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First Taste: A Unique Culinary Festival in NYC

New York City is known for its vibrant food culture, and on September 19, 2026, it will host an exciting festival called First Taste, presented by 8it, a popular app dedicated to food pop-ups and new culinary delights. This event will take place at LilliStar, a rooftop venue located in Moxy Williamsburg. The festival celebrates everything new, with a single guiding principle: every experience—from food to music to fashion—is a debut.

A Flavor-packed Lineup

First Taste promises to showcase a variety of exclusive collaborations between renowned chefs and popular brands. Attendees will indulge in a one-day feast featuring unique dishes that can only be found at this event.

• - Potluck Club x Ace's Pizza will serve a Chinese Sausage Peppers Detroit-Style Pizza, blending Potluck Club's Chinese-American flair with Ace's signature square pie style.
• - Titi's Empanadas x After Eden will offer a Banh Mi Empanada, crafted by Eleven Madison Park-trained chef, Nancy Nguyen. Given After Eden's success in quickly selling out their banh mi sandwiches, this dish is anticipated to be a hit.
• - Loser's Eating House x OREO Cookies will present The Big OREO Roll, a delightful cinnamon roll made with OREO cookies, paired with olive oil cream icing and cookie chunks.

The collaboration with OREO is particularly special; Loser's Lizzy Koury emphasizes, "I grew up eating OREOs, and I've wanted to incorporate them into our food since day one. Working with OREO has been such an exhilarating experience."

Interactive Experience

Upon arrival, each guest will receive a First Taste Passport, which allows them to collect stamps at all three culinary stops to earn a limited-edition tote bag, hand-customized with patches. This interactive component enhances the festival vibe, encouraging everyone to enjoy all the tastes on offer while engaging with the event.

Hennessy Cocktails and Music

Adding to the experience, Gelo Honrade of After Eden will unveil two original Hennessy cocktails: Henny Rita and Henny Berry, exclusively available at the festival. Festival goers can enjoy complimentary cocktails upon arrival, with additional special drops available for purchase.

The festival will not only delight the palate but also cater to music lovers. The DJ lineup featuring Sunny Cheeba and Curly Nez will showcase unreleased tracks, creating an unforgettable atmosphere.

Fashion Forward

Creating a unique fashion statement at this festival will be New York Penn, debuting a limited edition customizable jacket available on-site in various colorways. Attendees can personalize their jackets, making them a cherished souvenir from this exclusive event.

Event Details

• - What? First Taste 001, an 8it experience
• - When? Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 2 PM to 8 PM. Rain or shine.
• - Where? LilliStar, rooftop of Moxy Williamsburg, 353 Bedford Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11211.
• - Tickets? Priced at $15 before the event, $20 at the door. Note that food purchases will be separate. For those interested in a group experience, reserved tables are available for $500.
• - Social Media: Follow @firsttastefest on Instagram and TikTok for updates.

In summary, First Taste offers an enticing glimpse into the future of NYC’s food culture. With numerous exclusive drops and the chance to experience new flavor combinations, music, and fashion, make sure not to miss out on this remarkable culinary adventure.