The Artisan Project

“We saved a seat for you at our table.” -N.T.

S5E1: Empiricism

Empiricism- Sensory experience as the sole source of truth. Come and discuss what we can know through our senses and what we choose to believe. Each night features a 6-course tasting menu inspired by The Polar Express.

S5E2: Realism

Realism- Presents reality without imaginative idealization. Join us as we explore the nature of reality and whether the world we experience reflects reality as it truly is. Each night features a 6-course tasting menu inspired by The Truman Show.

S5E3: Rationalism

Rationalism- Reason above all personal expression or experience. Join us as we discuss the power of reason and whether truth is best discovered through logic or personal experience. Each night features a 6-course tasting menu inspired by The Great Gatsby.

S5E4: Positivism

Positivism- Knowledge driven from scenery data. Join us as we explore whether observable evidence and scientific data are enough to explain the world around us. Each night features a 6-course tasting menu inspired by Big Hero 6.

S5E5: Naturalism

Naturalism- Reality is based on natural causes and laws of nature. Join us as we examine how natural laws shape our understanding of reality, humanity, and the world we inhabit. Each night features a 6-course tasting menu inspired by Jurassic Park

S5E6: Materialism

Materialism- all of consciousness can be explained through matter, and physical law. Join us as we discuss whether consciousness and human experience can be explained entirely through physical matter and natural laws. Each night features a 6-course tasting menu inspired by Spirited Away.

S5E7: Show Case

At this social dinner event we want to hear from our community. Share a presentation about your art, craft, or knowledge with the group of strangers! Or just come and learn! Each night features a 6-course tasting menu inspired by one item from season 5.