American Airlines
Taste the City Series: First Stop, New York
See New York the way local chefs do – through bold dishes, neighborhood secrets, and the stories behind every bite.
More...The Experience
As an American Airlines AAdvantage® Mastercard® credit cardmember, you're invited to Taste the City: New York, a complimentary virtual culinary experience that celebrates the city through the eyes of a local chef.
Join us for a dynamic live cooking session with Chef Ayesha Nurdjaja, a celebrated New York chef, visionary leader, and driving force in the culinary world. Chef Ayesha will guide you step-by-step through 1–2 of her signature dishes, sharing personal stories, techniques, and inspirations that shaped her craft.
Along the way, you'll get insider recommendations for Chef Ayesha's favorite restaurants, neighborhood markets, and hidden gems — offering an intimate look at the flavors and communities that define New York's vibrant food culture, all from the comfort of your own kitchen. This interactive experience invites you to cook along, ask questions, and discover the people and places influencing American food culture today.
You'll receive detailed instructions and a supplies list in advance so you can easily gather ingredients. No additional purchase is required to participate. Iust bring your curiosity and love for New York as we explore the city one bite at a time!
As valued American Airlines AAdvantage® Mastercard® credit cardmember, you will receive complimentary access to this virtual experience.
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Details
- Exclusive to American Airlines AAdvantage® Mastercard® credit cardmembers
- Cardholders will receive complimentary access to the virtual experience
- When: Wednesday, February 11, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET
- Guests will receive an email with event details 3-5 days prior to the event from MastercardExperience@octagon.com
- By clicking "Add to cart", you agree to all our Terms of Use and Terms & Conditions
- Limited to 1 per person, subject to possessing a valid email
Fine Print
- This experience is non-refundable upon purchase, unless otherwise noted
- This experience is only available for purchase with miles
- Please note, each attendee will be responsible for purchasing their own food products. You will receive a shopping list and the presented recipe card at least 5-7 days prior to the virtual event.

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