Taste Buds Required

06/04/2026

Fifty-two years.

That’s how long Haiti has waited to return to the World Cup.

As a Haitian-owned business, there was no way we were letting this moment pass without celebrating it.

On June 13, our Chef’s Table guests will gather for a Haitian Cookout-inspired menu, great company, and a front-row seat to history as Haiti takes the world stage for the first time since 1974. ⚽

From Striker Wings and Pate Kode to Golden Boot Ribs and Diri Kole ak Pwa, this month’s menu was designed specifically for the occasion.

And yes…it sold out. ❤️

If you missed this one, don’t worry. Our Chef’s Table only seats six guests, and every month features a new menu, new stories, and a new experience.

Comment “GRENADIER” below or join the waitlist through the link in our bio to be first in line for the next Chef’s Table.

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05/22/2026

This is a chef-led dinner built around the flavors that show up at the best kind of gathering: the one where somebody’s auntie insists you eat more.

Expect bold flavor.
Expect stories.
Expect food that feels familiar and surprising at the same time.

Small group.
One night.
No extras.

This month we’re bringing it back with a new menu:
🔥 Haitian Cookout 🔥

A chef-led dinner experience built around bold flavor, conversation, and dishes inspired by the gatherings that raised us.

Only 6 seats available.

If you’ve been curious about Taste Buds Required but wanted something smaller and more personal than a catered event… this is for you.

🎟️ Reserve your seat:
https://www.tastebudsrequired.com/event-details/taste-buds-required-chefs-table-haitian-cookout

05/21/2026

This week, we brought Haitian food history to life at Pinkster 💛

We talked about culture, ingredients, cooking traditions, and walked students through making Haitian accra while connecting food to history.

There is something really special about watching kids try new flavors and realize history isn’t just something you read…sometimes you can taste it.

Thank you for having Taste Buds Required!

Elevated Caribbean. Unforgettable Flavor.

04/15/2026

Introducing Chef's Table by Taste Buds Required® 🍽️

A new monthly tasting experience — intimate, chef-led, and limited to just 6 guests.

Our first session, Haitian Classics, drops Saturday.

Get on the first access list and you'll know the moment tickets are live — before anyone else.

tastebudsrequired.com/chefs-table

03/23/2026

You asked, we listened. 👀

✨ Small-batch pikliz drops March 25th — and this time, you don’t have to wait for an event to get it.

Pre-orders are now open.

8oz jars (tax included):
1 jar — $16.50
2 jars — $30.50
3 jars — $43.50

⚠️ PRE-ORDER ONLY — payment reserves your jar(s)
Orders close March 24 at 12 PM or when sold out.

📍 Queens, NY (pickup)
🗓 March 25 | 7:00–7:30 PM

To order:
Send your total to on Venmo
Include your name + quantity in the note
✔️ Confirmation sent after payment

Limited batch. No extras. Once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Elevated Caribbean. Unforgettable Flavor. 🌶️

03/09/2026

Last week I had the pleasure of catering the “Pathways to Success” NYU Alumni event and introducing guests to Taste Buds Required.

On the menu:
Haitian patties, plantain cups with black bean & avocado, and samples of our small-batch products (epis, pikliz, and Sweet Heat hot honey).

The response was incredible!
We sold 11 of the 15 jars we brought (including every jar of hot honey!).

Thank you to everyone who stopped by the table, tried something new, and supported a Haitian-owned small business.

✨ A small-batch product drop is coming at the end of the month — stay tuned.

Elevated Caribbean. Unforgettable Flavor.






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10/17/2024

The last one of the season for us! Will we see you at on Saturday? Come early!

10/09/2024

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09/11/2024

Will I see you there?

08/18/2024

Learn more about Taste Buds Required!

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