[ Dr. Lecter has always been well known for his dinner parties, and though they're infrequent and seemingly almost random, they're always the talk of high society. Though many Qreshi and Leithians alike prefer to have their food cooked for them, Hannibal's primary hobby is cooking and throwing lavish dinner parties to go with them. They're exclusive, being invite-only for his closest friends and associates, and so the chance to have a seat at his table is a rare treat. And today, the cost is only a (rather substantial) donation to a benefit fund for hunger relief for the Quad.

Though naturally, that's exactly why he's so tickled to throw it at all.

If you have a seat at the table, you'll be treated to a decadent meal with perfect hokk pairings for each course, since Dr. Lecter has excellent taste. The table is laid out in a beautiful display of fine food, and Hannibal stands once everyone is settled to raise his own glass with an easy smile. ]

Thank you for joining me this evening. It's because of your generous donations that we can be here tonight. These donations will go to benefit the hungry, and of course, there is little better way to raise money for it than to sate our own hunger.

[ His smile twists wryly at the last part, since he's well aware that there's some cruel irony in that, but it's certainly part of why he enjoys it. ]

Our meal tonight is decadent, with the star main course being a full, elegantly cooked rack of beef ribs that are displayed quite beautifully. And as always, I hope we do not have any vegetarians at the table, since it would be a shame to have the freshness of the meat wasted.

[ He takes a seat again, takes a sip of his drink, then nods to the table. ]

Please, enjoy the meal.

[ ooc: this prompt is semi-ota because it requires a fairly substantial donation to get a seat, but if your character would be willing to pay, then go for it! I won't be policing the details of the how, but just join in and engage Hannibal or anyone else at the table in dinner talk.

Also, this is definitely people. Because of course it is. ]

[ Of course, if you can't afford the more exclusive dinner party, Hannibal isn't one to deny anyone an evening of entertainment. Later in the week, there's a much more open affair at the Lecter estate. While it still requires a donation (unless you're a close friend of Hannibal or Will), it's much more modest, and would be open to even a well-off Westie if they had the ability and want to go. While not as lavish as the dinner party, there's at least still Lecter hospitality in the form of hokk and hors d'oeuvres (and not people in this case) for anyone to sample and enjoy.

Hannibal will be playing host throughout the night, which means if you do decide to attend, you're likely to run into Hannibal at some point. He makes a point to try and greet everyone, after all. ]

Thank you for coming. I hope that you're enjoying your evening.

[ The usual! If you want to thread with Hannibal, but neither of these prompts work, hit me up! We can always figure out a custom prompt. ]