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Excited to announce our first collaboration dinner on May 27th with @mclightner presented by @resy! I’ve been inspired by his food back to his days at Atera in New York and his elegant farm focused food at okta in Oregon. It’s an honor to be sharing the kitchen with him and bringing his cooking back to New York.

We’ll be collaborating on a 6 course menu in our kitchen room, and will have specials available on our ala carte menu for the night. Available to book now on @resy through the link in our bio

Still a few spots left for this unique dinner series focused on some of my favorite ingredients and preparations. The idea of these dinners is to cook freely and simple. And when we do that it comes with the beauty of all of its uncertainties but integral to this is you. So book your reservation. November 17/18 @jeju.pdx link in bio

hey friends,

this past year has been a blur of change. some doors opened, others closed. somewhere in the quiet between it all, i found myself missing the simple act of cooking. Not for work, but for connection. for the warmth that happens when people gather, when food becomes a way of speaking without words.

the world keeps shifting, sometimes too fast to understand. but cooking slows it down. it brings you back to your hands, to the sound of the knife, to the steam hovering over a good broth, and the smoke dancing around the fire.

so i’m starting something new. kumée a small experimental dinner series about comfort, care, and the beauty of simplicity. raw fish, vegetables, rice, noodles, chicken the things i always come back to. paired with wines from my good friend @pinoynoirpdx that share the same narrative.

we’re so grateful to be hosted by our friends at @jeju.pdx and @petecho
reservations are very limited, and the link is now live for the first two nights November 17th and 18th.

see you soon

x 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 : Chef Matt Lightner

@mclightner @mclightner @mclightner

The holidays are quickly approaching, and what better way is there to enjoy this time of year than to gather with friends and loved ones over a beautiful meal.

Join us in welcoming our incredibly talented friend, Chef Matt Lightner back to Cafe Rowan this December for two nights only. Last year this dinner sold out in less than 48 hours, so be sure to head to OpenTable to book your seats for a very memorable holiday collaboration.

Friday December 19th @ 6 pm ( SOLD OUT )

Saturday December 20th @ 6 pm ( SOLD OUT )

* reservations via OpenTable

( click on date you prefer and select time )

x 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 : Chef Matt Lightner

@mclightner @mclightner @mclightner

The holidays are quickly approaching, and what better way is there to enjoy this time of year than to gather with friends and loved ones over a beautiful meal.

Join us in welcoming our incredibly talented friend, Chef Matt Lightner back to Cafe Rowan this December for two nights only. Last year this dinner sold out in less than 48 hours, so be sure to head to OpenTable to book your seats for a very memorable holiday collaboration.

Friday December 19th @ 6 pm ( SOLD OUT )

Saturday December 20th @ 6 pm ( SOLD OUT )

* reservations via OpenTable

( click on date you prefer and select time )

x 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 : Chef Matt Lightner

@mclightner @mclightner @mclightner

The holidays are quickly approaching, and what better way is there to enjoy this time of year than to gather with friends and loved ones over a beautiful meal.

Join us in welcoming our incredibly talented friend, Chef Matt Lightner back to Cafe Rowan this December for two nights only. Last year this dinner sold out in less than 48 hours, so be sure to head to OpenTable to book your seats for a very memorable holiday collaboration.

Friday December 19th @ 6 pm ( SOLD OUT )

Saturday December 20th @ 6 pm ( SOLD OUT )

* reservations via OpenTable

( click on date you prefer and select time )

x 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 : Chef Matt Lightner

@mclightner @mclightner @mclightner

The holidays are quickly approaching, and what better way is there to enjoy this time of year than to gather with friends and loved ones over a beautiful meal.

Join us in welcoming our incredibly talented friend, Chef Matt Lightner back to Cafe Rowan this December for two nights only. Last year this dinner sold out in less than 48 hours, so be sure to head to OpenTable to book your seats for a very memorable holiday collaboration.

Friday December 19th @ 6 pm ( SOLD OUT )

Saturday December 20th @ 6 pm ( SOLD OUT )

* reservations via OpenTable

( click on date you prefer and select time )

@mclightner x ILIS, the teaser.

Tomorrow we cook again — Chef Dinner Series continues with @mikebagale in the kitchen.

You won’t want to miss it.

#ILISnyc

MATT LIGHTNER x ILIS — April 16 (Sold Out)
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“I was introduced to @mclightner’s food when I first sat down at Atera, not long after I moved to New York from Copenhagen. “It was one of those moments where I thought—this might be one of the best chefs in the city.
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I was blown away by his creativity, pushing boundaries at that time. Thoughtful combinations, just a few ingredients, brought together in a powerful way. It was less-is-more, and that really resonated with me. Very much the way we cook at ILIS today—simplifying things down to the most expressive flavors.
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I’ve wanted to cook with him ever since. Eleven years later, we finally get to do it—and that feels kind of magical.”
—@madsrefslund
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April 16. One night only.
Reservations are going fast—link in bio.
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#ILISnyc

MATT LIGHTNER x ILIS — April 16 (Sold Out)
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“I was introduced to @mclightner’s food when I first sat down at Atera, not long after I moved to New York from Copenhagen. “It was one of those moments where I thought—this might be one of the best chefs in the city.
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I was blown away by his creativity, pushing boundaries at that time. Thoughtful combinations, just a few ingredients, brought together in a powerful way. It was less-is-more, and that really resonated with me. Very much the way we cook at ILIS today—simplifying things down to the most expressive flavors.
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I’ve wanted to cook with him ever since. Eleven years later, we finally get to do it—and that feels kind of magical.”
—@madsrefslund
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April 16. One night only.
Reservations are going fast—link in bio.
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#ILISnyc

MATT LIGHTNER x ILIS — April 16 (Sold Out)
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“I was introduced to @mclightner’s food when I first sat down at Atera, not long after I moved to New York from Copenhagen. “It was one of those moments where I thought—this might be one of the best chefs in the city.
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I was blown away by his creativity, pushing boundaries at that time. Thoughtful combinations, just a few ingredients, brought together in a powerful way. It was less-is-more, and that really resonated with me. Very much the way we cook at ILIS today—simplifying things down to the most expressive flavors.
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I’ve wanted to cook with him ever since. Eleven years later, we finally get to do it—and that feels kind of magical.”
—@madsrefslund
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April 16. One night only.
Reservations are going fast—link in bio.
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#ILISnyc

MATT LIGHTNER x ILIS — April 16 (Sold Out)
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“I was introduced to @mclightner’s food when I first sat down at Atera, not long after I moved to New York from Copenhagen. “It was one of those moments where I thought—this might be one of the best chefs in the city.
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I was blown away by his creativity, pushing boundaries at that time. Thoughtful combinations, just a few ingredients, brought together in a powerful way. It was less-is-more, and that really resonated with me. Very much the way we cook at ILIS today—simplifying things down to the most expressive flavors.
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I’ve wanted to cook with him ever since. Eleven years later, we finally get to do it—and that feels kind of magical.”
—@madsrefslund
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April 16. One night only.
Reservations are going fast—link in bio.
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#ILISnyc

MATT LIGHTNER x ILIS — April 16 (Sold Out)
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“I was introduced to @mclightner’s food when I first sat down at Atera, not long after I moved to New York from Copenhagen. “It was one of those moments where I thought—this might be one of the best chefs in the city.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I was blown away by his creativity, pushing boundaries at that time. Thoughtful combinations, just a few ingredients, brought together in a powerful way. It was less-is-more, and that really resonated with me. Very much the way we cook at ILIS today—simplifying things down to the most expressive flavors.
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I’ve wanted to cook with him ever since. Eleven years later, we finally get to do it—and that feels kind of magical.”
—@madsrefslund
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April 16. One night only.
Reservations are going fast—link in bio.
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#ILISnyc

MATT LIGHTNER x ILIS — April 16 (Sold Out)
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“I was introduced to @mclightner’s food when I first sat down at Atera, not long after I moved to New York from Copenhagen. “It was one of those moments where I thought—this might be one of the best chefs in the city.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I was blown away by his creativity, pushing boundaries at that time. Thoughtful combinations, just a few ingredients, brought together in a powerful way. It was less-is-more, and that really resonated with me. Very much the way we cook at ILIS today—simplifying things down to the most expressive flavors.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I’ve wanted to cook with him ever since. Eleven years later, we finally get to do it—and that feels kind of magical.”
—@madsrefslund
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April 16. One night only.
Reservations are going fast—link in bio.
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#ILISnyc

MATT LIGHTNER x ILIS — April 16 (Sold Out)
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“I was introduced to @mclightner’s food when I first sat down at Atera, not long after I moved to New York from Copenhagen. “It was one of those moments where I thought—this might be one of the best chefs in the city.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I was blown away by his creativity, pushing boundaries at that time. Thoughtful combinations, just a few ingredients, brought together in a powerful way. It was less-is-more, and that really resonated with me. Very much the way we cook at ILIS today—simplifying things down to the most expressive flavors.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I’ve wanted to cook with him ever since. Eleven years later, we finally get to do it—and that feels kind of magical.”
—@madsrefslund
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April 16. One night only.
Reservations are going fast—link in bio.
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#ILISnyc

MATT LIGHTNER x ILIS — April 16 (Sold Out)
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“I was introduced to @mclightner’s food when I first sat down at Atera, not long after I moved to New York from Copenhagen. “It was one of those moments where I thought—this might be one of the best chefs in the city.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I was blown away by his creativity, pushing boundaries at that time. Thoughtful combinations, just a few ingredients, brought together in a powerful way. It was less-is-more, and that really resonated with me. Very much the way we cook at ILIS today—simplifying things down to the most expressive flavors.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I’ve wanted to cook with him ever since. Eleven years later, we finally get to do it—and that feels kind of magical.”
—@madsrefslund
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April 16. One night only.
Reservations are going fast—link in bio.
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#ILISnyc

MATT LIGHTNER x ILIS
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We’re welcoming Michelin-starred Chef @mclightner (Atera, ōkta) to Greenpoint for a one-night-only collaboration on Wednesday, April 16.
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𝘼 𝙢𝙚𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙛 𝙀𝙖𝙨𝙩 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙒𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝘾𝙤𝙖𝙨𝙩.
Lightner joins @madsrefslund at ILIS for a twelve-course tasting menu inspired by the land, sea, and woods of North America’s spring pantry.
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𝙊𝙥𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙥𝙖𝙞𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙗𝙮 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙗𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙩𝙚𝙖𝙢.
Reserve wines, seasonal selections, and non-alcoholic pairings thoughtfully chosen to mirror the tone and rhythm of the menu.
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Wednesday, April 16 — $345 per guest.
Seats are limited. Reserve now via the link in bio.
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#ILISnyc

A note to myself from our incredible @progressive_hedonist dinner. This fell off the fridge and landed at my feet when I needed it the most today. A good reminder that the world listens when we may least expect it.

Poached Peach w/ peach sorbet and ice cream made of amazake, a fermented sweet rice drink, with raspberry consommé by @mclightner @oktaoregon 🍑🍶🍨 🎥: @madebyfare #TheArtOfPlating

If it is only in our nature to constantly move a head and go faster and faster we are bound to miss the meanings and experiences worth living for. I know I have missed a few but not this one. Day 1 kindergarten

If it is only in our nature to constantly move a head and go faster and faster we are bound to miss the meanings and experiences worth living for. I know I have missed a few but not this one. Day 1 kindergarten

If it is only in our nature to constantly move a head and go faster and faster we are bound to miss the meanings and experiences worth living for. I know I have missed a few but not this one. Day 1 kindergarten

If it is only in our nature to constantly move a head and go faster and faster we are bound to miss the meanings and experiences worth living for. I know I have missed a few but not this one. Day 1 kindergarten

Kohlrabi, braised collard greens, and smoked caviar @mclightner @oktaoregon 🎥: @madebyfare #TheArtOfPlating