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.
Last year’s Top Chef Winner, Brandon Bailey with Terrie Lobb Catering | Screenshot via 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 the button below. You can also vote for your favorite chef here.