On November 12th, Chef Lisa Dahl brought “A Taste of Sedona” to LOFT39 in New York City for a great turnout. #Powerjournalist Markos Papadatos has the recap.
What an extraordinary evening! Lisa Dahl brought the spirit, flavor, and unmistakable magic of Sedona to New York City with her spectacular Taste of Sedona event tonight.
Her philosophy in life is simple yet deep: “When you cook with love, you feed the soul.”
From the moment the experience began, it was clear that this was more than just a culinary event… it was a celebration of artistic creativity, passion, hospitality, and the art of bringing people together through food.
Lisa Dahl’s culinary vision shines through in every detail. The experience evoked the warmth and beauty of Sedona while delivering an unforgettable taste of the Southwest right here in New York. It was vibrant, inspiring, and wonderfully memorable.
The atmosphere, the culinary artistry, and the spirit behind the evening made this a truly special occasion. Lisa’s passion for food and her gift for hospitality made everyone feel part of something extraordinary.
New documentary: Lisa Dahl — Blessed by Grace
They showed snippets of her new documentary, which is being released today. Those clips were able to move people on an emotional level.
It tackles such poignant subject matter as grief, healing and the power of cuisine in bringing people together.
“Lisa Dahl: Blessed By Grace” shares the inspiring journey of chef and restaurateur Lisa Dahl, who turned personal tragedy into a thriving culinary career in Sedona, Arizona. After the devastating loss of her son Justin, who was murdered in the 1990s while helping someone in need, Lisa found healing through cooking.
In 1995, she moved to Sedona and opened her first restaurant, Dahl & DiLuca, as a tribute to their shared love of cooking. Over the next nearly 30 years, she expanded her business to six acclaimed restaurants, each dedicated to preserving Justin’s memory.
Set against the majestic red rocks of Sedona, “Lisa Dahl: Blessed By Grace” offers a heartfelt look at Lisa’s resilience, spirituality, and passion for cooking, which has brought comfort and joy to so many while keeping her son’s memory alive. It is worth more than just a passing glance.
Lisa Dahl Foundation
Her philanthropic Lisa Dahl Foundation, launched in 2024, is building its endowment and taking donations to support its cornerstone project, Soup Hope, a jarred soup designed to deliver real nourishment to people in need or struggling with food insecurity.
Through her cooking, restaurants, and media appearances, Chef Dahl, who lives by the motto, “When you cook with love, you feed the soul,” brings hope and joy to those who have suffered their own hardships, as well as shows the culinary industry that dreams do come true through grit, innovation, and top-shelf hospitality.
Ezra Moreland on Lisa Dahl
Ezra Moreland, Hallmark’s “Finding Mr. Christmas” Season 1 winner remarked, “It was such a heartwarming event overall! Huge congratulations to Lisa Dahl. She really captivated the crowd with her incredible food preparations (my favorite was the mushroom empañadas) and even more-so with the inspiring and heartfelt documentary which I’m excited to watch in its entirety.”
The Verdict
Overall, it was an absolute delight from beginning to end… and an experience worth celebrating! A spectacular evening, a brilliant culinary experience, and a beautiful taste of Sedona in the heart of New York City. It garnered an A rating. Bravo, Lisa Dahl and to her team!
To learn more about Lisa Dahl, check out her official website, and follow her on Instagram.
