18th annual
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Thursday, September 24, 2026
Theater on the Lake | Chicago
5:30-6:30 pm VIP hour
6:30-9:30 pm General Admission
Enjoy the ultimate culinary experience with the best food and drink Chicago has to offer! We've gathered some of the best restaurants and beverage companies in Chicago to serve up a one-of-a-kind experience you won't forget!
Indulge in 30 gourmet food and beverage stations as you chat with Chicago's best chefs. Enjoy live music and bid on unique items and experiences in our silent auction. All in support of the Scleroderma Foundation of Greater Chicago. Enjoy an incredible night for a great cause!
Can't make it, but want to support the scleroderma community? Text "CookingUp" to 50155 and pledge to donate! Every dollar helps us create change.
LIVE MUSIC FROM
THE HOGMIRES
CUISINE FROM CHICAGO'S TOP CHEFS
BEER, WINE & CRAFT COCKTAILS
2026 SPONSORS
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2026 CHEF LINEUP
Damien Casten
Candid Wines
Chef Paul Kahan
The Publican
Chef Sebastian White
The Evolved Network
Chef Andy Spetz
Big Star Mariscos
Chef Barry Sorkin
Smoque BBQ
Chef Brian Enyart
Leña Brava
Calue Cuerta
Diplomatico Rum
David Weeks
Life on Marz Brewing
Chef Jason Hammel
Lula Cafe
Chef Esther Griego
Bittersweet
Michael Killmer
Middle West Spirits
Carol Goldman
Carol's Cookies
Chef Pat Sheerin
Cira
Chef Won Kim
Kimski
Chef Paul Virant
Gaijin
Chef Phillip Foss
EL Ideas
Chocolatier Katherine Duncan
Katherine Anne Confections
Shannon Bandur
Leyenda de México
Chef Zach Engel
Galit
Chef Chris Curren
The Graceful Ordinary
Paul Hletko
FEW Spirits
Chef Lawrence Letrero
Bayan Ko & Bayan Ko Diner
Chef Thomas Levitt
White Oak Gourmet
Chef Gale Gand
Gale's Bread and Butter
Chefs Katie Wasieieweski and Aaron Patten
Pompette
Chef Brian Huston
The Publican
Mary Eder-McClure
Cafe Yaya
Grillmaster Phil Wingo
Porkmafia
Greg Laketek
Salumi
Stephanie Izard
Girl and the Goat
Grillmaster Phil Wingo
Porkmafia
Susan Rosentreter
Tequila Ocho
Margaret Pak
Thattu
Chef Stephanie Hart
Brown Sugar Bakery
Eric Puffer
Sapporo-Stone Brewing
Leigh Omilinsky
Daisies
VIP TICKETS
Upgrade your night by purchasing VIP tickets! VIP tickets include reserved priority seating at a table, an exclusive VIP hour with additional food and drink, and first glance at the silent auction. Elevate your evening while supporting a great cause. VIP tickets are limited so secure your tickets today! Purchase individual tickets or a private table for 8.
EVENT DETAILS
Theater on the Lake
2401 N Lake Shore Dr.
Chicago, IL 60614
5:30-6:30PM VIP hour
6:30-9:30PM General Admission
Valet parking available.
Cocktail attire
TICKETS AND PRICING:
General Admission - $145
Admission for one guest to this year's Cooking Up A Cure at Theater On The Lake. Includes food, drink, live music, and access to the silent auction
VIP Admission - $225
Admission for one VIP ticket to Cooking Up A Cure at Theater On The Lake. Includes food, drink, access to the silent auction, priority seating, and admission to our VIP hour (5:30-6:30) with exclusive food and drink options.
VIP Table - $2,000 - LIMITED TICKETS
Admission for 8 VIP guests to Cooking Up A Cure at Theater On The Lake. Includes food, drink, live entertainment, access to the silent auction, priority seating at a reserved table, and admission to VIP hour (5:30-6:30) with specialty food/drink.