220 East Supper
Adobo Grill
Atwood Cafe
Capannari Ice Cream
Carnavale
Chalkboard
China Grill Chicago
David Burke's Primehouse
De La Costa
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse
Gibsons Bar and Steakhouse
il Covo
Katherine Anne Confections
La Madia
Mia Francesca
Mike Ditka's Restaurant
Mike Ditka's Restaurant, Oak Brook
Osteria Via Stato
Prosecco Ristorante
Ristorante we
RL Restaurant
Roy's
Shula's
Sidebar Grille
Sugar Bliss Cake Boutique
Sunrich International
Tavern On Rush
The Ambrosia Catering
The Melting Pot Restaurant
The Saloon Steakhouse
Think Café
Trattoria No. 10
Turquoise Restaurant
Wave
Wow Bao
Updated 5/7/2008
Event Sponsors:
Presented by:
Friday, May 30, 2008
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers
301 East North Water Street, Chicago
Savor the flavors of Chicago’s top restaurants,
from timeless classics to tomorrow’s hot spots.
COCKTAILS
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
DINNER
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
SILENT AUCTION
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Event Co-Chairmen Tom Kenny, Co-Chairman Executive Chef of Mike Ditka’s Restaurant Steve Dolinsky, Co-Chairman and Emcee ABC7's Food Reporter
Executive Chef Table ($1,500 per table)
Reserved seating, table of 10, table sponsor sign, and wine service at the table
Executive Chef Ticket ($150/person)
Reserved seating and wine service at the table
Sous Chef Table ($900 per table)
Reserved seating, table of 10 and table sponsor sign
Pastry Chef Ticket ($100/person)
Open seating
Wristbands from the event will also get you into Manor,
(nightclub), the night of the event, with no cover and
private cocktail reception from 10:00-11:00pm!
Tickets include all chef offerings and open bar.
Ticket price less $20 is tax deductible.
PROCEEDS BENEFIT CHILDREN AND ADULTS SERVED BY UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY ASSOCIATION OF GREATER CHICAGO
Great Chefs Tasting Party™ of Years Past...
Mouthwatering grilled steaks, full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon, and heavenly chocolate truffles delighted guests of the 15th Annual Great Chefs Tasting Party ™ held June 22, 2007. The savory event cooked up a landmark profit of $90,000. The 850 guests in attendance convened to “Wine, Dine and Unwind!” with a sparkling riverside view from the new Sheraton Riverwalk Ballroom, which provided ample room for additional guests and chefs.
Over 50 talented chefs stirred up a diverse menu that offered such delectables as the Smoked Duck Breast Crostini with Frisee and Blood Orange Salad compliments of Chef Lauren Piper from The Culinary School of Kendall College and the Grilled Wagyu Skirt Steak with Arugula, Raw Mushrooms, and Meyers Lemon Dressing prepared by Chef Doug D’Avico of Trattoria No. 10. The bountiful wines and flowing beverages were provided by the Mary Michelle Winery, Mike Ditka’s Label Wine, Bacardi, Miller, Korbel, Grey Goose, and Fiji Waters. The evening was completed with mini Key Lime pies, truffles, and even a waterfall of chocolate fondue for the Melting Pot’s Chocolate S’mores provided by Mark Ruffolo and Erv Emery.
Amidst the wining and dining, the silent auction took place and grossed more than $18,000. The auction featured exciting items like the luxurious Florida Keys Getaway, Bears game tickets, the Custom dinner for six at Mike Ditka’s Restaurant, a Weber Grill, and the Paris, Oh la la! Escape.
The 15th Annual Great Chefs Party ™ was a decisive success raising $91,000! Special thanks go out to the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers for their continued support.
Executive Chef of Mike Ditka’s Restaurant and Event Co-Chair Tom Kenny at the 15th Annual Great Chefs Tasting Party™
The Rosebud Chefs at the 15th Annual Great Chefs Tasting Party™
UCP Board Member Nancy Ranquist with family and friends enjoying the 15th Annual Great Chefs Tasting Party™
The "Great" Chefs of 2006
2006 Great Chefs Tasting Party™ Silent Auction
Guests enjoying the "Great" food
Mumm's representatives ready to greet the guests with a glass of bubbly!
Master of Ceremonies Mike Ditka.
Great Chefs Tasting Party™ Attendees enjoying the chocolate fondue fountain presented by participating restaurant The Melting Pot.
Great Chefs Tasting Party™ Event Coordinator Christi Andriano with little sister and attendee Julie Schum.
Great Chefs Tasting Party™ guests enjoying the GREAT food!
2005 Great Chefs Tasting Party™ Silent Auction.
Grey Goose ice sculpture at Great Chefs Tasting Party™.
2005 participating Chef Randy Zweiban from Nacional 27.
2005 participating Chef Audry Triplett from Gibsons.
2005 particpating Chef Daniel Marquis from China Grill.
2005 participating Chef David Kile from the Canoe Club.
UCP President & CEO Paul Dulle enjoys the 12th Annual Great Chefs Tasting Party™ with UCP Board Member Pat Brickhouse.
Event Co-Chairmen
