Delmonico's Restaurant Honors Momentous Turning Point In Women’s History With 150th Anniversary Ladies' Luncheon

To celebrate becoming the first restaurant in America to serve female diners independently 150 years ago, Delmonico's Restaurant showcased the special 150th Anniversary Ladies’ Luncheon headlined by internationally acclaimed chef and New York Times best selling author Gabrielle Hamilton.

On April 20, 1868 — at a time when no other U.S. restaurants would admit or serve women unless they were escorted by a man — the Delmonico brothers proudly took a bold step forward by hosting the first women-only luncheon organized by The Sorosis Club, America’s first women’s rights organization. These fierce females ultimately went on to pave the way for numerous women's clubs across the country — and sitting down to lunch at Delmonico’s was their first victory. To celebrate this momentous occasion, Delmonico's showcased a special menu by internationally acclaimed chef and New York Times best selling author Gabrielle Hamilton.

TROUT ROE AND SHAVED RADISH

The colorful ensemble of salty trout roe and crunchy shaved radish are served on top of bite-sized pumpernickel crouton infused with brown butter.

MALAKOFF

A small fist-sized malakoff, or ball of fried cheese with perfectly crispy edges, are complemented by parsley and cornichons salad.

COLD POACHED MACKEREL

Don't be alarmed by the temperature of this dish. The cold poached mackerel is extremely tender, and prepared with a drizzle of olive oil and pickled celery hearts.

COLORADO LAMB LOIN CHOP

Two pieces of bone-in lamb loin chop - cooked perfectly to the temperature of your choice - is served with asparagus and peas with sauce colbert

BRÛLÉED RICE PUDDING

Over a bed of smooth, creamy rice pudding is a thin layer of crunchy caramelized sugar with a dollop of whipped cream, macerated strawberries, and strawberry meringue.