Taste of Tennis Returns To New York To Celebrate 25 Years of Tennis & Culinary Excellence At Aqua New York

Taste of Tennis, the ultimate kick-off party to tennis season in New York, celebrates its 25th anniversary of tennis and culinary excellence. The milestone event will take place at Aqua New York, a culinary destination for Italian and Japanese cuisines located in Flatiron, on Thursday, August 21, 2025, from 7 – 10:00 p.m..

What started as a bold idea 25 years ago by creator and producer, Judi and Penny Lerner, has become a staple New York tennis event. From legends to current stars, Taste of Tennis features tennis’ biggest names.

“When we first hosted the Taste of Tennis in New York, we never dreamed it would evolve into one of the most anticipated events on the tennis calendar,” said Penny Lerner, CEO of AYS Sports Marketing. “The Taste has become the event for players, fans, sponsors, media and industry insiders to gather, enjoy incredible cuisine and celebrate tennis in the Big Apple. This year’s event promises to continue that legacy and we couldn’t be more excited to host this milestone event at Aqua.”

Featuring 17,000 square feet of event space, Aqua seamlessly unites two of the world’s most celebrated cuisines—Japanese and Italian—into one extraordinary destination. Nestled in Manhattan’s vibrant Flatiron District, Aqua invites guests to discover its distinct yet harmonious spaces: Aqua Kyoto, Aqua Roma, and Aqua Spirit, each thoughtfully designed to reflect the essence of these captivating cultures.

As a celebrated hub for dining and major events in NYC, Aqua has set the standard for grand-scale culinary experiences in the city’s dynamic restaurant scene. Since its recent opening, it has hosted first-class events, from guest shifts with World’s 50 Best Bars to the star-studded Sinners movie premiere and after-party with Michael B. Jordan and Hailee Steinfeld. Now, Aqua proudly welcomes Taste of Tennis, bringing its internationally renowned culinary expertise and vibrant hospitality to this milestone celebration.

“It’s an honor to be the host venue for this year’s Taste of Tennis, as the excitement of the US Open returns to New York. At Aqua, we’re passionate about creating experiences that celebrate the synergy of food, entertainment, and community, and this partnership is a natural extension of that philosophy,” said David Yeo, Founder & CEO of Aqua Restaurant Group.

At this year’s event, guests can expect the chance to mingle with tennis pros and rising stars while savoring perfectly matched cuisines of Japan and Italy. “We look forward to welcoming the world’s greatest tennis players and food enthusiasts from around the world to our home in Flatiron, for an unforgettable evening bringing guests together through exceptional cuisine and a shared passion,” says Yeo.

Sponsors & Partners include Maestro Dobel Tequila, Segafredo Zanetti, Heineken, Tennis Night Out, Chef Works, and Volkl.

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