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Haute Wine Society and Haute Living honored James Beard award-winning Chef Todd English with an exclusive dinner at Avra Estiatorio in New York City.

Chef Todd English

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The intimate event, held in partnership with Tsinandali Estate, brought together tastemakers across the city for an unforgettable night in Avra’s luminous dining room. Notable attendees included Mayor Eric Adams, Cheryl Casone, Joshua Bell, Greg Lettieri, Michael Arguello, Vincent Lambino, Dr. Purvi Parikh, Tristan Govignon, April Irene Donelson, Managing Director at Haute Media Group, and more.

Chef Todd English and George Ramishvili

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Each course highlighted the chef’s celebrated Mediterranean cuisine, complemented by exceptional pours from Tsinandali Estate, a historic Georgian winery renowned for its elegant, expressive wines and recognized as the birthplace of classical Georgian winemaking.

April Donelson, Mayor Adams, Cheryl Casone, and Chef Todd English

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The evening’s menu showcased Avra’s signature classic Greek spreads, including taramosalata (caviar mousse), skordalia (garlic and almond), and htipiti (roasted red pepper feta spread) served alongside warm pita. Guests savored the delectable signature entrées of grilled lavraki, a Mediterranean sea bass prepared with masterful restraint, and pasta le crema, a delicate interpretation of spanakopita with spinach and feta. Each paired with Tsinandali Estate’s award-winning wines.

Giorgi Rtskhiladze, George Ramishvili, Chef Todd English, April Donelson, Tanya Abayan, and Michael Arguello

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Throughout the evening, toasts celebrated shared values of creativity, excellence, and hospitality. The gathering reflected what Haute Wine Society stands for: not just a dinner, but a refined experience that brings people together through exceptional food, wine, and conversation.

Tsinandali Estate wines