Guide to Culinary Care's 2023 Gourmand Gala, the Premier Chicago Event Supporting the Cancer Community
Get ready to be part of the excitement! 📈🎉 Secure your tickets now for the 2023 Gourmand Gala by Culinary Care – the premier Chicago event that supports cancer patients with nourishing meals.
This comprehensive guide has all your answers about the Gourmand Gala and how it brings together the best Chicago restaurants to enhance cancer care.
What is the Culinary Care Gourmand Gala?
Imagine an event where every bite you take contributes to a noble cause, where the finest chefs from the best restaurants in Chicago unite, and the city's most compassionate people all come together under one roof to make a profound impact.
The Gourmand Gala isn't just a typical night out; it's proof that collective efforts create a more substantial impact than anyone can achieve alone. By participating, you're expanding our outreach to more families grappling with cancer, providing them with essential, cancer-fighting sustenance.
Empowering cancer recoveries
For over a decade, Culinary Care has worked tirelessly to provide meals for patients diagnosed with cancer, alleviating their burdens and bringing nourishment and hope to their lives.
At the beginning of this year, we embarked on a mission to deliver 10,000 meals to patients fighting cancer in 2023 — a celebratory goal for our 10th anniversary.
This is ambitious as it marks an 80% increase over meals delivered in 2022.
But we know we can reach it because we aren't working alone.... in fact, we are elated to report that as of July 1st, we proudly crossed the 5,000-meal milestone, an achievement made possible by unwavering dedication from this community!
And, we stand ready to provide the next 5,000 meals to nourish cancer recoveries for decades to come. Your presence at the gala and support are pivotal to keeping this momentum going.
Okay, I'm in... give me all the details!
Who
500+ kind-hearted people who love making others smile
Where
The iconic Chicago Union Station, 225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606
When
Thursday, November 9, 2023
VIP Doors Open @ 6 PM CT | General Admission Doors Open @ 6:30 PM CT
Why
To reach more families with more cancer-fighting meals and prove that when we come together, we can make a bigger impact than any single person can do alone
A taste of what you can expect at the gala...
25+ Chefs from the best restaurants in Chicago
Top chefs will delight you with incredible, delicious dishes. (Scroll to see the Michelin-starred lineup!)
Casino tables and games
Casino tables are more fun when it’s for charity. Play the night away knowing you’re changing lives.
Music and entertainment
Last year we had a crooner, dueling pianos, + a magician. Come see what’s in store this year.
Secure your spot, choose from 2 ticket options
We are on a mission to fill 10,000 plates with cancer-fighting food and hearts with hope by the end of 2023. Your ticket purchase is a direct catalyst to help us reach this goal.
There are two ticket options available:
1. VIP tickets
VIP tickets are reserved for members of The Line. The Line is our community of monthly donors who understand that fighting cancer is an ongoing journey.
You get first-bite access, specialty cocktails, and other amazing perks to make you feel VIP!
>> Members of The Line: Click here for your complimentary upgrade to VIP and be sure to use the VIP access code you received via email.
>> Want VIP access? Not a member of the Line yet? Don't worry! Join our monthly giving community to unlock VIP access. By making a monthly contribution, you provide dependable support that ensures we're there for every treatment, empowers us to make a lasting impact, and brings sustained comfort to families in need. (After you join, look for an email with your VIP access code and next steps.)
With your ticket purchase, you are directly helping to bring more chef-made meals to patients fighting cancer so they can live longer and happier lives.
GA tickets grant you access to the chefs' tables, delicious food, and starter casino cash. (There is no reserved seating with GA tickets, but seating will be accessible throughout the venue.)
This event was SOLD OUT last year, so don’t delay.
Elevate your impact as a sponsor
For those seeking to elevate their impact, sponsorship offers an avenue to champion the cause and can help fuel Culinary Care's impactful work for the next decade. Your support doesn't just end with the event – it resonates throughout the lives of countless individuals. For more information, click here.
When you become a sponsor, VIP tickets are included in your package.
The menu is filled with Chicago's best restaurants
The culinary experience at the Gourmand Gala is going to be... chef's kiss! 🤌
Prepare to be delighted by a star-studded lineup:
Esmé
Galit
Gaijin
Sepia
LEYE
Bistro Monadnock
BLVD
Mercat a la Planxa,
Obélix
Formento’s
Duck Sel
Evette’s
Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab
Mordecai
S.K.Y., Apolonia
Porto
avec
Gene & Georgetti
Lilac Tiger (formerly Wazwan)
Cherry Circle Room
Pretty Cool Ice Cream
Soul & Smoke
... and more to come! Stay tuned!
Dress to impress
Attire is black tie optional.
Here are a few pictures from last year for inspiration… think Vegas glam / 007 ✨
Anticipate unforgettable fun
“The most fun I’ve had in a long time!”
"I still talk about the Gourmand Gala - incredible food, amazing company, and an all-around unforgettable night supporting cancer recoveries. I'm SO EXCITED for this year!!!"
“I’ve been to a lot of culinary events… this is the most I’ve eaten and the best food I’ve had.”
“I’ve met so many amazing people here - everyone is the nicest!”
"I had an absolute blast at the Gourmand Gala! It was like a foodie's paradise, surrounded by great people."
"The Gourmand Gala was beyond my expectations. Seriously, I haven't laughed and eaten that much in so long! But it's not just about the food – it's the whole experience that makes it unforgettable."
Check out last year’s video for a taste of the incredible experience waiting for you:
If you have any other questions, please email info@culinarycare.org. And make sure you get your tickets ASAP!
We can't wait to see you at the gala as we celebrate 10 years of Culinary Care and toast to the next 10+ years of unstoppable success! 🎉
