2015 StarChefs.com Chicago Rising Stars


Beverly Kim and Johnny Clark of Parachute: Boudin Noir, Kohlrabi, Apples, Raspberry Vinegar, and Seedy Salad

Greg Biggers of Chestnut Provisions at Sofitel Water Tower: Foie Gras, Jalapeño-Blueberry Jam, and Cheddar Doughnuts

Christine Cikowski and Josh Kulp of Honey Butter Fried Chicken: Chicken and Grits with Honey Buffalo Sauce

Erin Byrne, Hunter Swartz, and Drew Gordon Davis of Eastman Egg Company: The Crown: Egg, Chorizo, Egmont Cheese, Avocado, and Salsa Verde
TASTING GALA AND AWARDS CEREMONY
Monday, June 8, 2015
Cafe Brauer at Lincoln Park Zoo | 5:45pm VIP Reception |
Tickets:
$115 General Admission
Enjoy 19 dishes, 19 beverage pairings, and 2 signature cocktails
$160 VIP Reception*
*Also includes private reception featuring a Cava tasting and Petrossian caviar.
Rising Stars Award Winners
Chefs
Johnny Clark and Beverly Kim
Parachute
Abraham Conlon
Fat Rice
Harold Jurado
Yusho
Sarah Rinkavage
Lula Café
Lee Wolen
Boka
Erling Wu-Bower
Nico Osteria
Hotel Chef
Greg Biggers
Chestnut Provisions at Sofitel Water Tower
Community Chefs
Christine Cikowski and Josh Kulp
Honey Butter Fried Chicken
Concept
Erin Byrne, Drew Gordon Davis, and Hunter Swartz
Eastman Egg Company
Restaurateurs
Matt Eisler and Kevin Heisner
Heisler Hospitality
Pastry Chefs
Greg Mosko
NoMI at Park Hyatt Chicago
Anna Posey
The Publican
Artisans
Xavier Alexander
Metric Coffee Co.
Gregory Laketek
West Loop Salumi
Greg Wade
Publican Quality Bread
Brewers
Dave Bleitner and John Laffler
Off Color Brewing
Sustainability
Art Jackson and Chelsea Jackson
Pleasant House Bakery
Bartenders
Jacyara de Oliveira
Sportsman's Club
Tyler Fry
Violet Hour
Sommelier
Ryan Arnold
Lettuce Entertain You
Host Chefs
Chris Albano
Levy Restaurants at Arlington Park
David Burns
Levy Restaurants at Wrigley Field
John Hogan
River Roast
Daniel Kelly
Tigerlily Events at Cafe Brauer
Satoru Takeuchi
NoMI at Park Hyatt Chicago
Honorees Dinner
Sunday, June 7, 2015
Hosted by Chef Jason Hammel
NightwoodCo-hosted by:
Dirk Flanigan
Il ConiglioChris Pandel
The BristolJared Van Camp
Andrew Zimmerman
Element CollectiveSepia
Meg Galus
Paul McGee
BokaLost Lake
Rachel Lowe
Spiaggia
This is a private event, invitation only.Industry-only After-party
Monday, June 8, 2015
Hosted by The Dawson
Attendance limited to foodservice professionals only
Charity Partner: Pilot Light