Comfort Kitchen
Day 4: 5-Course Ode to the African Diaspora Tasting Series
Opened in January of 2023 in the Upham’s Corner district of Dorchester, this outstanding eatery celebrating the cuisine of the African diaspora has been showered with accolades. Consider its placement on New York Times’ List of “50 Best US Restaurants” and Boston Magazine’s “Top 50 Restaurants” List, its being named Boston Globe’s “Restaurant of the Year,” and its 2024 nomination for a James Beard “Best New Restaurant” Award. After a series of highly successful pop-ups around the city, Comfort Kitchen moved into the historic Upham's Corner Comfort Station —built in 1912 to support the expanding street car system and completely restored and renovated by Historic Boston Inc. Here, diners sup on dishes like jerk jackfruit sliders, brown butter seared okra with masala spiced yogurt, banana leaf roasted chicken, beef short rib with coffee cacao braise, yuca fries, and greens, and jerk roasted duck. Save room for desserts like mango ice cream with peanut brittle and cacao and blue corn cake. “Destination-worthy,” raves Boston Magazine, while New York Times says, “Each dish still manages to feel coherent and captivating — like a story unfolding in several parts.” We can’t wait to visit!
About the Host:
Shelley Nason
Chef de Cuisine
With over a decade's experience in catering and fine dining restaurants such as Rialto, Chef Shelley Nason has always been drawn to kitchens as a place of gathering and comfort. A Le Cordon Bleu graduate, her sense of community led to her previously partnering with Chef Kwasi Kwaa to create popular pop-up The Chop Bar. She now serves as Chef de Cuisine at Comfort Kitchen.
The Lineup
All courses will be plated individually. For this event’s dietary restriction accommodation policy, see the Event FAQs below.
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Masala Okra
seared brown butter okra, masala yogurt, plantain crumb
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Winter Salad
mixed greens, grilled grapefruit, whipped blue cheese, tahini vinaigrette
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Suya Beef
west african spiced beef, heirloom tomato, caramelized onion, pickled mustard seed, scallion mint chutney
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Hoppin' John & Pecan Chicken
rice, black eyed peas, chicken, gravy, pecan herb crumb, crispy kale
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Ginger Date Cake
white chocolate custard, cranberry compote
Comfort Kitchen
611 Columbia Rd
Dorchester, MA 02125
Event FAQs
- Does this restaurant allow BYOB?
- No. This restaurant is a non-BYO establishment. Outside alcohol will not be permitted at this event.
- What is the event ticket cancellation/refund policy?
- Restaurants purchase the food for our events 14 days before the event date, at which point we are on the hook for the cost of your ticket. As such, we are not able to offer refunds (or credits towards future events) for any cancellation requests submitted within 14 days of the event date. We will, however, issue full refunds for all cancellation requests submitted at least 14 days before the event date. All cancellation requests must be submitted via email to [email protected].
- What dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
- At this event, the menu is Fish-Free and Shellfish-Free. The restaurant WILL be providing substitutions exclusively for the following restrictions/allergies: Vegetarian, Dairy, Gluten, Mushrooms, and Nuts. The restaurant WILL NOT be able to accommodate the following restrictions/allergies: Alliums. Please note Pescatarians will receive Vegetarian substitutions and the chef will not make menu adjustments based on food preferences (e.g distaste for specific ingredients/flavor profiles). If you have restrictions/allergies, please make sure to Update Your Dietary Restrictions within your Account Info before or after you purchase tickets, or email us at [email protected] after you purchase tickets to let us know.
