Inside Jean-Georges’ Exclusive Miami Dinner Previewing Tropic Residences and abc kitchens

On Thursday evening in Miami, an intimate group of tastemakers gathered for a rare culinary preview that blended fine dining with forward looking real estate. Renowned chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten joined Terra CEO David Martin to host a seated dinner at Jean-Georges Miami Tropic Residences, offering guests an early glimpse into what daily life will taste like inside the chef’s first residential project and its forthcoming restaurant, abc kitchens.

The evening was carefully constructed to mirror the philosophy behind the development. Every course, every pairing, and every detail pointed to a broader ambition. Not simply to create a place to live, but to design a lifestyle anchored in hospitality, wellness, and culinary precision.

The private table drew an eclectic mix of cultural and industry figures. Among those in attendance were Argentine polo star Nacho Figueras, chef and restaurateur Mario Carbone, fashion designer Naeem Khan, THE WELL founder Kane Sarhan, The Beauty Sandwich creator Iván Pol, and Maria Cristina Buccellati of Buccellati jewelry, alongside additional invited guests.

The curated group underscored the project’s positioning at the intersection of luxury living, gastronomy, fashion, and wellness.

Jean-Georges personally curated the evening’s menu, beginning with a refined selection of hors d’oeuvres that highlighted the chef’s signature balance of technique and restraint.

Guests were presented with Egg Toast topped with JG Select Caviar by Petrossian, Spiced Chicken Samosas with Yogurt-Cilantro Dip, and Shrimp Satay with Sweet-and-Sour Sauce. Each opening bite offered a preview of the flavor clarity that will define the culinary program inside the residences.

The seated dinner unfolded across three courses, showcasing a range of dishes that reflected both Jean-Georges’ global perspective and his focus on ingredient driven cooking.

Selections throughout the evening included Tuna Tartare, Black Truffle and Fontina Pizza, Florida Stone Crab, Seared Scallops, Arroz con Pollo, and Grilled Akaushi Striploin, alongside additional seasonal specialties.

The progression moved with intention, balancing lighter seafood driven plates with more substantial offerings that demonstrated the breadth expected from the future abc kitchens concept.

The beverage experience was developed in close collaboration between Jean-Georges and Richard Geoffroy, founder of IWA Sake and former head winemaker at Dom Pérignon.

Geoffroy curated pairings of Dom Champagne and IWA Sake for each course, creating a layered drinking program that complemented the menu’s evolving flavors. The approach mirrored the project’s broader ethos. Precision, craftsmanship, and thoughtful integration across disciplines.

Jean-Georges Miami Tropic Residences represents the Michelin starred chef’s first residential venture, translating his culinary philosophy into a fully realized living environment. Future residents will have access to signature dining experiences by Jean-Georges, hospitality driven services, and wellness programming by THE WELL.

The development positions taste not simply as a culinary concept but as a guiding principle for daily life. Amenities, service design, and food and beverage programming are all intended to support what the team describes as a life well lived.

The evening served as more than a private dinner. It functioned as an early signal of how branded residential experiences continue to evolve within Miami’s luxury landscape. By placing culinary leadership at the center of the residential concept, Jean-Georges Miami Tropic Residences is betting on a future where hospitality and home life are increasingly intertwined.