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The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill 5 Course Dinner: Speakeasy Series
Join Carolyn’s Kitchen for A five-course meal inspired by The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill. I will reflect the album’s themes of love, growth, nostalgia, and self-discovery. Each dish is tied to a song, evoking emotions and cultural influences from Lauryn’s blend of hip-hop, soul, reggae, and neo-soul.
The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill: A Five-Course Culinary Experience
1. Amuse-Bouche | “Lost Ones”
“You might win some, but you just lost one.”
A spicy jerk shrimp skewer with a mango-habanero glaze—bold, fiery, and unapologetic, like Lauryn’s message in this track. Our tone will be set with Caribbean influences, paying homage to her Haitian heritage and reggae inspirations.
2. Appetizer | “Ex-Factor”
“Tell me who I have to be to get some reciprocity?”
A delicate tomato, French bread and burrata salad with balsamic reduction, symbolizing the bittersweet nature of love. The deep red tomatoes represent heartbreak and passion, while the creamy burrata offers comfort—The bread offers substance much like Lauryn’s raw vulnerability in this song.
3. Entrée | “Doo Wop (That Thing)”
“How you gon’ win when you ain’t right within?”
A soulful plate of hot Southern-fried chicken with sweet potato purée and collard greens. The dish balances heat and sweetness, reflecting the song’s mix of tough love and encouragement for self-worth.
4. Dessert | “Nothing Even Matters”
“These buildings could drift out to sea—some natural catastrophe. Still, there’s no place I’d rather be.”
A luxurious dark chocolate lava cake with strawberry coulis, embodying the deep, rich, and sensual tone of this love song. The molten center represents pure, overflowing emotion.
5. Digestif | “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill”
“Deep in my heart, the answer it was in me.”
A chai-infused honey and ginger tea with a splash of aged rum, signifying warmth, wisdom, and introspection. Like the title track, this drink is soothing and reflective, leaving a lingering impact long after the last sip.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
4850 S Drexel Blvd, 4850 South Drexel Boulevard, Chicago, United States
USD 87.21
