About This Event

Ten guests. Five Sicilian-inspired courses. One intimate South Shore table shaped by coastal flavor, culture and conversation. CITK Presents: The Island Meets the Sea — A Sicilian-Inspired Tasting Chemistry in the Kitchen invites you to The Island Meets the Sea—an intimate, five-course Sicilian-inspired tasting created by Chef Demetrius and Anjelica. This experience explores Sicily’s relationship with the sea through citrus, seafood and traditional flavors interpreted through CITK’s distinctive culinary perspective. This is more than a dinner reservation. It is an evening of food, people, culture and conversation shared around one intimate table. Only 10 seats are available. THE EXPERIENCE Sunday, September 20, 2026 5:00–7:00 PM Doors open at 4:45 PM South Shore, Chicago $125 per guest Five-course fixed tasting menu One custom CITK alcoholic beverages included One curated wine pairings included Additional BYOB permitted Ages 21 and older This experience will take place at a private residence in South Shore, Chicago. The complete address, parking guidance and arrival instructions will be emailed only to confirmed guests approximately 48 hours before the event. THE MENU COURSE ONE CITK Spinach Arancini Crisp risotto spheres filled with spinach, mozzarella and Parmigiano-Reggiano. COURSE TWO Gamberi agli Agrumi Poached shrimp with shaved fennel, fresh orange, blood-orange gel and citrus extra-virgin olive oil. COURSE THREE Spaghetti al Nero con Calamari Squid-ink spaghetti with calamari, garlic, white wine and fresh parsley. COURSE FOUR Involtini di Pesce Spada alla Messinese Swordfish involtini with a Sicilian herb, caper and breadcrumb filling, served with roasted cauliflower. COURSE FIVE Cassata al Forno Sheep’s-milk ricotta, dark chocolate and shortcrust pastry. WHAT YOUR TICKET INCLUDES • One reserved seat at the CITK table • The complete five-course tasting menu • One custom CITK alcoholic beverages • One curated wine pairings • Chef-led presentation and culinary storytelling • An intimate two-hour dining experience ALCOHOL AND BYOB This is a 21+ experience. Valid government-issued identification is required. Guests may bring an additional alcoholic or nonalcoholic beverage for personal consumption. Please drink responsibly and arrange safe transportation if you plan to consume alcohol. DIETARY AND ALLERGY INFORMATION This is a fixed seafood-focused tasting menu containing or potentially coming into contact with shellfish, fish, dairy, wheat, eggs and other allergens. Guests must disclose all food allergies and dietary restrictions before purchasing. CITK will review each request but cannot guarantee substitutions, accommodate every restriction or provide an allergen-free environment. Please contact CITK before purchasing if you have a serious or life-threatening food allergy. REFUNDS AND TRANSFERS Because this is a limited-seat experience requiring advance ingredient purchasing and preparation, all ticket sales are final and nonrefundable. If you cannot attend, you may transfer your ticket to another guest who is 21 or older by contacting CITK before the event. If CITK cancels or reschedules the tasting, ticket holders may receive a full refund or transfer their ticket to the rescheduled date. ABOUT CITK Chemistry in the Kitchen creates chef-led culinary experiences where food becomes a catalyst for connection, discovery and conversation. Led by Chef Demetrius and Anjelica, CITK transforms thoughtfully developed menus into immersive dining experiences shaped by technique, creativity and storytelling. Rooted in Chicago’s South Side and guided by world-class flavor, CITK approaches every experience through science, craft and transformation. South Side craftsmanship meets world-class flavor. Food. People. Culture. Conversation.

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