An immersive eight-course tasting experience featuring four amuse-bouches, bread service, and mignardises.

Featured Participants

Host and Owner
Dylan Trotter
James Beard Award Winner® 
Charlie Trotter’s
Chicago, IL

Chef/Founder
David Breeden
Guest Driven Hospitality
Nashville, TN

Executive Chef/Culinary Director
Freddy Money
Atlas and The Garden Room
Atlanta, GA

Pastry Chefs
James Beard Award Nominees
Carolyn Nugent and Alen Ramos
James Beard Award Semifinalist®
Poulette Bakeshop
Parker, CO

Executive Chef
Trevor Teich
Astor Club
Chicago, IL

Master Sommelier
Serafin Alvarado
Chicago, IL

Mixologist and Founder/CEO
Ryan Castelaz
James Beard Award Nominee®
Agency
Milwaukee, WI

Join us at Charlie Trotter’s for a one-night-only celebration bringing together an exceptional group of chefs whose careers have shaped some of the world’s most influential kitchens. Set within the iconic Charlie Trotter’s restaurant, guests will enjoy an extraordinary eight-course tasting experience featuring remarkable culinary talent, thoughtful beverage pairings, and a few surprises along the way—all in celebration of hospitality, craftsmanship, and the spirit of community that brings people together around the table.

Charlie Trotter’s Guest Chef Series Vol. 14: Honoring James Beard is part of the Friends of James Beard Benefit® series; events hosted by generous people, businesses, and organizations outside of JBF that provide critical funding for our programs. Each event supports our mission to champion a standard of Good Food for Good® anchored in talent, equity, and sustainability.