Tom Jauncey, co-founder of creative agency Beautiful Destinations, chatted with fellow diners before the first course hit the table.

The savory chicken à la Keene with truffle and herb noodles was both photo- and fork-ready for the family-style meal. 

Delmonico’s red wine got a well-earned lead role in this snapshot. It earned its place on the table, too, as an excellent complement to the signature steak.

Steak has been the star of Delmonico’s since 1837. With an expertly charred edge and juicy interior, it was ready for its close-up. 

Food lovers on Instagram will recognize the coveted "cheese pull" shot, like this one featuring creamy Delmonico potatoes.

A whole platter of miniature desserts—including bite-size crème brûlée and trendy matcha cream puffs—meant no one caught dessert FOMO. 

A crisp white tablecloth set the stage for the Tasting Series dinner at Bâtard, the James Beard Award–winning restaurant specializing in modern European cuisine. 

The meal opened with an array of photogenic canapés, including black truffle arancini with saffron aioli and scallop crudo with avocado mousse.

Diners at Buttermilk Channel, a Carroll Gardens favorite, started off with a Bibb lettuce salad and flatbread with charred ramps, taleggio cheese and huckleberries.

A meal at this American bistro wouldn’t be complete without trying their signature buttermilk fried chicken, paired with savoy cabbage slaw and roasted corn salad.

The Tasting Series also made its way to the Long Island City waterfront for a modern Italian meal at Maiella.

Among the delectable appetizers was a caramelized pear salad, topped with goat cheese and red currant dressing.