Superchef and Sullivan University take fine dining to the next level

The Black Truffle Pop-Up combines soul food and Italian food into a high-end dining experience to highlight alumni and inspire aspiring chefs

(Louisville, Ky) Darnell ‘Superchef’ Ferguson and Sullivan University’s College of Hospitality Studies announce The Black Truffle Pop-Up, an exclusive high-end culinary experience on Saturday, November 8th, at Winston’s Restaurant located on Sullivan’s campus at 3101 Bardstown Rd. 

This fine dining experience will give guests a five-course tasting where Italy and Southern cuisine meet.  There will be two sessions with the doors opening at 4:30 pm for the first and the second session doors opening at 8:30 pm. 

  • Session one: Doors open at 4:30 pm with dinner beginning at 5:00 pm
  • Session two: Doors open a 8:30 pm with dinner beginning at 9:00 pm

Ferguson, a graduate of Sullivan, now a celebrity chef, host, author, and television personality wanted to give back to the university while inspiring current culinary students.  Ferguson says, “I have been working on this idea, and I presented it to the university because I knew

this would be a great partnership to showcase alumni and current students. We have a lot of talented chefs in this area, and I believe that The Black Truffle Pop-Up will give you the ultimate fine dining experience and I hope you come out and support. I hope this will turn into a series giving us even more opportunities to showcase our culinary skills.”  Ferguson also adds ‘the talented chefs I have assembled embodies the exceptional skill and creativity that Sullivan students receive when attending the university.”

The pop-up will feature alumni chefs which includes Jackie Jospeh, a Louisville-based pastry chef and Winner of Best Baker in America.

The university also believes that this is an important initiative that will generate interest in the hospitality field. “We’re honored to have Chef Darnell Ferguson return to Sullivan University for the Black Truffle Pop-Up,” said Carrie Bailey, Marketing Director at Sullivan University. “His creativity, leadership, and commitment to mentoring the next generation of culinary professionals embody the spirit of our College of Hospitality Studies. This event is not only a celebration of his success, but also a powerful example of how our alumni continue to inspire and elevate the culinary community.”

Tickets are $125 per person. To reserve your seat at The Black Truffle Pop-Up got to

https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C0B45A4A82CA7FBC25-59691101-black

To setup an interview with Darnell ‘Superchef’ Ferguson and/or a member of the Sullivan University team, please contact VIPP Communications at info@vippcommunications.com. 

Media note: If you plan to cover the November 8th event, you need to RSVP by contacting Carrie Bailey, Marketing Director for Sullivan University at cdbailey@sullivan.edu or (502) 413-8536. 

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It’s the return of ‘Superchef’

POPUP RESTAURANT FOR ONE WEEKEND ONLY IN INDIANA

Louisville, Ky- September 10, 2025 — Due to high demand the ‘Superchef’ team will bring back your favorite entrees to you in a popup restaurant.  Save the dates of September 19th through the 21st at the Platform, located at 145 East Main Street in downtown New Albany. The popup will run from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. 

You will need to make a reservation to dine in and enjoy some of ‘Superchefs’ signature menu items.  If you do not have a reservation, you can come in and order takeout. No seating will be available. It will be takeout only.

Darnell ‘Superchef’ Ferguson says, “We have been getting a lot of inquiries wanting to know when we were returning to Kentuckiana.  I thought this popup was an effective way to serve our faithful patrons and gain a few new friends.  I am excited to be in New Albany.  It is a convenient location and easy to drive for residents in both Indiana and Kentucky.  I am excited to create some memories and serve great food.”

The food will be just like you experienced at their restaurants but only in a popup format.  We cannot wait to see you in New Albany. 

Reservations first come, first sold until completely booked. 

To secure your reservation go to SC POP-Up: Superchefs Pop-Up.

Please announce and/or post on your community calendars.  If you would like to setup an interview with Darnell ‘Superchef’ Ferguson about the popup restaurant, please contact VIPP Communications at info@vippcommunications.com or by calling 502-341-7306. 

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