WHO: Lena Ciardullo is the executive chef of Union Square Cafe, Union Square Hospitality Group’s (USHG) beloved flagship restaurant that first opened in 1985.
ABOUT: During her undergraduate years, Lena studied abroad in Rome, where her love of food and hospitality was ignited. Upon her return to the U.S., she landed her first job in the kitchen and hasn’t looked back since. In 2009, she received her Associates Degree in Culinary Arts from The Culinary Institute of America and joined the opening team of Maialino, USHG’s Roman-inspired trattoria. She later moved on to Gramercy Tavern, before joining the Marta team in 2014. Throughout her time at Marta, Lena moved through the ranks, starting as a sous chef and ultimately assumed the role of executive chef of Marta, Caffe Marchio, and Vini e Fritti in 2018.
WHAT: Celebrate the enduring legacy and culinary artistry of Union Square Cafe, winner of five James Beard Awards, as Chef Lena Ciardullo showcases innovative dishes inspired by the vibrant flavors of the local greenmarket.
WHEN: Tuesday, March 25, 6 PM - 8 PM EST
WHERE: De Gustibus Cooking School
