Hilda and Jesse
Day 1: 5-Course Palate-Bending Pleasures Tasting Series
Opened in late 2021, this queer-owned, Michelin-Starred (as of 2024) North Beach eatery is thriving in the gifted hands of Chef Ollie K.C. Liedags, a 2024 James Beard Semi-Finalist for “Best Chef: California.” Initially born from its popular Brunch for Dinner pop-ups, Hilda & Jesse’s menu has evolved to include dinner. Not bound by tradition, the menu, served up in an environment that can best be described as “modernist diner,” showcases sweet and savory plays on classic dishes reimagined, made with impeccably sourced ingredients and fine dining technique. Here, diners feast on such fare as grilled artichokes with sunflower seeds, snap peas, Meyer lemon, and chili, trout with avocado and citrus gelée, duck breast à l’orange, spiced lamb meatballs with rhubarb sauce, dandelion chocolate lava cake, and more. “There is nothing precious or manicured about the cooking here,” says the Michelin Guide. “It is often bold and brash, a total riot of flavors mixed with stellar ingredients, and dishes are equal parts unexpected and undeniably satisfying.” We can’t wait to visit here and hope you’ll be able to join us!
About the Host:
Ollie K.C. Liedags
Co-Chef/Owner
Chef Ollie K.C. Liedags worked their way through kitchens in South Carolina before eventually moving to San Francisco. They then opened Hilda and Jesse in 2021. In 2024, they were named a 2024 James Beard Semi-Finalist for "Best Chef: California".
The Lineup
Courses #1 and #4 will be served family-style; courses #2, #3 & #5 will be individually plated. For the list of restrictions Chef is accommodating, scroll to the bottom of this page.
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Bite Trio
black eyed pea fritter | nasturtium broccoli tart | chili crisp
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Blossom Bluff Orchards Kiwi
heart of palm, watermelon radish, pumpkin seed dukkah, tofu dip
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Dungeness Crab Rice
sunchoke, brown butter, rangpur lime
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Tamari Glazed Short Rib
fish sauce, leek ash oil, charred tokyo turnip
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Date & Miso Cake
cardamom maple, cream cheese frosting, mandarin
Hilda and Jesse
701 Union St
San Francisco, CA 94133
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 support@tastingcollective.com.
- Will this event be handicap acccessible?
- According to the restaurant, this event is handicap accessible. If applicable however, please email support@tastingcollective.com with your needs to ensure proper accommodations.
- What dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
- Due to the large-format nature of our events, restaurants are not able to accommodate all dietary restrictions/food allergies or make any menu adjustments based on food preferences (e.g distaste for specific ingredients/flavor profiles). This restaurant will be offering substitutions exclusively for the following restrictions/allergies: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Dairy, Gluten, Mushroom, Fish, Shellfish, and Nuts. If you have any of these restrictions/allergies, please make sure to note this in your profile (in the “Event Preferences” section) either before or right after purchasing your tickets so Chef can prepare accordingly.
