Guide to Culinary Care's 2024 Gourmand Gala, the Premier Chicago Event Supporting the Cancer Community
The Culinary Care Gourmand Gala is back and more magical than ever! We can’t wait for you to join us on November 14 at Chicago Union Station!
Last year, we raised $230k for families navigating cancer at the Gala – making it our most successful Gala of the decade! That’s 230 more families who didn’t go hungry during chemo treatment, had one less thing to worry about, and got to spend more time with their loved ones. This community showed up when it truly mattered, and your generosity gives us so much hope for the future. We can’t wait to do it all over again together this year!
As we get excited to gather for a night to share the magic of a meal, here's everything you need to know about the 2024 Gourmand Gala.
A taste of what you can expect
30+ chef stations
Think of your ticket as an all-access pass to a 30-course tasting menu, with 30+ chef stations cooking up magic.
To help us celebrate the magic of an incredible meal, we’ve rounded up Chicago’s top chefs and mixologists.
Lemon (cocktails)
Lilac Tiger ~ Zubair Mohajir
Little Victories (cocktails)
Lost Larson ~ Bobby Schaffer
Mama Delia ~ Marcus Campos & Shannah Primiano
Mi Tocaya Antojería ~ Diana Davila
Nettare ~ John Dahlstrom
The Oakville Grill & Cellar ~ Max Robbins
Obélix ~ Oliver Poilevey
Pour Souls (cocktails)
Pretty Cool Ice Cream ~ Dana Cree
Reunion ~ Art Smith
Santo Chorizo & Santa Masa Tamaleria ~ Daniel Espinoza & Jhonna Ruiz
Sifr - Sahil Sethi
Soul & Smoke ~ D'Andre Carter
Spilt Milk (cocktails)
Sushi-San ~ Kaze Chan
Antique Taco ~ Rick Ortiz
avec ~ Dylan Patel
Beity - Ryan Fakih
Bittersweet Pastry ~ Esther Griego
Bronzeville Winery ~ Lamar Moore
Bistro Monadnock - Johnny Besch
Crafthouse Cocktails ~ Charles Joly (cocktails)
Daisies ~ Leigh Omilinsky
The Dearborn ~ Aaron Cuschieri
Duck Sel ~ Donald Young
Ema ~ CJ Jacobson
Evette’s ~ Mitchell Jamra
Formento's ~ Jeff Lutzlow
Frontier, Ina Mae, Migos Fine Foods ~ Brian Jupiter
Gaijin ~ Paul Virant
Galit ~ Zachary Engel
Hubbard Inn ~ Jorge Hernandez
Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab ~ Justin Diglia
Casino tables and games
Try your luck at our array of casino tables and be part of something meaningful. Every chip matters!
Live magic show
As the final act of our evening program, a magician will perform a magical illusion and will also be available for tableside magic in our reserved VIP section. (Pull up a seat and secure VIP seating >> here!)
Still need tickets? Get yours before they’re gone!
Tickets
The Gala has sold out the past two years. Tickets are selling fast for 2024, so don’t roll the dice and miss your chance to be part of the community that’s redefining cancer care!
>> Purchase Your Tickets Today!
*If you're a patient or a member of The Line, please use the discount code that was emailed to you.
Elevate your experience at a table
We still have a few exclusive seats and tables available! You'll receive fast-pass entry, reserved seating, private tableside magic, and access to the members-only Magic Parlor. And the best part? By hosting a table, you play a bigger role in helping to make nourishment part of everyone’s cancer care in our lifetime.
Dress to impress
Attire is black tie optional. Here are a few photos from last year for inspiration… think Magical glam ✨ Tuxedoes or suits for men. Glamorous evening attire for women.
The details
Quickly and easily add the event details to your calendar >> here!
Date
Thursday, November 14th
Time
Doors open @ 6 PM CT
Location & suggested transportation
Chicago Union Station: 500 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60661 (this is the event entrance). There is no valet service. We recommend using ride-sharing services due to construction in the area.
We can’t wait to see you at the Gourmand Gala as we celebrate 11 years of incredible generosity from this amazing community!
