Exclusive Tasting Dinners with Cocktail Pairings
The most sought-after table in Key West. The Chef’s Encore is an invitation to step outside the everyday and into a world of curated flavors, global techniques, and intimate island dining.
- A monthly limited-run experience hosted by Chef Keith St. Peter. Unlike traditional dining, this is a curated series where the menu takes center stage.
- Intimate and exclusive. Each event is strictly limited to 20 guests, offering a “behind the velvet rope” atmosphere.
- Experience Chef Keith’s personal culinary inspirations, featuring rotating monthly themes that won’t be repeated.
Schedule:
First Friday of each month.
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm.
June 5th, 2026 – March 5, 2027.
*Hours subject to change.
An Elevated Evening at the Chef’s Table
The Chef’s Encore Series is more than just dinner — it is a monthly exploration of flavor, history, and culinary technique.
- Monthly Themes: Each “Encore” features a unique menu inspired by Chef Keith’s favorite culinary icons, seasonal rarities, and Key West heritage.
- Intimate Seating: With only 20 tickets per event, guests enjoy a personalized experience and direct interaction with the chef.
- Limited-Time Series: This is a special engagement. Because of the exclusive nature of these dinners, we recommend securing your seat early.
- All Access: We’ve opened the calendar for the entire year. View the full lineup and book your preferred dates in one place.
Chef's Encore Monthly Events
Behind The Plate:
Chef Keith St. Peter
At the heart of Chef’s Encore is Executive Chef Keith St. Peter. A cornerstone of the Key West culinary community since relocating from Richmond, Vermont, in 1999, Keith has spent 25 years shaping the island’s food scene at iconic spots like Blue Heaven, Antonia’s, and Kojin Noodle Bar. His dedication to preserving local culture earned him the Community Foundation of the Florida Keys’ Keep Key West Weird Award (2024).
Known for blending precision with “delicious chaos,” Keith is a celebrated food historian who uses the Key West Cooking Show as his personal canvas. The Chef’s Encore Series is his most personal project to date, allowing him to step out of the classroom and into the spotlight to serve the community with multi-course, themed menus.
While many evenings follow these curated themes, our “Chef’s Whimsey” nights let Keith follow his instincts without rules. The result is a dining experience that is bold, unpredictable, and completely exclusive to our Key West guests.
Everything you need to know about the most exclusive ticket in town
- When: The first Friday of every month.
- Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm.
- Duration: Approximately 2 hours of curated dining.
- Price: Starting at $150 per person.
- Includes: A multicourse themed menu, a handcrafted cocktail, chef’s commentary on each dish, and an intimate 20-person setting
Find Us in the Heart of Mallory Square
Located in the air-conditioned comfort of the Shops at Mallory Square, we’re the perfect escape from the Key West heat. Join us at the Key West Cooking Show for an unforgettable (and delicious) experience.
291 Front Street, Suite 207, Key West, FL 33040
