Hermes Store Opening
Hermes Williamsburg store opening dinner for 250 guests
New York
2026

CONTEXT

Hermes invited us to create a dream dinner for 250 guests to celebrate the opening of their Williamsburg, Brooklyn store.

City Of Light special edition colourway for the Williamsburg store opening
Team meeting pre-service
Crystal Shrimp Dumpling with pink soy, red pepper oil and variegated nasturtium

CONCEPT

Inspiration for the dinner was pulled from elements in the Hermes City of Light scarf, bursting with funky shapes, electric colors, and whimsy visual anecdotes. Work for this dinner was thoughtful and prepared with exceptional precision. From handmade crystal dumplings to purple sweet potato spheres, vibrant green cabbage rolls, and intricate nori tart shells, the detail in this work was a labor of love and an exercise in imagination. A truly unforgettable night!

Service and plating in motion
Chef Sandy checking each and every dish and component before it walks
Table setting designed by Hermes and executed by Studio Boum, capturing the New York City sky line
Second course begins to assemble
Kampachi Crudo in a crisp nori tart shell with yuzu dressing, red pepper gel, pickled onion gel and florals
Table setting with the City of Light scarf
Main course mise en place
Slow Cooked Red Miso Short Rib served alongside mushroom and rice stuffed cabbage roll over purple cauliflower puree and chive oil