17th annual

Tickets
On Sale
Now!
Thursday, September 25, 2025
Theater on the Lake | Chicago
5:30-6:30 pm VIP hour
6:30-9:30 pm General Admission
Cooking Up a Cure is back! Enjoy the ultimate culinary experience with the best food and drink Chicago has to offer! We've gathered some of the best chefs in Chicago who are ready to serve up a night you won't forget! All in support of the Scleroderma Foundation of Greater Chicago. Enjoy a great night for a great cause.

LIVE MUSIC FROM
THE HOGMIRES
CUISINE FROM CHICAGO'S TOP CHEFS
BEER, WINE & CRAFT COCKTAILS
2025 SPONSORS

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2025 CHEF LINEUP

Chef Michael Lachowicz
Aboyer

Chef Paul Kahan
The Publican

Chef Sebastian White
The Evolved Network

Chef Andy Spetz
Big Star Mariscos

Chef Barry Sorkin
Smoque Steak Catering and Events

Chef Brian Enyart
Leña Brava

Chef Ashlee Aubin
Pompette

Chef Rishi Kumar
Mirra



Chef Esther Griego
Bittersweet
Mixologist Michael Killmer
Tequila Ocho and FEW Spirits
Carol Goldman
Carol's Cookies

Chef Pat Sheerin
Cira

Chef Won Kim
Kimski

Chef Paul Virant
Petite Vie

Chef Phillip Foss
EL Ideas

Chef Zach Engel
Galit

Chef Lawrence Letrero
Bayan Ko & Bayan Ko Diner

Brewmaster David Weeks
Life on Marz Brewing

Chocolatier Katherine Duncan
Katherine Anne Confections

Chef Chris Curren
Graceful Ordinary
VIP Hour

Chef Andrew Lim
Noriko

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. Enjoy samples from Noriko, Marz Brewing and more! Indulge in the culinary creations of Chef Andrew Lim from Noriko, Fulton Market’s hottest new hand roll sushi spot, plus specialty beverages from our sponsors. 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 - $1,800
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.
Corporate sponsor - $2,500
Admission is for 8 VIP guests to Cooking Up a Cure at Theater on the Lake plus brand recognition throughout the event. Includes food, drink, live entertainment, access to the silent auction, priority seating at a reserved table, admission to VIP hour with speciality food/drink, and branding throughout the space.