About this Event
***All Profits go directly to the Non-Profit "VC Expedition's" initiative of getting scientific programs on the water.
Join our society for the intrepid the "Talking Ship Supper Club" series. These dinners will be accompanied by unique presentations and guided table conversations. Each evening blends culinary craft, storytelling, and scientific insight—offering guests a chance to connect over ideas, curiosity, and the history and research carried out aboard the historic ship R/V ROBERT GRAY. If you believe that there’s a thin line between leisure and exploration, this event is for you.
Thursday, Feb. 5th Speaker- Enzo Barracco
Enzo is an Emmy-nominated photographer, and author of with a foreword by the legendary Sir Ranulph Fiennes, an introduction by the director of Royal Geographical Society London, and endorsements from Vogue Italia and others.
Enzo Lives and works in New York. He has recently published a new book about , with PRADA and a book project about Hawaii, with a foreword by PRADA.
He is now working on a new project also with PRADA about ALASKA.
After a career in the fashion and luxury industries, his focus and inspiration have shifted towards Art and Nature. His aim is to use his art to raise collective awareness. about the beauty and the Power of Nature.
Evening's Schedule:
5:45pm-6:00pm: Arrival/Check-in at gangway (boarding ramp) to ship, Pier 25/Hudson River Park
6:00pm-7:00pm: Welcome Aboard Beverages and Passed Hors d'Oeuvres, Saloon/Main deck
7:00pm-8:30pm: Supper with Captain's Address and Presentation, Expedition Tent/Upper Deck
8:30pm-9:00pm: Dessert and Conversation, Expedition Tent/Upper Deck
Previous Menus:
A seated three-course menu with Wine pairings highlighting the journey of R/V ROBERT GRAY featuring:
Fresh Oysters & Passed Hors D’oeuvres
Cold Water Crudo
Whole Grilled Red Snapper
North Atlantic Bouillabaisse
Honey Cheesecake
TSSC
About the Supper Club
Info: "Talking Ship" gatherings are immersive experiences: intimate, engaging, and designed to spark conversation, connection, and a deeper appreciation for community and our role in the world around us. They are presented by our non-profit extension; VC Expeditions, to help raise awareness and funds for our mission- ocean engagement and education through connecting more people to marine research.
VC Expeditions
About VC Expeditions
Info: Our Mission:
Making marine science accessible to all through immersive & educational trips.
At VC Expeditions our mission is to inspire curiosity and understanding of the ocean through hands-on learning and real-world experiences. We work with communities, schools, and organizations across North America and the Caribbean to foster stewardship and a shared commitment to protecting our oceans for future generations. VC Expeditions helps bridge this gap by connecting scientists, educators, and community partners with research vessels that can get them into the field safely and effectively. Working with platforms like R/V ROBERT GRAY—currently supporting cNAMMs circumnavigation research and Seakeepers—we ensure capability and flexibility needed for successful missions.
Speaker
Enzo Barracco
Info: “I believe Enzo’s work is a great way for key conservation messages to be relayed. Everyone has a role to play in conservation and protecting areas of the world that are at risk. Art, such as Enzo’s work, is a hugely effective way to communicate this message. It plays a crucial educational role, but it is also accessible and appealing.”
— Sir Ranulph Fiennes “Enzo Barracco’s feature of Antarctica is a timely reflection on the wider impact of the built environment on climate change. With the concept of global warming intangible to many, Enzo’s work helps to remind us that human activity has far-reaching consequences for the rest of the planet.”
— Royal Institute of British Architects, London
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Pier 25 at Hudson River Park, West Street, New York, United States
USD 195.00
