Just when you thought you’d RSVP’d to every Fashion Week event worth noting, along comes a spectacle that slices straight through the noise — literally.
On Thursday, September 11th, SORA by Hotel Collection is bringing one of Miami’s most buzzed-about culinary rituals to New York: a live Bluefin Tuna Cutting Ceremony, staged on the chic upper floors of Casa Cruz. Equal parts art form, dinner party, and performance, this one-night-only affair blends high-skill omakase tradition with the signature glamour of Fashion Week.
With only two seatings available — 6:30 PM and 9:00 PM — and a guest list that includes famous faces such as Meredith Marks, Larsa Pippen, and Alexia Nepola, it’s shaping up to be the off-runway event where boldface names meet bluefin precision.
A Night to Savor
Hosted in Casa Cruz, arguably one of the most elegant spots in Manhattan right now, the evening invites guests into a sensory journey. Chefs will break down a 120-pound bluefin tuna before your eyes, guiding guests course by course through a curated tasting.
Alongside this freshly carved omakase, attendees will preview Casa Cruz’s new menu, indulge in dishes featuring Meredith Marks’ caviar, and sip Champagne Telemont as the golden-hour light fades into city sparkle. Tickets are $170 per guest and available via the Casa Cruz OpenTable page.
Why It Cuts Deeper
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More than just dinner, SORA’s tuna-cutting events are intentional experiences and a respectful nod to Japanese culinary heritage, elevated for modern luxury audiences. Each slice is made with precision and purpose, turning the act of preparation into a full-scale performance. For guests, it’s a chance to witness an ancient practice up close and enjoy the payoff in the most immediate, flavorful way possible.
At Fashion Week, where so much emphasis is placed on fleeting visuals and curated moments, there’s something grounding — even refreshing — about a ritual that centers skill, tradition, and taste.
From Wynwood to the World
If you haven’t yet heard of SORA, now’s the time to get acquainted. Tucked into the heart of Wynwood, Miami’s creative district, the restaurant has quickly become a destination for elevated omakase and curated cultural events.
Its roster of standout programming includes everything from Caviar & Bubbly Wednesdays and hands-on sushi-making classes to sultry Sabor Saturdays. Helmed by Chef Bee and supported by the Hotel Collection brand, SORA is a creative platform for memorable nights and high-design hospitality.
With its one-night expansion to New York, SORA proves it can translate its magic across state lines.
Where Fashion Meets Flavor
At its core, Fashion Week is about vision and detail. So is SORA. The precision of the knife. The ceremony of the cut. The artful plating. The atmosphere that crackles with style and intention. It’s no coincidence that SORA chose Casa Cruz as a venue, as it shares its DNA of polished elegance, low lighting, and high anticipation.
As fashion leans into experiential culture, this night offers something rare: a multisensory moment that lingers long after the plates are cleared.
Don’t Miss the Cut
If your Fashion Week calendar needs a bite of omakase with its off-duty glam, Thursday, September 11th is the night. SORA at Casa Cruz will turn your dinner plans into an unforgettable experience, one that just might steal the spotlight this New York Fashion Week.
