New York’s Staten Island. This week’s Staten Island’s Best Dressed features images of Shaw-na Dixon, the renowned chef and proprietor of Shaw-na’s House, Stapleton, who is still making waves in the culinary industry after being listed among the top 50 restaurants in the U.S. for 2024 by the New York Times, solidifying Staten Island’s place on the national culinary map.
Dixon recently appeared on the TODAY show’s annual Throwback Thanksgiving Special with 21 other internationally renowned chefs, sharing her Thanksgiving recipes and advice. Her appearance next to Martha Stewart, the renowned lifestyle expert, added even more significance to the event.
While they were together, Dixon talked about some of her incredible achievements, such as the fact that Shaw-na’s House is the first restaurant in Staten Island history to be awarded two stars by the Times. She also prepared her signature Thanksgiving dishes, roasted acorn squash with mashed parsnips, which were a hit with the crowd.
Dixon, a Staten Island Advance Community Giant, stated that Martha was quite impressed.We hope she visits Shaw-na’s House so she can see it for herself. Hopefully, we will have the opportunity to serve the Queen of Lifestyle in Stapleton, USA!
A week prior, Dixon assisted Virgil’s Real BBQ, the renowned, genuine Southern barbecue located in the center of Times Square, in commemorating 30 years of providing smokey, savory food since its 1994 launch.
Following the ceremonial ribbon cutting in the morning, Virgil pitmasters presented daily Virgil’s BBQ dishes and Southern specialties, such as crispy fried catfish and exquisite smoked Tomahawk steaks, at a private dinner event in the evening.
In addition to announcing their new menu, which includes specialties from Tennessee, Kentucky, Texas, the Carolinas, and Missouri, Virgil’s also celebrated the milestone by partnering with Dixon, whose specialty is savage fries topped with braised oxtail, four cheese mac and cheese, and collard greens.
This year has been incredibly fruitful, and my perseverance and hard work have given me the chance of a lifetime to share love through collaboration, education, learning, and personal development, Dixon continued. I am extremely grateful to the families of Virgil and Carmine for welcoming me and letting me use my soul food gift on their menu.
Being a part of their 30-year celebration is an honor since we have not only built incredible history but are also constructing for the future. This was one of the best parts of my incredibly successful year, and I will always remember this chance because it has transformed my life and given me new opportunities. With a sprinkle of love from Shaw-na’s House, I wish them luck.
Additionally, Dixon’s dishes will help The Lotus Bridge, a Staten Island-based organization that delivers training on sustainable urban farming and pantry meals to people in need, through the end of the year.
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Virgil’s BBQ 30th Anniversary Dinner in Times Square on November 19 featured new menu items, such as Shaw-nae Dixon’s “savage fries,” which are topped with braised oxtail, four cheese mac & cheese, and collard greens. Jay Wright, left, and Jason Dixon enjoy the meal. (Dr. Gracelyn Santos/Staten Island Advance)(Dr. Gracelyn Santos/Staten Island Advance)
Visitors take in the new menu items, such as Shaw-nae Dixon’s “savage fries,” which are topped with braised oxtail, four cheese mac and cheese, and collard greens, during Virgil’s BBQ 30th Anniversary Dinner in Times Square on November 19. According to Dr. Gracelyn Santos and the Staten Island Advance,
Virgil’s BBQ 30th Anniversary Dinner in Times Square on November 19 offered new menu items, such as Shaw-nae Dixon’s “savage fries,” which are topped with braised oxtail, four cheese mac & cheese, and collard greens. Jonah Dixon, left, Savannah Rivera, Inara McCombs, and McKenzee Rivera enjoyed the meal. (Dr. Gracelyn Santos/Staten Island Advance)(Dr. Gracelyn Santos/Staten Island Advance)
Shaw-nae Dixon’s “savage fries,” topped with braised oxtail, four cheese mac and cheese, and collard greens, were among the new menu items at Virgil’s BBQ 30th Anniversary Dinner in Times Square on November 19. Jason Dixon, foreground, and guests enjoyed the meal. (Dr. Gracelyn Santos/Staten Island Advance)(Dr. Gracelyn Santos/Staten Island Advance)
Visitors take in the new menu items, such as Shaw-nae Dixon’s “savage fries,” which are topped with braised oxtail, four cheese mac and cheese, and collard greens, during Virgil’s BBQ 30th Anniversary Dinner in Times Square on November 19. According to Dr. Gracelyn Santos and the Staten Island Advance,
Virgil’s BBQ 30th Anniversary Dinner in Times Square on November 19 featured new menu items, such as Shaw-nae Dixon’s “savage fries,” which are topped with braised oxtail, four cheese mac and cheese, and collard greens. Steven Hall, left, Shaw-nae Dixon, and Chef Glenn Rolick (Director of Culinary Operations, Alicart Restaurant Group) enjoy the meal. According to Dr. Gracelyn Santos and the Staten Island Advance,
A view of the Nov. 19 Virgil’s BBQ 30th Anniversary Dinner in Times Square, which included new dishes such Shaw-nae Dixon’s “savage fries,” topped with collard greens, four cheese mac & cheese, and braised oxtail. (Dr. Gracelyn Santos/Staten Island Advance)(Dr. Gracelyn Santos/Staten Island Advance)
On November 19, Shaw-nae Dixon and NyQuan McCombs celebrated the 30th anniversary of Virgil’s BBQ in Times Square. The event included new dishes, such as Shaw-nae Dixon’s “savage fries,” which are topped with collard greens, braised oxtail, and four cheese mac & cheese. According to Dr. Gracelyn Santos and the Staten Island Advance,
For their 30th anniversary, Shaw-nae Dixon has teamed up with Virgil’s BBQ in Manhattan. (Dr. Gracelyn Santos/Staten Island Advance)(Dr. Gracelyn Santos/Staten Island Advance)
On November 19, Lakiesha McCombs takes in Virgil’s BBQ 30th Anniversary Dinner in Times Square. According to Dr. Gracelyn Santos and the Staten Island Advance,
Chef Glenn Rolick, standing, with his guest and Fox 5 NY producer Moses Massena. Dr. Gracelyn Santos/Staten Island Advance (Staten Island Advance)
Following celebrity chef Shaw-nae Dixon at Virgil’s BBQ 30th Anniversary Dinner in Times Square on November 19, columnist Dr. Gracelyn Santos, left, and Charista Mroczek are shown. (Dr. Gracelyn Santos/Staten Island Advance)(Dr. Gracelyn Santos/Staten Island Advance)
Recently, Chef Shaw-nae Dixon appeared on the TODAY show on NBC’s annual Throwback Thanksgiving Special, which featured 21 other notable chefs from around the world. (Source: Staten Island Advance/Dr. Gracelyn Santos; courtesy of Shaw-nae Dixon)
On November 19, Shaw-nae Dixon, center, attended the 30th anniversary celebration at Virgil’s BBQ in Times Square. (Dr. Gracelyn Santos/Staten Island Advance)(Dr. Gracelyn Santos/Staten Island Advance)
The menu for Times Square’s Virgil’s BBQ 30th Anniversary celebration on November 19. (Dr. Gracelyn Santos/Staten Island Advance)Advance of Staten Island/Dr. Gracelyn Santos
Recently, Chef Shaw-nae Dixon appeared on the TODAY show on NBC’s annual Throwback Thanksgiving Special with Martha Stewart, the renowned lifestyle expert, along with 21 other celebrated chefs from around the world. (Photo credit: Shaw-nae Dixon)Thanks to Shaw-nae Dixon
Shaw-nae Dixon, along with 21 other internationally recognized chefs, was recently featured on the NBC TODAY show’s annual Throwback Thanksgiving Special, which was hosted by weather anchor Al Roker. (Photo credit: Shaw-nae Dixon)Thanks to Shaw-nae Dixon
The TODAY show on NBC, which features weather presenter Al Roker and the renowned lifestyle expert Martha Stewart, recently featured Chef Shaw-nae Dixon along with 21 other celebrated chefs from across the world in their annual Throwback Thanksgiving Special. (Photo credit: Shaw-nae Dixon)Thanks to Shaw-nae Dixon
Celebrity chef Daniel Boulud is in the foreground of this photo, which shows Chef Shaw-nae Dixon alongside 21 other internationally renowned chefs in the annual Throwback Thanksgiving Special on the TODAY show on NBC. (Photo credit: Shaw-nae Dixon)Thanks to Shaw-nae Dixon
As seen below, with host Craig Melvin second from left and renowned chef Daniel Boulud far right, Chef Shaw-nae Dixon was recently featured alongside 21 other celebrated chefs from across the world in the annual Throwback Thanksgiving Special on the TODAY show on NBC. (Photo credit: Shaw-nae Dixon)Thanks to Shaw-nae Dixon
Recently, Chef Shaw-nae Dixon appeared on the TODAY show on NBC’s annual Throwback Thanksgiving Special, which featured 21 other notable chefs from around the world. (Photo credit: Shaw-nae Dixon)Thanks to Shaw-nae Dixon
Recently, chef Shaw-nae Dixon, center, appeared on the TODAY show on NBC’s annual Throwback Thanksgiving Special with 21 other celebrated chefs from around the world. (Photo credit: Shaw-nae Dixon)Thanks to Shaw-nae Dixon
Recently, Chef Shaw-nae Dixon appeared on the TODAY show on NBC’s annual Throwback Thanksgiving Special, which featured 21 other notable chefs from around the world. (Photo credit: Shaw-nae Dixon)Thanks to Shaw-nae Dixon
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