The Other Side of the Family: Supporting Culinary Literacy @ The Mob Museum

Join chef, author, and culinary entertainer Alicia Shevetone, founder of Nice Nice Bite, the nation’s first nonprofit cookbook lending library, for a one-night culinary event inside the Historic Courtroom at The Mob Museum on November 5, 2025, from 7–9 p.m.

Enjoy impeccably prepared Northern Italian light bites, a hosted bar, and an intimate glimpse into a family’s journey — from the shadows of organized crime to a mission rooted in culinary literacy and heirloom preservation.

All proceeds benefit Nice Nice Bite’s mission to advance culinary literacy in underserved communities. Our menu:

White Truffle Polenta Croquette

Golden polenta ball, topped with a dollop of white truffle risotto, finished with minced chive

Fontina & Mortadella Pizzette

Mini pizzette with melted Fontina Val d’Aosta, mortadella rosette, crushed pistachio, and micro arugula

Piedmontese Beef Tartare Crostino

Hand-cut tartare, lemon aioli, pickled shallot, served on a crisp crostino

Bagna Cauda Shooter

Warm anchovy-garlic dip in an espresso cup with endive spear garnish

Truffled Porcini Arancini

Porcini risotto, truffle oil, parmesan crisp

Anchovy & Burrata Cannoli

Savory cannoli shell filled with whipped burrata, topped with lemon zest and a white anchovy curl

Gorgonzola Dolce & Fig Spoon

Gorgonzola mousse, poached fig, toasted pine nut, served on an amuse spoon

Ticket options:

General Admission – $85

Enjoy an unforgettable evening that includes: Access to The Other Side of the Family culinary experience; chef-curated Northern Italian bites inspired by Chef Alicia's favorite family receipes; hosted bar; admission to The Mob Museum during event hours (7–9 p.m.).

Extended VIP Experience – $125

All General Admission benefits, plus: Storytelling and Q&A with Chef Alicia Shevetone in the Historic Courtroom Lobby at 9p.m.; exclusive, private access to The Mob Museum after hours (9–10 p.m.); a signed copy Chef Alicia’s cookbook, Italian Cookbook forTwo — personally inscribed to you or a recipient of your choice.

Your ticket supports more than a memorable night — it helps us build the foundation for lasting impact. Proceeds cover event costs and fuel our growth, allowing us to invest in infrastructure, compensate our team, and expand our cookbook inventory as we launch new branches nationwide.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Mob Museum, 300 Stewart Avenue, Las Vegas, United States