Bistro Pop-Up Night at Sarasota Art Museum - Tammy Nguyen
Wed Oct 9, 5:30 PM - Wed Oct 9, 8:00 PM
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Combine stunning art, delectable dishes and great company for a night to remember at the Sarasota Art Museum’s Pop-Up Night October 9 at 6:30pm! Starting with an optional gallery tour at 5:30pm, enjoy an immersive look into the Timaeus and the Nations exhibition by Tammy Nguyen, a renowned multimedia artist with works displayed across the globe. The body of work explores themes of world order, nationhood and the boundaries of national identity. Influenced by Plato’s dialogue Timaeus and the global maritime practice of “Flags of Convenience”, where merchant vessels register in one country but fly the flag of another for regulatory benefits. Nguyen utilizes this lens to illuminate the creation and destruction of national identity and the pursuit of an elegant world order in the 21st century. The paintings depict a spectrum of leadership figures, ranging from statesman to pirates, and investigate the concept of Demiurge, the divine craftsman in Timaeus who, with mathematics, reason and faith, created the cosmos, physical world and its beings. Anchored by her striking artist book 2:4:8, handcrafted from the sewing pattern of a vintage naval uniform and designed to open in three ways, and accompanied by her 23 embroidered tapestries from the colors and flags of 46 participating nations, the exhibit highlights profound and philosophical questioning of world order, leadership, nationhood and the arbitrary construction of national identity through symbols.

Following the tour, guests will dine on a four-course dinner by chef Kaytlin Dangaran and the expert team of culinarians at Constellation Culinary Group. Chef Dangaran draws inspiration from the artwork, incorporating colors, flavors and textures to create an immersive artistic and culinary experience.

For $100/person indulge in dishes that are so good that they belong in a museum, like an amuse bouche of Bay Scallop Ceviche with Orchid, Toasted Coconut, and Yuzu Essence, Jerk-Spiced Chicken with Kohlrabi Aligot and Pea Shoots and a sweet ending of Tres Leches Cake topped with Cinnamon Whipped Cream and Edible Flowers. Add to the festivities and enhance your experience with the additional wine pairings priced at $30 per person. Reservations are required and can be made here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bistro-pop-up-night-october-tickets-965355653747 and more information about Tammy Nguyen and her exhibit, can be found here: https://www.sarasotaartmuseum.org/tammy-nguyen/ Enjoy the tantalizing coalescence of beautiful art and delicious food October 9th at Sarasota Art Museum’s renowned Bistro!

About Bistro
Bistro is the seasonal, chef-driven restaurant operated by Constellation Culinary Group at the Sarasota Art Museum. The Pop-Up Nights is a monthly series at the Sarasota Art Museum where guests can explore the museum in an intimate setting where they can discover art, history, culture and culinary techniques. Each menu draws inspiration from the museum exhibits and is curated by Chef Kaytlin. She’s the driving force behind the restaurant’s seasonal farm-to-table dining approach and elevates the museum experience with art-inspired menus, drawing inspiration from her diverse culinary experience and background.

About Constellation Culinary Group:
Launched in 2008 and reimagined in 2018, Constellation Culinary Group provides best-in-class dining experiences for one-of-a-kind events, cultural centers, professional settings, restaurants and cafes. With over 19 locations in eight cities, including internationally renowned cultural institutions such as the Pérez Art Museum Miami, Frost Museum of Science, Sarasota Art Museum, Norton Museum of Art, Adrienne Arsht Center for Performing Arts and many more, Constellation brings culinary visions to life. As part of the Elior North America family, Constellation Culinary Group consistently creates unforgettable experiences with the help of its skilled and thoughtful people who believe in the company’s mission and philosophy that good food connects us.