Former chefs return to Lark for intimate dining series this month

If eating new things has been a part of your 2023 resolutions, we have the perfect event for you. Lark, one of Seattle’s beloved restaurants, turns 20 this December, and to celebrate, they’re hosting a year-long dining series you don’t want to miss.

To honor the milestone anniversary, Lark has launched an alumni dinner series featuring past chefs creating intimate and truly unique dinners. The series leads up to and will end with the main event on December 12th, 2023.

Chef and co-owner of Lark – John Sundstrom states, “We’ve had so much talent grace our kitchen over the last 19 years,” … “We thought it would be super fun to bring friends back for a night in the kitchen. You know, get the band back together.”

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It’s a way for guest to enjoy their favorite food memories while celebrating the evolution of Lark.

The series has a total of 6 dinners, 7 if you count the final event in December. This first dinner took place on March 9th and the next is on April 20th.

Each dinner begins at 6 PM and will be held in Lark’s mezzanine with a limit of 40 guests. The dinners cost $120 per person and beverages will be offered for an additional cost. Not only that but guests have the opportunity to purchase multiple dinners or the entire series for a discounted price.

Overall, you can expect an evening full of good food, special wines, conversation, and celebration. Here’s a look at just which chefs’ food you can enjoy:

April 20, 2023
Wiley Frank and Poncharee Kounpungchart of Little Uncle (Lark/Licorous 2008 – 2011)
David Gurewitz, Chef/owner La Dive (2007 – 2010, 2015)
Kate Opatz, Owner, Montana, La Dive (2006 – 2010)
Rachel Marshall, Owner Rachel’s Ginger Beer, Montana, La Dive (2006 – 2010)

May 25, 2023
Lauren Thompson, Chef de Cuisine Café Juanita (2004 – 2007, 2010 – 2012)
Anny Hunt (2004 – 2008)

July 20, 2023
Stephanie Maiers of Fandango and Flying Fish (2003 – 2005)
Sophia Rubin-Davis, Sous Chef Lark (2018 – current)

September 21, 2023
Joseph Margate, Corporate Chef HEI Hotels (2004 – 2007)
Jason Kagihara (2003 – 2005)

October 19, 2023
Mitch Mayers of Sawyer (2013 – 2018)
Ben Campbell, Head baker/owner Ben’s Bread (2012 – 2016)

If you would like to purchase tickets for the series, you can email Lark at info@larkseattle.com. Enjoy!