We are honored to feature Chef Jungsuk “Sue” Kim, owner and executive chef of The Magpie. A native of Seoul, Korea, Chef Sue developed her craft through years of study and hands-on experience across the Pacific Rim before opening The Magpie on San Antonio’s Eastside in 2020, followed by The Golden Goose in 2024. Known for a “freestyle” approach rooted in fresh, locally sourced ingredients, she was named Chef of the Year 2026 by CultureMap’s Tastemakers and is a 2026 James Beard Foundation semifinalist for Best Chef: Texas.
At the October 27 event, guests can gather on the Brown Foundation Sculpture Terrace for an elegant, family-style dinner, and enjoy meaningful connections with fellow museum members, patrons, and community leaders as we celebrate the creative exchange between the visual and culinary arts.
Artfully Served is more than an event. It’s a celebration of creativity, community, and the transformative power of art and food shared together.
Frequently Asked Questions
Artfully Served is a curated supper series at the McNay Art Museum that brings together exceptional chefs, art, and community. Each evening pairs a distinctive culinary experience with insights from McNay curators and the partner chef, creating an intimate and memorable night in support of the museum.
All suppers take place at the McNay, hosted in our galleries and throughout the museum’s beautiful campus. Guests dine surrounded by art, making each evening a truly immersive experience.
Each supper features a celebrated culinary partner. The inaugural evening highlights Chef Danny Parada, one of San Antonio’s first MICHELIN Star chefs. Additional chefs will be announced throughout the year.
Each dinner is intentionally limited in size to create a personal and engaging atmosphere, with meaningful access to the chef, McNay curators, and the culinary and visual arts.
Artfully Served is our signature fundraising experience. This series reflects an exciting evolution in how we gather our community—offering multiple, intimate evenings that deepen connection to art, hospitality, and philanthropy.
Yes. Guests are welcome to attend more than one evening, subject to availability.
Two of the three suppers each year will be available exclusively to Patron-level Members and above. We encourage those interested to consider joining or upgrading their membership to the Patron level or higher.
Proceeds from Artfully Served directly support the McNay’s mission: its exhibitions, education programs, and stewardship of the collection.
