Celebrity Chef Fundraiser Night with Chef Donnella

Supporting CASA Children's Intervention Services

Date: February 25 
Time: 5:30pm -7:30pm
Hosted and Sponsored by Laconiko
Tickets: $85
20% of all retail sales benefit CASA CIS

Join us for an unforgettable Mediterranean-inspired evening with Chef Donnella from The Meredith House, where incredible food, wine, and purpose come together.

Guests will enjoy a vibrant evening with servers passing around a variety of Mediterranean-inspired appetizers and unlimited wine served throughout the night, creating a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

Chef Donnella Pearson will lead a live cooking demonstration in Laconiko’s open kitchen, thoughtfully showcasing how she incorporates Laconiko’s olive oils and vinegars into each dish. As she cooks, guests will taste what’s being prepared, learn her techniques and flavor pairings, and experience firsthand how high-quality olive oils elevate any cuisine.

The evening offers a unique opportunity to ask Chef Pearson about her inspirations, watch her detail-oriented approach in action, and connect directly with the artistry behind the food. Twenty percent (20%) of all retail sales will be donated to CASA, making this not only a delicious experience, but a meaningful one.

An evening of great food, generous pours, thoughtful service, and community support - spaces are limited.

• Learn from a local celebrity
• Taste something extraordinary
• Support a great mission

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Appetizers:

- Honey and Lavender Glazed Duck Breast with pickled red onion

- Steak & Burrata Crostini with Chimichurri

- Fried Goat Cheese Stuffed Squash Blossoms with Mango Chipotle Aioli

- Olive Tapenade Potato Bites

Dessert:

- Chocolate & Clementine Tart

- Lavender olive oil Gelato with Chocolate and Banana Glaze

Oils and Vinegars:

- Clementine Oil

- Lavender Oil

- Chipotle Oil

- Laconiko EVOO

- Mango Vinegar

- Chocolate & Banana Vinegar

- Lemon Vinegar

About Chef Pearson:

Chef Pearson is an award-winning chef and the owner of Let Them Eat Cake LLC, with over 10 years of experience in fine dining and catering. She has secured first place in several cooking competitions in the DMV area and is passionate about teaching youth the art of cooking.

Known as a local culinary celebrity from The Meredith House, Chef Pearson has expanded her work beyond the venue, bringing her talent into fine dining experiences and bespoke catering throughout the region. Tonight, she is your featured celebrity chef, sharing her creativity, expertise, and love for food through an unforgettable culinary experience.

Tickets & Registration
$ 85 per person

Space is intentionally limited to ensure a high-quality and personal experience.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

• Full refund if you cancel 5 days before the event.
  Cancellations received no later than 11:59 p.m. ET, five (5) calendar days prior to the event date are eligible for a 100% refund.
• No refunds within 5 days of the event.
  Cancellations made after the 5-day cutoff and no-shows are non-refundable, non-exchangeable, and final.
• Reservation transfers :
  If you can’t attend, you may transfer your reservation to another person at no charge up to the event start time. Just email us their name and contact info.
• Event changes or cancellation by organizer:
  If we postpone or cancel the event, you’ll be offered a full refund or the option to transfer to a new date.
• How to cancel:
  Email events@laconiko.com with your name and order/confirmation number. Refunds (when applicable) are issued to the original payment method within 5–10 business days.
• Force majeure:
  In the case of circumstances beyond our control (e.g., severe weather, venue closure), we reserve the right to reschedule. If you can’t make the new date, you’ll receive a full refund.