Chef's Corner hosted by Chef Mario Emilio Vitolo of Emilio's Ballato part of the Vitamix® Series

Just Added: A Second Event with Chef Mario Emilio Vitolo of Emilio Ballato.

After selling out his first dinner, Chef Mario Emilio Vitolo—the second-generation chef-restaurateur behind New York’s iconic Emilio’s Ballato—will host another exclusive NYCWFF event in an intimate private setting in the Seaport.

Ballato’s, famed for its old-school charm, enduring recipes and a dining room nearly impossible to book, is a New York institution beloved by both locals and luminaries, including Taylor Swift and Barack Obama. This lunch offers another rare chance to experience Chef Mario’s elevated culinary vision, one that extends far beyond the Ballato’s menu.

For this exclusive lunch, Chef Mario and his team will present a refined menu inspired by the island of Capri—showcasing pristine seafood, peak-season produce and vibrant herbal notes that capture the spirit of the Amalfi Coast.

Join us for an unforgettable mid-day meal of southern Italian flavors and heartfelt hospitality.