Welcome to the second-annual Y’all Dinner.
FOR FUTURE FRONT’S FOURTH BIRTHDAY, WE’RE HOSTING AN INTIMATE SUPPER CLUB WITH ONE OF OUR FAVORITE CHEFS, DEEPA SHRIDHAR.
With three seatings at The Future Front House, come through on July 17, 18 or 19 for a multi-course South Indian-Texan menu from chef Deepa Shridhar, with natural wine tastings, a martini menu and good vibes.
As a fundraiser, all proceeds from ticket sales will support the evening’s talent, as well as Future Front’s free arts and culture programs.
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WHAT TO EXPECT
★ A multi-course South Indian-Texan Menu by Chef Deepa Shridhar (vegetarian and gluten-free options available)
Shrimp Cocktail (Crab Sukka Stuffed Gulf Shrimp Lightly Burned + Cajun Podi + Fig Leaf Muối Ớt Xanh + Fermented Tomato Basil Tartare + Tamarind Fig Rasam + Charred Corn Lemon Ghee Tadka)
Kolache (Local Carrot Mac N Cheese Pie Mini Kolache + Parmesan Coconut Gremolata + Crab Saffron Chili Oil)
Main Entree (Banana Leaf Roasted Smoked Pistachio Podi Short Rib + TX Confit Potato Mash + Coconut Chutney + Fig Tamarind Chili Honey + Pistachio Curry Leaf Crumble)
Amusebouche (Savory Coconut Panna Cotta + Fig Avakai + Lemon + Peach Leaf Wafer)
Icebox TX Fig & Peach Cake (Corn Butter Cookies Layered in Fig Leaf Kulfi + Burnt Jaggery Peach Jam + Candied Fermented Fig + Coconut Cookie Crumb + Pandan Fig Leaf Salt)
★ Curated local cocktails, plus martinis from Tito’s Handmade Vodka
Fermented Tomato Martini
Fermented Fig Martini
Fig Leaf Kaapi Martini
★ A intimate tour of The Future Front House’s gallery and workshop studio from Future Front’s Director Jane Hervey
★ An evening among old and new friends, celebrating Future Front’s fourth anniversary
Meet YOUR HOSTS
chef deepA shridhar
Deepa Shridhar (she/her) is a chef, writer, podcaster and TV & Digital personality residing in Austin. Shridhar has started her professional cooking career working at some of the best restaurants in Texas, including her own award winning food trailer, Puli-Ra, and supper club, specializing in South Indian Texan cuisine, her own brand of Third Culture Cuisine.
She is the founder of Thali Omakase; a private monthly dinner experience with a completely custom menu, complimentary beverage program and playlist.
Currently, Shridhar collaborates on supper clubs and pop ups with like minded businesses across the country that include award winning restaurants and food businesses alike. She’s a contributing writer for Serious Eats and has been featured in many national publications along with multiple appearances on the Food Network including Chopped, as a runner up.
Chef Deepa has a substack under the moniker: Sicc Palette. Sicc Palette is a digital platform that houses her podcast, newsletter and a variety of video content that focuses on personal narratives, the definitions of fine dining, immigrant, third culture cuisine and recipes flavored by her South Indian Texan perspective.
Photo by Nitya Jain
creative director jane hervey
Jane Hervey (she/her) is a community and brand development director, award-winning curator, creative producer and accidental nonprofit founder. Over the last decade, she has led teams and programs for 25+ creative companies and start-ups, arts and entertainment organizations and public spaces across the US. Designing thoughtfully curated experiences, brand identities and storytelling projects, her client list reflects independent creatives and nonprofits, cities and local government, as well as lifestyle and tech brands like The LINE Hotel, Bumble and Waymo.
Currently, she directs Future Front, a 501c3 cultural space she founded in 2021, alongside her own consultancy, group work. Through these projects, her community-designed festivals and fairs have distributed more than $1M in commissions and support to Texas-based independent artists, musicians, filmmakers, craftspeople, curators, cultural workers and multidisciplinary creatives since 2015. This pioneering work in public and private programming, creative direction and brand strategy has been recognized for its undeniable impact on Texas culture—from the underground to public parks—by ADWEEK, Texas Monthly, The National Endowment for the Arts and the City of Austin’s Women’s Hall of Fame. As a keynote speaker and curator for organizations like SXSW, Austin FC, Fusebox Festival, The Contemporary Austin Museum and Soho House, Jane has become a known advocate for stronger Texan cities, cultural justice and community practices in creative leadership, too.
Jane has also composed records and music as an independent recording artist for global projects since 2012. Originally from the South Texas border, Hervey now lives and works in Austin, Texas. Learn more at janeclairehervey.com.
HOW TO ATTEND
EARLYBIRD TICKETS START at $150. *MEMBER TICKETS ARE $100.
All proceeds benefit each evening's dinner team, as well as Future Front's fundraising efforts to produce arts and culture programming in Austin, Texas' changing landscape.
*If you are a Future Front member, please email hello@futurefronttexas.org to claim your $100 ticket or head to members.futurefronttexas.org or futurefrontmembership.squarespace.com to access member rates for event tickets, applications & other perks at anytime.
PREPARE YOUR VISIT TO THE FUTURE FRONT HOUSE
The Future Front House is located at 1900 E. 12th Street. From soil to cement, the 1940s building has a long history that precedes us (including its first owner Vera Barton and the We Rise mural).
WHERE TO PARK: The Future Front House has a large paid parking lot across the street and is directly accessible by bus line. There’s also free parking up and down the street and in surrounding neighborhoods. Carpool, if you can! Head to futurefronttexas.org/contact for details.
WHAT TO DO: The Future Front House is located within the historic East 12th Street District, which is home to many other creative spaces and businesses, as well as organizations like Six Square. Explore the District while you’re around.
✸ Trona — cocktail bar — 1812 E. 12th St
✸ Nixta Taqueria — restaurant — 2512 E 12th St
✸ Comadre Panaderia — bakery — 1204 Cedar Ave
✸ Keep Looking Shop — zine bookshop — 1614 E 12th St
✸ Community Garden — café and bar — 1401 Cedar Ave
✸ The Plant Society — retail shop — 1912 E 12th St
✸ The Little Gay Shop & Redeemer — retail shop — 1902 E 12th St
✸ Sam’s BBQ & Austin Daiquiri Factory — restaurant & bar — 2000 E 12th St
✸ El Tigre Coffee Shop — coffee shop — 1614 E. 12th St
AVAILABLE LANGUAGES — ASL interpreters can be provided upon request. Si necesita traducción al español para participar en este evento, envíenos un correo electrónico a hello@futurefronttexas.org.
OUR COMMUNITY SAFETY GUIDELINES —
All Future Front staff, volunteers and guests will be required to practice mutual respect, as well as demonstrate an alignment with Future Front’s code of conduct and values: futurefronttexas.org/values.
Capacity is limited to reduce crowding of any kind and all events will be held in primarily outdoor and open-air spaces or have access to proper ventilations and well-maintained A/C systems.
At Future Front events, all guests are expected to follow Austin-local health and safety guidelines for gatherings, as well as practice consideration with the consumption of tobacco, alcohol and any other legal, mind-altering or dangerous substances and objects. This includes:
As Future Front strives to be a good neighbor, we also discourage the use of tobacco products on the property of nearby businesses and residences, to improve air quality, throughout our events.
Tobacco use and electronic smoking device use are not permitted at any time within Future Front properties and event spaces at least 15 ft from entrances, exits, operational windows, or ventilation system intake vents.
Littering of tobacco-related products on the grounds or parking lots is also prohibited.
Concealed or open weapons and firearms (including handguns) are not allowed at any Future Front venues.
GOT QUESTIONS? Shoot us a note at hello@futurefronttexas.org. We're happy to help and will get back to you!
BEHIND FUTURE FRONT
Homegrown in Austin, Future Front is an award-winning cultural space and public exhibition series—with women and LGBTQ+ creatives at the front.
As a 501c3 arts and culture nonprofit, we produce two annual community-led exhibitions, The Front Market and The Front Festival, platforming independent artists and creatives across disciplines in Texas. Beyond our flagship exhibitions, we host seasonal shows and workshops at our creative space in East Austin, welcoming 20,000+ visitors per year.
Through these programs and a diverse network of partnerships, we invite the public (including you) to dream of a future where local art and creativity thrive in Texas—where we see ourselves and our cultures reflected in our communities.
FUTURE FRONT IS SUPPORTED IN PART BY The City of Austin Economic Development Department, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Texas Commission on the Arts, We All Belong, The LINE Hotel Austin, Pease Park Conservancy, the Red River Cultural District, Downtown Austin Alliance Foundation, Topo Chico, as well as Future Front’s donors and members.