A culinary gala night with a shopping list worth a luxury car
As the glittering world of Hollywood gears up for the distribution of the coveted trophies, behind the scenes, an equally impressive spectacle is in full swing. The preparations for the ultimate celebration after the awards ceremony – a culinary extravaganza whose ingredient list, depicting only the most essential foods, effortlessly lightens the wallet by approximately $40,000. The costs for side dishes, raw materials for food preparation, beverages, and labor are not yet included in this price.
A night that challenges both palates and wallets
As reported by Bild, it’s none other than celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck who has been feeding Hollywood’s elite after the Oscar ceremony for three decades. This year, the menu is filled with delicacies ranging from mini burgers made from the finest meat to sophisticated desserts – a culinary spectacle like no other.
From the chosen ones for the chosen ones
The exclusive after-show party at the Dolby Theater, known as the Governors Ball, opens its doors exclusively to the cream of the crop of the film industry. Names like Sandra Hüller, Ryan Gosling, and Martin Scorsese adorn the guest list, testifying to the exclusivity of this event.
Delicacies that bring the stars down to earth 🌌
The menu includes, among other things, small burgers made from Wagyu beef, tuna tartare, and shrimp cocktails, enhanced with the black gold of the seas. But vegetarians are not left out either: a selection of over 120 different pizzas and a paella bar ensure an incomparable taste experience.
A shopping spree that makes headlines
But what does it cost to host such a banquet? The shopping list for the evening reads like the order for a small army: over 300 kilograms of seafood, dozens of kilos of vegetables, and an army of Peking ducks, followed by thousands of handmade dumplings. The estimated cost: an amount that could easily finance a mid-sized car. And this price doesn’t include side dishes and decorations like gold leaf, ingredients for food preparation like spices, beverages, and staff. Accordingly, the price could easily double, resulting in costs equivalent to those of a luxury car or even a small villa.
Not only at the buffet, but also in the glass, the glamour of the night is reflected: Brad Pitt’s first champagne promises to make guests’ hearts beat faster and rounds off the luxury experience. A bottle of this exquisite drink comes with a price tag of $350.