Ilna at Buddy in San Francisco
Maz Naba brings Ilna, a California-Lebanese culinary pop-up residency, to Buddy in San Francisco.
Event
Ilna at Buddy
Chef and winemaker Maz Naba brings Ilna to Buddy in San Francisco for an à la carte pop-up dinner shaped by Lebanese roots and Levantine flavors.
About the event
À la carte pop-up format
Ilna at Buddy is a culinary pop-up dining residency dinner in San Francisco, hosted at Buddy. The format is à la carte, so the event is described as a dinner rather than a fixed tasting menu or class. Reservations are bookable via Resy, and walk-ins are accepted.
The event runs at Buddy, a San Francisco bar at 3115 22nd St. Outdoor tables are available upon request, and the event notes that street parking is limited in the area, so arrival planning matters for guests heading to the venue.
Maz Naba and the program direction
Chef and winemaker Maz Naba is the featured person behind the dinner. The event description says he traces Ilna back to his Lebanese roots, while the program direction highlights Levantine flavors. Naba is identified with Ilna and Augur Wine Co.
The food and drink framing is broad but specific: Levantine flavors are paired with natural wines and low-proof cocktails. No individual dishes, bottles, or cocktail names are provided, so the clearest description is the named culinary direction and beverage style rather than a menu preview.
Planning notes
The booking path is through Resy, with the event also accepting walk-ins. For reservations, no-shows and cancellations made after 1:00 PM on the day of the event are subject to a $20 per person cancellation fee.
Buddy is listed as the featured venue for the event and as a bar in San Francisco. The address places it at 3115 22nd St, and the event information also points guests to Ilna’s Instagram and website for more details about Ilna.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of event is this?
It is a culinary pop-up dining residency dinner in San Francisco using an à la carte menu format.
Who is Maz Naba?
Maz Naba is identified as a chef and winemaker associated with Ilna and Augur Wine Co. The event description says he traces Ilna back to his Lebanese roots.
What food and drink direction is described?
The program highlights Levantine flavors, with natural wines and low-proof cocktails named as part of the concept.
Where is Buddy?
Buddy is a bar in San Francisco at 3115 22nd St, San Francisco, CA 94110.
What should guests know before going?
Street parking is limited in the area, outdoor tables are available upon request, and no-shows or reservations cancelled after 1:00 PM on the day of the event are subject to a $20 per person fee.
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