Phil Mansfield, The Culinary Institute of America
From left, Danny Meyer, Patrick O’Connell and Drew Nieporent take a selfie while Will Guidara, far right, stays off to the side.
Phil Mansfield, The Culinary Institute of America
CIA president Tim Ryan presents an Augie to Patrick O’Connell with co-master of ceremonies Jules Esposito in the background. Esposito is a member of the first class of The CIA’s bachelor’s in hospitality management program. The evening was also emceed by CIA bachelor’s degree student Brandon Medley, who already holds an associate degree.
Phil Mansfield, The Culinary Institute of America
CIA alumna and celebrity chef Anne Burrell with alumnus Carson Moreland and student emcee Jules Esposito
Phil Mansfield, The Culinary Institute of America
Drew Nieporent captures his introduction during the awards ceremony.
Phil Mansfield, The Culinary Institute of America
The Union Square Events team hosted one of several dessert stations after the awards.
Phil Mansfield, The Culinary Institute of America
Guests browse items on offer in the CIA’s silent auction.
Phil Mansfield, The Culinary Institute of America
Magnolia Bakery offers its signature banana pudding, among other goodies.
Phil Mansfield, The Culinary Institute of America
From left: New York restaurateur Daniel Boulud, pastry chef Christina Tosi, who is also honoree Will Guidara's wife, Boulud's wife Katherine Gage and CIA alumna Payton Rae Spear
Phil Mansfield, The Culinary Institute of America
Laura Cunningham, vice president of branding and creative development at the Thomas Keller Restaurant Group, received an Augie Award for excellence in hospitality leadership.
