a night with noisette | december 19th, 2023
A Night with Noisette
Indulge in a grand feast at the height of the holidays as Beckon hosts Chefs Tim and Lillian Lu for a truly special Night with Noisette. The fifth and final chapter of our Five Nights anniversary celebration reunites Chef Duncan and Chef Tim in the Beckon kitchen, leaving nothing to desire, with a menu of show-stopping ingredients and luxurious French preparations. This over the top performance can only be matched by the expertise of Chef Lillian and her to-die-for desserts and pastry. To further heighten the experience, selections of classic French wines will be offered as an additional option.
ABOUT LILLIAN AND TIM LU
Tim Lu
Having been awarded a Le Grande Diplome from the French Culinary Institute (now known as the International Culinary Center) in 2008, Chef Tim is motivated by the adrenaline rush and the camaraderie of cooking in a restaurant kitchen.
With 18 years of experience, Chef Lu has worked every role in the kitchen, from prep cook to chef de cuisine, for distinguished, fine-dining restaurants in New York City such as Nobu57, Ai Fiori, Costata, and Le Coucou. As a chef de partie at Ai Fiori, Chef Tim played an integral role in helping the restaurant receive three NYTimes stars and one Michelin Star their first year, prior to being promoted to sous chef the following year.
During his tenure as executive sous chef of Le Coucou, the restaurant received three NYTimes stars, the James Beard Best New Restaurant award, one Michelin Star, and inclusion on the World’s 50 Best list. He most recently worked as sous chef at Beckon in Denver, Colorado where he helped open and establish their well-respected reputation in and outside of the city.
Lillian Lu
With over 13 years of experience, Lillian Lu’s career spans across the industry with an emphasis on craft, precision and problem solving. Chef Lillian received her undergraduate degree from Barnard College in New York City and attended the French Culinary Institute (now known as the International Culinary Center) where she honed her classic French technique.
Before moving to Denver in 2018, Lu worked as a pastry and sous chef at Michelin-star restaurants including Daniel, Aquavit, and Ai Fiori as well as Vaucluse, Le Coucou and Scampi.
In her role as pastry chef, Lu curates a wide ranging, rotating menu of classic French staples and pastries, both savory and sweet. She prides herself on meticulous technique and the ability to create a consistent product made of the highest quality ingredients.
As co-owner of Noisette with husband, Tim, Chef Lillian ensures that all guests are provided with an exceptional and memorable experience. Whether it be the bakery-by-day or restaurant-by-night, she oversees the ambiance of the restaurant, from architectural design to music, artwork, tableware, and lighting.
Noisette
In 2022, Chef Tim and Chef Lillian, opened Noisette, a French restaurant in the lower highlands neighborhood. As an executive chef, Tim places a strong emphasis on curating the entire dining experience, from designing a seasonal menu to ensuring seamless guest service.
Chef Lillian ensures that all guests are provided with an exceptional and memorable experience. Whether it be the bakery-by-day or restaurant-by-night, she oversees the ambiance of the restaurant, from architectural design to music, artwork, tableware, and lighting.