Chefs For Farmers originally launched as a farm-to-table dinner concept in 2010, and as it grew, the annual festival quickly became Dallas’ premiere multi-day food and wine event known for bringing chefs, restaurants, and local farmers together. With an impressive lineup for this year’s festival, Chefs For Farmers will kick off this fall with a bang beginning Wednesday, November 2 through Sunday, November 6, benefitting McKinney Roots, the Seed Project Foundation’s donation farm aimed at eliminating hunger in Collin County with fresh, organic produce.
“We’re thrilled to partner with Chefs for Farmers as the beneficiary of this year’s festivities!” said Rick Wells, president of the Seed Project Foundation. “The Seed Project Foundation has been supporting our local North Texas farmers for the last six years from our home in McKinney, and we’re very excited to share our mission with Dallas. The funds we raise through Chefs for Farmers will benefit our donation farm McKinney Roots, allowing us to grow and donate more fresh organic produce to feed the hungry in our area.”
Not only does the event feature an extensive chef, artisan, and farmer lineup, but also guests can expect to see several fun event activations and experiences. Chefs For Farmers’ goal is to showcase the dynamic talents of Dallas chefs, artisans and farmers who make exceptional, seasonal, and sustainable food possible. Known for celebrating Dallas as an established food city, guests can enjoy a handful of exquisite and mouth-watering experiences that highlight local dishes the city has to offer. As good food citizens of the world, the Chefs For Farmers team balance their dedication to sustainability, eco-consciousness, and charity with their greatest goal: showcasing the best food and wine festival Dallas has ever seen.
In one mouth-watering, calorie-filled culinary festival, Chefs For Farmers is the ultimate food event you don’t want to miss. The weekend attracts foodies of all ages (21+) with its “come as you are”, no-fuss, party with live music, DJs, and plenty of engaging activities. For an in-depth look at the chef and restaurant line-up, and more information on the various events and experiences you can expect to see at Chefs for Farmers, visit www.chefsforfarmers.com/dallas and sign up to receive email notifications and exciting festival updates. See information below for details regarding this year’s event programming.
Ticket prices vary per event. American Airlines AAdvantage® Mastercard® card holders can purchase tickets and receive 15% off ticket purchases online or at the event for DEVOUR: The Ultimate Bite Night and the Main Event. 100% of ticket sales from the Farm Tour, $25 of each general admission ticket purchased for The Main Event, and a percentage of proceeds from the From Dirt to Dish: A Dinner on the Farm with Chefs Andrea Shackelford & Andy Knudson event will be donated to the Seed Project Foundation’s McKinney Roots, Chefs For Farmers 2022 charity beneficiary.
EVENT PROGRAMMING DETAILS:
From Dirt to Dish: A Dinner on the Farm with Chefs Andrea Shackelford & Andy Knudson
Where: Water Boy Farms, 670 Wendy LN, Lucas, TX 75002
When: Thursday, November 3, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Tickets: $150.00 Capacity: 80
About: Buckle up folks ….it’s about to get delicious! Your hosts for the evening are none other than the highly acclaimed Chefs Andrea Shackelford from Harvest Seasonal Kitchen and Andy Knudson fromCamp Lucy, who will be taking you on an intimate journey of all-natural, farm-to-table dishes that will blow your mind! Hosted at Water Boy Farms, this intimate farm-to-table dinner affair will be supporting our official charity partner, The Seed Project Foundation, dedicated to support their efforts in conservation and farming sustainability that positively impact Texas’ communities. Expect nothing less than the perfect, multi-course dinner menu showcasing the best products of the season paired with sophisticated wines that will tantalize your palates all night long. Ticket prices include food, drink and gratuity. Buy your tickets to From Dirt to Dish: A Dinner on the Farm HERE.
DEVOUR: The Ultimate Bite Night at The Exchange
Where: The Exchange at AT&T Discovery District® 208 S. Akard Street, Dallas, TX 75202
When: Thursday, November 3, VIP: 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | GA: 8:00p.m. -10:00 p.m.
Tickets: VIP: $115| GA: $85 Capacity: 1500
About: You’re cordially invited to DEVOUR: The Ultimate Bite Night at The Exchange at AT&T Discovery
District®! Turn up your Thursday and treat yourself to a variety of Dallas’ best bites from some of your favorite chefs at The Exchange and beyond. We’re setting the vibe with boho chic picnic spreads, live music and other surprises in store. Considered the poshest party after dark, each ticket includes unlimited bites, free-flowing sips and cocktails, live entertainment and more. Buy tickets for DEVOUR: The Ultimate Bite Night HERE.
Chefs For Farmers Farm Tour with the Seed Project Foundation
Where (First Stop): McKinney Roots, 5595 FM 1461 in McKinney, TX 75071
When: Saturday, November 5, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Tickets: $125.00 Capacity: 100
About: We’re taking our talents to the farm! Chefs For Farmers and the Seed Project Foundation have curated an interactive farm tour, where some of our favorite family-run farms will be opening their gates to give guests fun, hands-on experiences. Get ready for a fun-filled day of supporting local agriculture with Texas-made drinks and seasonal dishes from three of the area’s best chefs.
100% of ticket proceeds will benefit McKinney Roots, the Seed Project Foundation’s donation farm aimed at eliminating hunger in Collin County with fresh, organic produce. This event is suitable for ages 21 and over. The tour will begin at McKinney Roots, 5595 FM 1461 in McKinney, and the bus will depart to the other farms from there.
Tour Stops Include:
Stop 1: McKinney Roots in McKinney, TX, paired with Andrea Shackelford of Harvest Seasonal Kitchen
Stop 2: N&P Farm and Dairy in Princeton, TX
Stop 3: Profound Microfarms in Lucas, TX, paired with Joel Orsini of Profound Foods
Buy Tickets for the Farm Tour HERE.
The Main Event at Old City Park
Where: Old City Park 1515 South Harwood Street, Dallas, TX 75215
When: Sunday, November 6, VIP: 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., GA 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Tickets: VIP: $200 | GA: $135 Capacity: 500 – VIP; 2,500 – GA
About: Returning for its 11th consecutive year, don’t miss the Main Event, a.k.a our signature festival celebration, highlighting the best of the best from Texas and beyond. Taking place at Old City Park, turn up the heat on your taste buds as you sample delectable bites, showcasing the very best tastes from The
Lone Star State. We curated a collection of the most talented chefs from our own backyard and other favorite culinary destinations across the country, pairing them with an array of local, family farms from the 214 to concoct unforgettable dishes to show you why supporting local is what it’s all about. But that’s not all! We’ll keep the drinks flowing as you WINE down with sips from various wineries and spirit brands. Loosen up your belts folks – each ticket is all-inclusive of unlimited food, drinks, live entertainment and more.
Want to be a VIP? Buy today as it will SELL OUT and DIG in an hour early at 2:00pm and access the VIP experience with top chefs. This year the VIP will feature a Celebrity Cruises Wine Garden, and the icing on the cake… $25 of each General Admission ticket sold will go directly to The Seed Project Foundation.
Buy Tickets for The Main Event HERE.
