GOOD GROUND TAVERN’S CHEF SERIES
This Labor Day weekend, indulge in an exceptional Lobster Boil at Good Ground Tavern where renowned celebrity chef Nina Compton, known for her innovative approach to seafood and Southern cuisine, will elevate this classic New England tradition to new heights. Savor the end of summer with tender, juicy lobsters expertly prepared by Chef Compton, whose innovative blend of rich New Orleans culinary heritage and Caribbean roots creates dishes that are both familiar and extraordinary.
Join Jeffery Miller, Calvin Johnson, and Sounds of NOLA for a high-energy, family-friendly show that brings the music and vibe of New Orleans to the Hamptons! Audiences will journey through the decades as jazz evolved from the streets of New Orleans into the majestic force that it is today with Johnson on saxophone and Miller on trombone joined by Andrew McGowan on piano, Nori Naraoka on bass, and Ocie Davis on drums. The band’s infectious sounds, rhythms, and melodies will bring music lovers of all ages to their feet, as though audiences were in the cobble-stoned streets of the French Quarter!
Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the end of summer with the grand opening of our Good Ground Tavern’s Chefs Series.
- Starter: Tomato and Crab Salad with Coconut Dressing
- Main: Maine Lobster and Clams
- Dessert: Summer Tres Leches
- Live jazz featuring Jeffery Miller, Calvin Johnson, and Sounds of NOLA
- Advance Reservations Required
- For children’s tickets (including a $90 child’s menu payable on-site), please contact us directly at goodgroundtavern@canoeplace.com or call (631) 763-6300.
ABOUT
Chef Nina Compton is a culinary pioneer with nearly two decades of experience at the forefront of the American food scene. Her journey began at the Culinary Institute of America, followed by formative years under the mentorship of renowned chefs Daniel Boulud and Norman Van Aken. Rising through the ranks in Miami’s prestigious culinary landscape, Compton honed her craft and developed a distinctive style that blends Caribbean heritage with classical French technique. A finalist on Bravo’s Top Chef, Compton’s career reached new heights when she opened Compère Lapin in New Orleans. This acclaimed restaurant has garnered critical praise and solidified her reputation as a culinary innovator. In 2017, Compton was honored as a finalist for the James Beard Award for Best Chef: South and named one of Food & Wine magazine’s Best New Chefs. Beyond her entrepreneurial success, Compton serves as a culinary ambassador for her native St. Lucia, further enriching her global impact.
Calvin Johnson is a 3rd generation saxophonist, composer, and bandleader born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana. Johnson was able to nurture and expand his love and interest in the music business at the famed Louis Armstrong Summer Jazz Camp then the performing arts high school the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA). Johnson then furthered his education by graduating from the School of Business at the University of New Orleans.
Calvin has toured and/or recorded with the likes of: Harry Connick Jr., Aaron Neville, Jason Derulo, Blind Boys of Alabama, Irma Thomas, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Mannie Fresh, Mystikal, Irvin Mayfield, the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra, and the Dirty Dozen Brass Band. In 2023, Johnson released his third studio album, Notes Of A Native Son, to rave reviews. The project is Johnson’s most recent, and also his first that features his composition and arranging skills. He is proud to have been recognized by Downbeat Magazine with 4 out of 5 stars as well as labeled as one of the best albums of 2023.
