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Midtown Loft & Terrace, Manhattan

Taste of RLC

Rescuing Leftover Cuisine’s first food festival fundraiser brings together tasting stations from New York City restaurants, drinks, networking and an Impact Awards celebration recognizing community work in.

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Rescuing Leftover Cuisine’s first food festival fundraiser brings together tasting stations from New York City restaurants, drinks, networking and an Impact Awards celebration recognizing community work in food security, equity and sustainability. VIP admission begins at 5:00 PM with early access to the tasting stations, specialty cocktails and time with sponsors and award nominees. General admission begins at 6:00 PM, followed by the awards program and an evening of food and conversation. Proceeds support the organizer’s work rescuing surplus food for New Yorkers experiencing food insecurity.

What to expect

Rescuing Leftover Cuisine’s first food festival fundraiser brings together tasting stations from New York City restaurants, drinks, networking and an Impact Awards celebration recognizing community work in food security, equity and sustainability. VIP admission begins at 5:00 PM with early access to the tasting stations, specialty cocktails and time with sponsors and award nominees. General admission begins at 6:00 PM, followed by the awards program and an evening of food and conversation. Proceeds support the organizer’s work rescuing surplus food for New Yorkers experiencing food insecurity.

Good to know

  • $150 general admission; $225 VIP with entry at 5 PM
  • Consumers with a love for food

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Common questions

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When is Taste of RLC?

Friday, October 9, 2026, 5–9 PM; general admission from 6 PM