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11th annual Chef's specialty
The event will feature a strolling dinner made up of tastings from local chefs and the MOWWM kitchen, an open bar, and a seated program honoring former Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss and the work of Meals on Wheels Western Michigan.
Attendees will be able to cast their vote for the best chef tasting and the winning chef will be announced later in the evening. You don’t want to miss this fun evening in support of local seniors!
when
OCTOBER 15, 2025
5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
where
GOEI CENTER
818 Butterworth St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
early bird tickets
$150
We hope to see you there!
prices increase on September 15, 11:59 p.m. so get your tickets today!
Honoring Former Grand Rapids Mayor, Rosalynn Bliss
Rosalynn Bliss holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and criminal justice from the University of South Alabama and a master’s degree in social work from Michigan State University. At the MSU College of Human Medicine, she leads the college’s external relations strategy, overseeing marketing and communications, hospital partnerships, community engagement, government relations, and industry collaboration.
A dedicated civic leader, serving as Grand Rapids Mayor from 2016 to 2024, Rosalynn remains deeply engaged in the community. She is a pillar of leadership, public service, and community, and we hope you will join us in honoring her legacy.
Featured CHEFS
Featured CHEFS
Angelica, David, Josie, Mack, Sunny
Kent Career Tech Center
Darrin Mayweather
The 1530 & Social Arts Catering
Frank, Ashlyn, Tyler
Meals on Wheels Western Michigan
Jerry Johnson
Long Road Distillers
Jessica Ann Tyson
The Candied Yam
Johnny Brito
Testa Rossa Italian Ristorante
Nikolas Hancotte
Gun Lake Casino Resort: CBK
Oscar Moreno
Mexo
May Durongdecha & Mimi Wichian
Thai Table
Richard Muschiana
The Sovengard
Sun Chaewon Lee
KaffeineGR - Restaurant & Bar
Featured Recipes
Thank you to our sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
Executive Chef Sponsors
Sous Chef Sponsors
Deputy Chef Sponsors
Grand River Bank, Mercantile Bank, Oliver Packaging & Equipment, Pure Architects
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