The Dining Experience at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts introduces new meal combinations served in the iconic Marquee Box

Executive Chef Philippe Lechevin introduces hot meal combinations to menu at Kansas City’s most unique dining venue inside the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (March 18, 2016) – Shortly after celebrating its one year anniversary, The Dining Experience located within the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts announced the addition of hot menu items to its dinner menu to be served in the iconic Marquee Box. Handcrafted in Kansas City and sharing the distinctive silhouette of the Kauffman Center, the ceramic Dining Experience Marquee Boxes are one of the most unique dining vessels in city. Previously, all items served in the Marquee Box were presented chilled.

All dinner entrée items include bread service, a choice of a non-alcoholic beverage and a trio of desserts.  Entrée items start at $25.

KAUFFMAN CENTER DINING EXPERIENCE: MARQUEE BOX MENU

LAND

Seared Cedar River Farms Angus beef tenderloin medallions served over a creamy polenta cake with a

Balsamic demi glaze and marinated cremini mushrooms. Roasted root vegetables consisting of beets, turnips, squash, and parsnips served with a garlic thyme aioli.

Arugula and herb mixed salad with cucumbers, carrots, and marinated olives with a red wine vinaigrette.

SEA

Pan Seared Seabass served over a white bean and herb ragú and orange ginger braised fennel.

Sautéed Haricot verts and peas with garlic, lemon and mint. Mixed green salad with grapes, celeriac root, celery, walnuts and apple chips with a ponzu vinaigrette.

For more information or to make reservations, visit the website at www.kauffmancenter.org/the-center/dining/  or Open Table. The Kauffman Center Dining Experience serves a complete dinner menu, small plates and beverage and cocktail menu which can be viewed at kauffmancenter.org/dining.

ABOUT THE DINING EXPERIENCE AT THE KAUFFMAN CENTER The Dining Experience at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts offers guests gourmet meals freshly prepared by Executive Chef Philippe Lechevin and served in the comfortable and sophisticated Founders’ Lounge. Located just within the south doors of the Kauffman Center, the Founders’ Lounge offers guests a sweeping view of Kansas City in a sleek and sophisticated atmosphere. The Founders’ Lounge opens two hours prior to curtain time for evening performances at the Center, and serves all visitors and performance patrons. Walk-ins are welcome, or reservations can be made in advance online or by calling (816) 994-7222. For menus and additional information, visit kauffmancenter.org/dining.

ABOUT THE KAUFFMAN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTSThe Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, a major center for music, opera, theater, and dance designed by Moshe Safdie, opened in 2011. Serving as a cultural cornerstone for Kansas City and the region, the Kauffman Center delivers extraordinary and diverse performing arts experiences. Recently honored as one of the World’s 15 Most Beautiful Concert Halls, the Kauffman Center attracts some of the world’s most renowned performers and entertainers.

Through educational outreach programs and community enrichment, the Kauffman Center supports Kansas City as a cultural destination.

More information on the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts is available at www.kauffmancenter.org.