2023 NYC Citi Taste of Tennis

Citi Taste of Tennis returns to the Big Apple with an all-star lineup of tennis stars and chefs on August 24th from 7-10 p.m. Guests will be treated to an unforgettable evening of amazing cuisine while rubbing elbows with tennis’ biggest names. It all takes place at one of New York’s most iconic venues, Gotham Hall.

Chef Suchanan Aksornan, also known as Chef Bao Bao, Food Network’s Chopped Champion, Founder and Executive Chef at acclaimed Brooklyn restaurant Baoburg, will headline this year’s event. Citi Taste of Tennis will also feature a multitude of special guests, live performances and memorable moments.

Guests will be treated to a wide array of cuisine prepared by acclaimed chefs, including: Chef Bao Bao (Baoburg), John Mooney (Bell Book and Candle), Jassi Bindra (Amrina The Woodlands), Sujan Sarkar (Baar Baar), Fany Gerson (Fan Fan Doughnuts), Admir Alibasic (One Rare Steakhouse), Kerry Heffernan (Grand Banks), Jack Logue (The Lamb’s Club), Chad Brown (Hunt & Fish Club), Doc (Doc’s Cake Shop) and Joey Campanaro (The Little Owl).

To add to the excitement, Citi Taste of Tennis attendees will enjoy an on-stage cooking demonstration and live musical performances. Guests will also experience a number of tasty sponsor offerings that include: the Zonin Prosecco Bar, authentic cuisine and rum cocktails provided by the Barbados Tourist Board, refreshing still & sparkling water and “Voss-Tails” courtesy of Voss Water, Charcuterie and other deli favorites provided by Boar’s Head Premium Deli Products, cuisine prepared by NYY’s Steak and Hard Rock Hotel’s executive Chef Oscar Gonzalez and Official Taste of Tennis gear created by Lucky in Love. Other sponsors include: Volkl, Chef Works and Sipsmith.

Tickets to the event are $450. Sponsorship and hospitality packages are also available – please email info@aysworld.com.

For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit here and follow @tasteoftennis on social media for updates.

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