Event Details

In one night, you can help turn the table on cancer, one meal & one meaningful connection at a time.

THURSDAY, NOV 9 | UNION STATION, CHICAGO

VIP Doors Open @ 6 PM | General Admission Doors Open @ 6:30 PM | Black tie optional

The event is sold out and we will not be selling tickets at the door.

TICKETS & TABLES

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What’s on the menu?

Getting There: Event Entrance - 550 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL, 60611

Parking: We highly encourage ride-sharing, as we do not have valet. However, there are several underground and above-ground public parking facilities within two blocks of the station:

333 S. Clinton St. (320 S. Canal Building) - self-park 24 hours - pre-pay for parking here online: https://parking.com/chicago/lot/320-s-canal

565 Quincy St. (550 W. Jackson Building) – valet service weekday only, 6 a.m.-10 p.m.

113 S. Clinton St. (525 W. Monroe Building) – self-park, 24 hours

500 W. Monroe St. – self-park, 24 hours

Event Agenda:

6 PM - Early access doors open for VIPs to dine at 25 chefs' tasting tables & enjoy the open bar

6:30 PM - Doors open for General Admission to dine & drink

7:15 PM - Welcome & evening program commences, bars temporarily close

7:30 PM - Bars reopen and casino tables open

9:30 PM - Raffle winner announcement, silent auction closes, final drink call

10 PM - Main event concludes

*Event program is subject to change.

We’re lucky to have you in our community

Luck is great when you’re at a casino table, but it shouldn’t have anything to do with your chances of surviving cancer.

We know that nourishing meals foster community, ignite hope, and restore appetite — essential ingredients everyone needs to fight cancer. With your help, we’ll be able to reach more families with more meals and prove that when we come together, we can make a bigger impact than any single person can do alone.

“The most fun I’ve had in a long time!”
“I’ve been to a lot of fundraisers & have never eaten so much food. You’ve truly gathered the best in the city.”
“This was the night I needed after a long two years!”
“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."
"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!!!"

The Chef lineup & Golden Ticket

*Spot a restaurant with the coveted ✨GOLDEN TICKET✨ badge? Lock in your reservations for these highly sought-after dining spots on the designated date, and you could win a pair of VIP Golden Tickets to the Gourmand Gala! (Plus, keep checking back as we continue to add more restaurants to the list.)

P.S. If you'd rather not leave it to chance, purchase your ticket directly here!

Esmé, Jenner Tomaska

Galit, Zach Engel

Kasama, Genie Kwon (✨GOLDEN TICKET✨ Date coming soon!*)

Gaijin, Paul Virant

Sepia, Andrew Zimmerman

LEYE, Max Robbins

BLVD, Hunter Moore

Mercat a la Planxa, Gee Cuyugan and David Murphy (✨GOLDEN TICKET✨ Wednesday, September 27*)

Obélix, Oliver Poilevey

Porto, Marcos Campos

Miru, Hisanobu Osaka

Formento’s (✨GOLDEN TICKET✨ Thursday, September 28*)

Duck Sel, Don Young (✨GOLDEN TICKET✨ Friday, September 29 — sold out pop up event*)

Evette’s, Mitchell Jamra (✨GOLDEN TICKET✨ Tuesday, October 3*)

Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab, Justin Diglia (✨GOLDEN TICKET✨ Wednesday, October 4*)

Mordecai (✨GOLDEN TICKET✨ Thursday, October 5*)

S.K.Y., Apolonia, Valhalla, Stephen Gillanders

The Dearborn, Aaron Cuschieri

avec, Dylan Patel (✨GOLDEN TICKET✨ Friday, October 6*)

Gene & Georgetti, Alex Salazar (✨GOLDEN TICKET✨ Saturday, October 7*)

Lilac Tiger (formerly Wazwan), Zubai Mohajir (✨GOLDEN TICKET✨ Saturday, October 7*)

Cherry Circle Room, Mari Katsumura

Pretty Cool Ice Cream, Dana Cree Salls (✨GOLDEN TICKET✨ Sunday, October 8*)

Soul & Smoke, D’Andre Carter (✨GOLDEN TICKET✨ Week of October 10*)

The event is sold out and we will not be selling tickets at the door.

For kind-hearted people who want to go above & beyond the status quo & help change lives all year.

I WANT TO BE A VIP

Join The Line, our monthly giving community, and you’ll get VIP access to the event. This means early access to indulge in delicious dishes and the open bar, special recognition, starter casino chips, the opportunity to change someone’s life all year, and more!
Join our monthly giving community, The Line, and you’ll receive an exclusive code via email, granting you discounted VIP access.

For individuals looking to experience an incredible evening out or rally a group together.

BUY TICKETS & TABLES

General Admission tickets give you access to chef stations, open bar, complimentary starter casino chips, and an evening surrounded by a community that cares.
VIP tables give you all of the above, plus reserved seating.
Click the “I’M IN!” button to purchase your General Admission tickets or VIP tables.
If you prefer to purchase your table via check or ACH, click here instead.

For individuals and companies committed to making a significant impact on cancer recoveries.

I WANT TO BE A CATALYST FOR IMPACT

The chance to propel our mission forward while inspiring generosity.
For brands: We’ll work with you to create meaningful engagements within our community that elevate your brand.
For individuals: We will work with you to make the most meaningful experience for you and your guests.
Learn more.
Complete our sponsorship form and someone from our team will reach out to develop your meaningful engagement strategy.