Saturday, June 10, 2023
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Urban Outfitters HQ
5000 S. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19112
Saturday, June 10, 2023
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Urban Outfitters HQ
5000 S. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19112
The Great Chefs Event Philadelphia 2023
Kick off summer with the 2023 Great Chefs Event Philadelphia! The event is the original ALSF culinary event hosted by Chef Marc Vetri and his business partner Jeff Benjamin. More than 30 superstar chefs from across the country will come together under one roof and serve their signature tasting dishes at this family-friendly event.
Guests will have the chance to taste delectable food, bid on fabulous auction items and celebrate 16 years of this amazing event, alongside their favorite chefs. Join the movement to end pediatric cancer by supporting the Great Chefs Event Philadelphia.
For more information, contact Jay Scott at [email protected]
Ticket Options
General Admission - $225 ($125 tax-deductible)
VIP Ticket - $500 ($350 tax-deductible)
- Special VIP check-in and access to the event an hour before it opens to the public
- Access to the VIP area
- Invitation to the after party
All Access Ticket - $1,200 ($1,000 tax-deductible)
- Special VIP check-in and access to the event an hour before it opens to the public
- Access to the VIP area
- Invitation to the after party
- Invitation to the exclusive Welcome Dinner on Friday, June 9, 2023. Mingle with participating chefs in an intimate environment.
Meet the Chefs
2023 Chef List*
Matthew Arcomone (Philadelphia, PA) — Osteria
Wes Avila (Los Angeles, CA / New York, NY) — Ka'Teen, Guerilla Tacos, Angry Egret Dinette, Tastemade Me Tacos
Samuel Baxter (Los Angeles, CA) — Connie and Ted’s
Franklin Becker (New York, NY) — Oliva Tapas, Press Club Grill
Joe Beddia (Philadelphia, PA) —Pizzeria Beddia
Chris Bianco (Phoenix, AZ / Los Angeles, CA) — Pizzeria Bianco, Pane Bianco, Tratto
Jen Carroll (Philadelphia, PA) — Spice Finch, Carroll Couture Cousine
Cesare Casella (Hurleyville, NY) —Casella’s
Frank Castronovo & Frank Falcinelli(Brooklyn, NY) — Frankies 457
Brad Daniels (Ambler, PA) — Tresini
Di Bruno Brothers (Philadelphia, PA) — Di Bruno Brothers
Nick Elmi (Philadelphia, PA) —Laurel, Lark, The Landing Kitchen
Gavin Fine (Jackson Hole, WY) —Fine Dining Restaurant Group
Michele Forgione (Montreal, QC) — Impasto
Katsuya Fukushima (Washington, D.C.) — Daikaya
Evan Funke (Los Angeles, CA) — Felix Trattoria
Jose Garces (Philadelphia, PA) —Amada
Dionicio Jimenez (Philadelphia, PA) — Cantina La Martina
Paul Kahan (Chicago, IL) — Avec
Ann Kim (Minneapolis, MN) — Young Joni
Adam Perry Lang (Los Angeles, CA) — APL Barbecue
Joseph Manzare (San Francisco, CA) — Chef
Shola Olunloyo (Philadelphia, PA) — Studio Kitchen
Matthew Raiford & Tia Raiford(Brunswick, GA) — Strong Roots 9
Michael Schwartz & Bradley Herron (Miami, FL) — Amara
Michal Shelkowitz (Philadelphia, PA) — Vetri Cucina
Jon Shook & Vinny Dotolo (Los Angeles, CA) — Jon and Vinny’s
Amanda Shulman (Philadelphia, PA) — Her Place
Roy Shvartzapel (San Francisco, CA) — From Roy
Nancy Silverton (Los Angeles, CA) — Osteria
Michael Strauss (Philadelphia, PA) —Mike’s BBQ
Nok Suntaranon (Philadelphia, PA) — Kalaya Thai Kitchen
Eduardo Valle Lobo & Jordan McMahan (Boulder, CO) — Pizzeria Alberico
Greg Vernick (Philadelphia, PA) —Vernick
Jonathan Waxman (New York, NY) — Barbuto, Jams
*list subject to change
2023 Sponsors
Coming soon!
Become a Sponsor
Sponsorship opportunities are available for organizations and businesses. For more information about sponsorship packages, please contact Sara Moyer at [email protected].
PRESENTING SPONSORSHIP - $50,000 ($44,000 tax-deductible)
- 50 Tickets to the event
- Access to the VIP section
- 8 Tickets to the exclusive chef welcome reception on June 9
- Special VIP check-in and access to the event an hour before it opens to the public
- Recognized by emcee throughout the event
- Opportunity to include branded item in chef gift bags
- Opportunity to have brand activation at event
- Logo included on step and repeat
- 10 Tickets to the after-party
- Company Logo listed on 8 total event signs
- Company logo with link to company website listed on ALSF website
DIAMOND SPONSORSHIP - $25,000 ($20,500 tax-deductible)
- 30 Tickets to the event
- Access to VIP section
- 4 Tickets to the exclusive chef welcome reception on June 9
- Special VIP check-in and access to the event an hour before it opens to the public
- Recognized by the emcee throughout the event
- Opportunity to include a branded item in chef gift bags
- 6 Tickets to the after-party
- Company name listed on 6 total event signs
- Company name listed on ALSF website
PLATINUM SPONSORSHIP - $10,000 ($7,000 tax-deductible)
- 20 tickets to the event
- Access to VIP section
- 2 Tickets to the exclusive chef welcome reception on June 9
- Special VIP check-in and access to the event an hour before it opens to the public
- Recognized by emcee throughout the event
- Opportunity to include branded item in chef gift bags
- 4 Tickets to the after-party
- Company name listed on 4 total event signs
- Company name listed on ALSF website
GOLD SPONSORSHIP - $5,000 ($3,000 tax-deductible)
- 10 Tickets to the event
- Access to VIP section
- Special VIP check-in and access to the event an hour before it opens to the public
- 2 Tickets to the after-party
- Company name listed on 2 total event signs
- Company name listed on ALSF website
BRONZE SPONSORSHIP - $1,000 ($800 tax-deductible)
- 2 Tickets to the event
- Access to VIP section
- Special VIP check-in and access to the event an hour before it opens to the public
- 2 Tickets to the after-party
- Company name listed on 2 total event signs
- Company name listed on ALSF website
*To be recognized on the Great Chefs Event – Philly signage and collateral, commitment must be received by Friday, May 5.
Auction
Donate your tickets, tangibles, time or talent to bettering the lives of children. You will be recognized for your donation both online and at the event. In addition to demonstrating your support, remember that an auction donation can result in a new client or customer and that all donations are tax deductible. Fill out an auction donation form to donate to this year's auction.
If you have questions about the auction, contact Mikey Tauber at [email protected].
Volunteer Opportunities
Interested in volunteering for the event? We're happy to have your help! Please complete the volunteer form by Friday, May 5. Contact Gigi Umstead at [email protected] with any questions.