Opera Chef: A Dinner Party with Carlos DeAntonis

Opera Chef: Cena Siciliana An Evening with Carlos DeAntonis This isn’t the opera you think you know. Opera Chef: Cena Siciliana isn’t a concert, and it isn’t a cooking class. It’s an unforgettable Italian dinner party where extraordinary food, beautiful music, and great company come together around one long table. Hosted by internationally acclaimed performer, chef, and entertainer Carlos DeAntonis, this one-of-a-kind evening brings the spirit of Sicily to The Merc. With an extraordinary voice, larger-than-life personality, and a passion for great food, Carlos sets the tone for an evening that’s equal parts dinner party, celebration, and unforgettable night out. Gather around beautifully set communal tables where generous Sicilian dishes are served family-style, bottles of wine are waiting to be shared, and every seat is part of the celebration. Throughout the evening, you’ll bottle your own Sicilian citrus liqueur to take home, choosing between classic Limoncello or Blood Orange Arancello, and join our chefs for a hands-on Sicilian cooking experience before settling in around the table. This isn’t dinner followed by a show. It’s one seamless evening where food, music, conversation, and celebration unfold together. There are no formal performances, no script, and no need to know the first thing about opera. Just an unforgettable night filled with incredible food, flowing wine, beautiful music, and the unmistakable energy of a great Italian dinner party. Whether you’re planning a date night, celebrating with friends, or simply looking for an evening unlike anything else, Opera Chef: Cena Siciliana is designed to be shared. We’ll save you a seat at the table. At the Table 🍊 Welcome Sicilian Aperitivo 🍊 Bottle Your Own Sicilian Citrus Liqueur Choose Limoncello or Blood Orange Arancello to take home. 👨‍🍳 Hands-On Sicilian Cooking Experience Create your own cannoli or fresh cavatelli alongside our chefs. 🍽️ Abundant Family-Style Sicilian Dinner 🍷 Wine Throughout the Evening 🎭 Live Performances by Carlos DeAntonis 🍦 Brioche con Gelato, Espresso & A Sweet Sicilian Finale