Oberlin
- When
- April 14, 2025
- Where
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Oberlin
266 Westminster St
Providence, RI - Tickets/Info
Join us for an unforgettable Jacques Pépin Foundation benefit dinner at Oberlin, where we invite chefs of Rhode Island to come together for an evening of culinary brilliance. Each course will be crafted by a different local chef, each with their own unique take on what it means to cook in Rhode Island. It’s not just a meal—it’s a celebration of creativity, community, and the power of food to change lives, all in support of the Jacques Pépin Foundation.
Highlights
- Champagne and hors d’oeuvres reception
- Tasting menu with wine pairings
- Your hosts/chefs will share the stories and secrets behind each course
Details
- Proceeds will support the Jacques Pépin Foundation. Your ticket purchase helps transform lives through culinary education, and we deeply appreciate your generous support.
- For more information, please contact Oberlin
Event Host
Benjamin Sukle
Chef/owner Oberlin and Gift Horse
Benjamin Sukle is the acclaimed chef and owner of Oberlin and Gift Horse, two standout restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island that have earned national recognition for their innovative approach to New England cuisine. Sukle, a graduate of Johnson & Wales University, first made his mark in Providence’s culinary scene through key roles at La Laiterie and The Dorrance, where he earned multiple James Beard Award nominations, including Best New Chef and Best Chef: New England.
In 2016, Benjamin opened Oberlin, which quickly garnered national acclaim, including being ranked #7 on Bon Appétit’s Hot Ten Best New Restaurants list. Oberlin was also awarded 2 stars and named a Critics’ Choice by The New York Times in one of its rare out-of-city reviews, further solidifying its status as a culinary destination. Oberlin’s menu continues to celebrate the local bounty, with a focus on fresh seafood, handmade pasta, and the close relationships Benjamin has cultivated with local farmers, fishermen, and foragers.
In 2023, Sukle expanded his culinary vision with the opening of Gift Horse, a restaurant that embodies his love for raw bars and seafood-driven dishes. Gift Horse was soon featured on Esquire’s Best New Restaurants list, The New York Times Best Restaurants 2024 and Yankee Magazine’s Restaurant of the Year, cementing its place among the top dining destinations in the country.