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Chef BBQ, Green City's Mega-Tasting Event, Scheduled for September 5

We Don't Say "Can't-Miss" Event Casually, But This is One


Chef Rick Bayless
Green City Market's Chef BBQ enables attendees to get up close with some of the region's leading chefs, such as Rick Bayless of Frontera Restaurant Group at the 2023 event. Photo by Bob Benenson

Fans of Good Food tasting events... rejoice! Chicago's Green City Market has scheduled its epic Chef BBQ for the evening of Thursday, September 5.


The city's flagship farmers market made the announcement this morning. The event will, as always, take place on Green City's main location at the south end of Lincoln Park (the actual park, not the community). VIP tickets include early entry at 5:30 p.m., with general admission beginning at 6:30 p.m.


Your biggest challenge at the event will be choosing bites and beverages from among the 100+ restaurants and producers represented at the event. Many of the region's top chefs are on hand and serving their food, providing a rare opportunity for attendees to meet and chat with them.


I have been to the Chef BBQ most of the years that I've lived in Chicago. I don't idly throw around the term "can't-miss event," but this is one of them.


Want to be the first on your block to reserve your place? Click the button below. All proceeds benefit Green City Market's non-profit mission.



And for more detail, the press release from Green City Market is copied below.


Chefs at a cookout event
Two of my favorite chefs — Sebastian White of The Evolved Network and Sarah Stegner of Prairie Grass Cafe, at the 2023 Green City Market Chef BBQ. Photo by Bob Benenson

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Green City Market's Chef BBQ 2024 tickets are on sale now! 

Reserve your spot today


The moment is here: tickets for Chicago’s premiere local food festival are available now!


Join Green City Market and 100+ of Chicago’s top food and beverage talent, including Galit, BLVD Steakhouse, Avec, Daisies and so many more, on Thursday, September 5 for a food festival unlike any other, where you can taste bites and beverages from Chicago's top culinary talents while celebrating local food and supporting our local, sustainable growers.


All proceeds benefit Green City Market's 501(c)(3) nonprofit mission to secure the future of food by deepening support for sustainable farmers, educating our community, and expanding access to locally-grown food.


General Admission tickets (entry begins at 6:30 p.m.) include unlimited access to 100+ small plates and beverage offerings available at the event; no need to purchase additional food or beverage tickets once inside.


VIP guests enjoy access to a bespoke VIP section, including premium reserved seating, trays for carrying unlimited small plates and beverages back to your table, and exclusive VIP beverage activations. VIPs also gain access to the event one hour early (5:30 p.m.) for coveted face time with Chicago's top chefs and an opportunity to begin the tasting experience before General Admission guests arrive. Ideal for groups and corporate client entertainment, VIP Cabanas include luxurious lounge seating under a shaded tent. 


With the focus of this event on spotlighting fresh, peak season flavors, there will be plenty more than just BBQ bites. With several vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options, there will be something for everyone.



 

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