Tonight, Top Chef of Polk County is back.
The event, originally scheduled for April, takes place from 6-9 p.m. at participating chefs’ restaurants with an audience of 25 attendees at each spot. Proceeds from the event will benefit children with special needs in our county via Polk’s Achievement Academy .
Ready to nosh? Here’s what you can expect:
😋 Bite into a 3-course meal from your favorite chefs featuring their popular dishes
😋 Swirl, sip, and salud with friends while enjoying the evening’s perfect pairings
😋 Barter online during the silent auction while you sample
😋 Cheer on your favorite chef as one will be awarded the “Top Chef of Polk County”, “Top Philanthropic Chef” and “Top Philanthropic Community Leader”
This year’s chefs include
:
- Chef Richard Hoert, Terrie Lobb Catering, Inc.
- Chef Lucy Cortes-Castaneda, Red Door Lakeland
- Chef Tina Calhoon, Frescos Southern Kitchen & Bar
- Chef Brandon Bailey, The Back Nine
- Chef Casey Ryan, 1916 Irish Pub
- Chef Abigale Weech-Starkey, The Chop Shop
- Chef Scott Greenlee, Patio850
- Chef Gene Gelb, Publix Aprons Catering & Cooking School
- Chef Jason Boniface, Cob & Pen
- Chef Josh Lawley, Craft + Kitchen
If you aren’t able to attend tonight, you can still participate in the silent auction, which will close at 8:30 p.m. To partake, click here
. You can also vote for your favorite chef here
.