For the last 16 years, Chicago Gourmet has brought luxurious tastings and wine pairings, intimate conversations with acclaimed chefs, and the camaraderie of standing shoulder-to-shoulder with fellow foodies from Chicago and beyond to the citys iconic Millennium Park.

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This year, the top-tier food festival is offering an inventive lineup featuring upscale tastings, burger showdowns, and more under this years theme Fashion, Plated. This years events feature top local and national chefs like Rick Bayless, Joe Flamm, Diana Davila, Dominique Leach, Lamar Moore, Sujan Sarkar, and more.

Here’s what you need to know about Chicago Gourmet 2024 — and dont forget to grab your tickets for this years many events.

When is Chicago Gourmet 2024?

Chicago GourmetThis years Chicago Gourmet will run from Thursday, Sept. 26 to Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024. The event kicks off with Tacos Tequila on Thursday evening and caps off with the Rise and Shine Gourmet brunch on Sunday morning.

Where is Chicago Gourmet?A majority of Chicago Gourmet events will take place at the Harris Theater Rooftop in Millennium Park. The stunning venue is set in the heart of the bustling downtown Loop and surrounds guests with views of the park and cityscape. Tacos and Tequila, Grand Cru, Hamburger Hop, and Rise and Shine Gourmet will all take place at the Harris Theater Rooftop.

Late Night Gourmet, following the Hamburger Hop event, will take place at TAO Chicago in River North.

What are the Chicago Gourmet events this year?Grand Cru

Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024

2 – 5 p.m. and 7 – 10 p.m.

The highlight of Chicago Gourmet is the iconic Grand Cru. This exclusive and intimate tasting event takes place on the Harris Theater Rooftop, tucked away in scenic Millennium Park. Guests will be able to sip the worlds finest wines curated by master sommeliers and craft cocktails from top mixologists. Not to mention endless bites from the citys most buzzed-about chefs, from established stars to up-and-coming talent.

Tacos Tequila

Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024

7 10 p.m.

Enjoy an array of tasty tacos from local chefs who represent the best in authentic Mexican cuisine atop the Harris Theater Rooftop. Hosted by acclaimed chef Rick Bayless, this sizzling evening event also features sips of premium tequilas, mezcals, and agave spirits and performances from mariachi, mojiganga, and DJs.

Hamburger Hop Late Night Gourmet

Friday, Sept. 27, 2024

6 – 9 p.m. and 9 p.m. to 12 a.m.

Vote for your favorite burger at Hamburger Hop, an event that brings together top chefs from around the city as they vie for the Peoples Choice and Judges Choice awards. Then make sure to snag tickets to the official after-party, Late Night Gourmet at TAO, where youll enjoy late-night bites, specialty cocktails, and plenty of music and dancing.

Rise Shine Gourmet

Sunday, Sept. 28, 2024

11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Close out Chicago Gourmet weekend with this fun daytime event on the Harris Theater Rooftop. Enjoy a morning of sweet and savory brunch bites, mimosas and other cocktails, lively beats, and top tier chefs.

What chefs are coming to the Grand Cru event?

This years line-up features a fresh array of local and national names. Here are just some of the star chefs that guests can expect at Chicago Gourmet 2024.

Session 1 (2 to 5 p.m.)

Thai Dang, HaiSousJoe Flamm, Rose MaryLamar Moore, Bronzeville WineryMargaret Pak, ThattuTony Priolo, Piccolo SognoEric Roldan, Marinas Bistro Rum BarSujan Sarkar, Indienne/SifrGreg Wade, Publican Quality BreadSuchanan Boonkanokwong, Gaoku IzakayaAnd more!Session 2 (7 to 10 p.m.)

Jenner Tomaska, EsméBeverly Kim and Johnny Clark, AnelyaDominique Leach, Lexington Betty SmokehouseOliver Poilevey, ObélixMiguel Maldonado, Jaleo by José AndrésRichie Farina, Adorn Bar RestaurantHelmy Saadon, MiruSoo Ahn, Adalina ChicagoJohn Manion, El Che Steakhouse Bar/BraseroAnd more! #ad { width: 300px; height: 250px; overflow: hidden; background-color: #171718; position: relative; margin: 0 auto; font-family: 'Big Shoulders Display', 'Impact', sans-serif; } #mast img { margin-top: -1.6em; width: 300px; } #details { z-index: 1; background-color: #171718; width: 100%; position: sticky; margin-top: -0.4em; padding: 10px 20px; font-weight: 800; line-height: 1.1; text-align: center; } .cta { font-size: 1.8em; color: #fff; } .chi-stars { position: absolute; top: 0.5em; right: 0; } .chi-stars img { margin: 0.05em 0; height: 12px !important; } #details .stars.stars-vertical img { margin: 0.1rem !important; } #offers { margin: 10px 0; padding: 0 10px; background-color: #1782b3 !important; border-color: #1782b3 !important; font-size: 0.4em; font-family: "Gotham A", "Gotham B", "Gotham", "Roboto", "Open Sans", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, sans-serif, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; } .location, .logo { position: absolute; bottom: 0; z-index: 2; } .location { font-size: 0.8em; font-weight: 700; color: #1782b3; left: 0; margin: 0 0 0.2em 0.8em; } .logo { float: right; right: 0; margin: 0 0.6em 0.5em 0; } img.pin { width: 10px !important; } #choose { width: 60px; } @media screen and (min-width: 1200px) { #ad { width: 728px; height: 150px; } #mast { float: left; } #mast img { width: 360px; margin: 0; } #details { width: 50%; padding: 20px; text-align: left; float: left; } .chi-stars { top: 1.3em; } .location { left: 29em; } }

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