Join us for a Mardi Gras Valentine's Day celebration featuring a New Orleans style jazz performance paired with a Creole menu that is sure to infuse plenty of heat and romance into your evening. New Orleans jazz is known for its swinging rhythm and draws from a range of sources such as blues, marches, ragtime, and gospel. Jazz is embedded in the musical soul of New Orleans, and New Orleans-style jazz is unmistakable, with its rhythmic additions of blues, marches, ragtime, and gospel accents.

DJB's Jazz Curator and Pianist John Rangel had the magic of Mardi Gras in mind when he lined up a stellar group of jazz masters for this musical extravaganza.

The renowned chefs at the Santa Fe School of Cooking will develop an unforgettable Creole menu designed to complement the spicy jazz performance. New Orleans cuisine marries Spanish and French influences, brought over from European settlers – with inspiration from African and Caribbean cuisines.

Creole Inspired Menu
First Course
Cajun Panzanella Salad: A vibrant medley of toasted focaccia, sweet baby tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, colorful peppers, red onion, fresh basil, and a tangy red wine vinaigrette.

Entrées (Choose One)
Fried Catfish with Lobster Remoulade
Crispy, golden catfish paired with a rich lobster remoulade, served alongside the classic flavors of Maque Choux and steamed rice.

Baked Acorn Squash
A hearty acorn squash stuffed with savory Maque Choux, accompanied by a velvety tomato bisque and a side of steamed rice.

Chicken in Creole Sauce
Tender chicken smothered in a bold and flavorful Creole sauce served with Maque Choux and traditional dirty rice.

Dessert
Bananas Foster: A timeless New Orleans classic featuring caramelized bananas flambéed with dark rum, crowned with creamy vanilla bean ice cream and a luscious walnut praline sauce.