Cafe NOMA + Salon Supper Club Gallery Dining Experience

Café NOMA and Ralph Brennan Catering & Events are proud partners in the Salon Supper Club at the New Orleans Museum of Art, a new, innovative series that transforms the museum’s historic galleries into intimate dining venues where art and cuisine intersect. The second event in the series, “A Taste of West Africa and New Orleans,” on Thursday, July 17, 2025 – in honor of the New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations exhibit – pairs Ralph Brennan’s expert culinary team with the talents of chef Serigne Mbaye of Dakar NOLA, the 2024 James Beard Award Recipient for Best New Restaurant.

“This summer partnership represents everything we strive for at Ralph Brennan Restaurant Group—bringing together exceptional culinary talent to create experiences that celebrate our city’s unique culture,” said Ralph Brennan. “The collaborative efforts between our team and Chef Mbaye allow us to showcase how food can tell stories just as powerfully as the art on the walls.”

“A Taste of West Africa and New Orleans,” will feature progressive food stations throughout the museum’s galleries, allowing guests to experience an exhibition-inspired menu, created by collaborative teams of executive chef Chris Montero and chef de cuisine Chris Fite of Café NOMA and Chef Mbaye of Dakar. “The collaboration between our team and Dakar NOLA has been extraordinary,” said Chris Montero. “Chef Mbaye’s approach to West African cuisine paired with our experience in New Orleans hospitality creates something truly special for NOMA’s guests.”

Extending beyond this one-night epicurean event, Café NOMA celebrates this partnership between Mbaye, Montero, and Fite with a New Summer dish on the menu – Chicken Yassa Bowl –   Chicken Thighs marinated in Lemon, Onions, and Dijon Mustard then braised in a rich Onion Sauce served over a West African grain, Fonio. Alongside this inspired, traditional Senegalese dish is a Black-Eyed Pea Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Red Bell Peppers, and Lime Juice. [dairy-free, gluten-free]

“We’ve always believed that great hospitality is about more than just serving food—it’s about creating moments that bring people together,” Brennan said. “This partnership allows us to do that in a completely new setting while supporting an institution that’s vital to our community.”

“The Salon Supper Club: A Test of West Africa and New Orleans” on July 17 runs from 6PM to 9PM, with patron tickets at $250 and general admission at $150. Proceeds support NOMA’s exhibitions, initiatives, and programming.

Salon Supper Club Featured Talent

Serigne Mbaye

Executive chef at Dakar NOLA

Chris Montero

Executive chef and general manager at Cafe NOMA and Napoleon House in New Orleans

Chris Fite

Sous chef at Cafe NOMA

For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.