Everything You Need to Know about Chefs for Farmers, Nov. 2-5

October 7, 2023May 25, 2024 Danyel Buie

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One of the most highly sought after food festivals in Dallas is almost here!

Chefs For Farmers Food & Wine has announced its accompanying intimate events in addition to the annual festival on Sunday, November 5 at Old City Park (1515 S Harwood St, Dallas, TX 75215).

Known for its curated roster of celebrated Texas chefs, local farmers, regional wine and spirits, and live entertainment, attendees will party with a purpose with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Seed Project Foundation. Ages 21+, all tickets include unlimited food, drinks, live entertainment and more.

If you are an American Airlines AAdvantage® Mastercard® holder, you will automatically receive a 15% discount with your purchase of the Dallas Main Event on Sunday. Make sure to use your American Airlines AAdvantage® Mastercard® credit card when purchasing.

Chefs For Farmers Food & Wine Festival puts education first by highlighting the local culinary scene and strengthening the future of North Texas’ sustainable food system. The Main Event is a true farm-to-table experience, including a day full of food and beverage sampling, live cooking demonstrations with top chefs, symposium conversations with local farmers, live entertainment, a farm’s bodega, and more. Guests will leave encouraged to participate in their local food system with the knowledge of how to find the best, most sustainable food in the city. Chefs For Farmers Food & Wine Festival also offers several pre-event and hosted dinners with more details on each below.

Chefs For Farmers was built to showcase the culinary prowess of our state’s finest chefs, farmers, and food artisans with an emphasis on sustainability. Our festival is the only place where you will see the farmers side-by-side with the chefs who transform their food, creating dishes uniquely representing this exact time and place.
Chefs for Farmers Founder Iris Midler

2023 Events Lineup

Chefs For Farmers Main Event

WHEN: Sunday, November 5th @ 2pm – 6pm
- VIP: 2pm – 6 pm |General Admission: 3pm – 6pm
WHERE: Old City Park | 1515 S Harwood St, Dallas TX 75215
PRICING: General Admission: $145 | VIP: SOLD OUT | TICKET LINK
Every General Admission Main Event ticket purchase contributes $25 to a charitable cause

A Dinner at Water Boy Farms | SOLD OUT + INVITE-ONLY

WHEN: Thursday, November 2nd @ 7pm – 10pm
WHERE: Water Boy Farms | 670 Wendy Ln, Lucas TX 75002
WHAT: Chef Andrea Shackelford and Chef Josh Sutcliff host an intimate journey of all-natural, farm-to-table dishes. Hosted at Water Boy Farms, this intimate and exclusive affair will support the official charity partner, The SEED Project Foundation. This multi-course dinner menu features the best products of the season paired with sophisticated wines.
PRICING: $225 | SOLD OUT | MORE INFO | This event is exclusive to invited American Airlines AAdvantage® Mastercard credit card holders.

LVI Dinner at the Statler

WHEN: Thursday, November 2nd @ 7pm – 10pm
WHERE: LVI at The Statler | 1914 Commerce Street Dallas, TX 75201
WHAT: Elevate your dining experience at LVI at The Statler at this limited-ticket dinner event that combines culinary mastery with luxurious ambiance. Dinners are immersed in a delectable array of gourmet dishes, thoughtfully curated to enchant the palate.
PRICING: $195 | TICKET LINK

A Night of Flavors at Nine at The National | SOLD OUT + INVITE-ONLY

WHEN: Friday, November 3rd @ 7pm – 10pm
WHERE: Nine at The National Hotel | 1401 Elm St, Dallas TX 75228
WHAT:Indulge in a delicious evening at the Nine featuring The National Hotel’s Executive Chef Jeramie Robinson, co-owner of La Onda, Chef Victor Villarreal and winner of Food Network’s Vegas Chef Prizefight, Lamar Moore. Savory delights await as local chefs, Jeramie and Victor collaborate with Chicago born, Lamar Moore, crafting a unique dining experience. Included in the evening’s program is National Hotel’s pastry chef, Winston Williams and sommelier, Jared Givens. Along with its stunning courses, this event promises to enlighten you to seamless wine pairings, live music and an ambiance beyond compare.

With Rosewood Beef’s generous contribution of product, you should expect to receive the highest of value and quality throughout your courses.

PRICING: $225 | SOLD OUT | LEARN MORE | This event is exclusive to invited American Airlines AAdvantage® Mastercard credit card holders.

Ranch Revival Dinner at Quail Run Farm

WHEN: Friday, November 3rd @ 7pm – 10pm
WHERE: Old Quail Run Farm | 233 Old Quail Run Farm, Sherman, TX 75092
WHAT: Chefs Alex Seidel, Jeremiah Langhorne, Junior Borges, Peja Krstic and RJ Yoakum are taking their talents to Old Quail Farm. Dedicated to cooking local and seasonal, this lineup of chefs will flex their culinary prowess through a bold-flavored menu of five-star cuisine, using ingredients from local farms.
PRICING: $250 | TICKET LINK

Brunchin’ At Hattie B’s: Hot Chicken Like Never Before

WHEN: Saturday, November 4th | 11am – 1pm
WHERE: Hattie B’s Dallas | 3000 Main Street, Dallas, TX 75226
WHAT: For one day only, join Hattie B’s Hot Chicken Chef Brian Morris for a decadent hot chicken dining experience. Guests will embark on a first-class culinary sojourn as Chef Brian takes an elevated approach to Music City’s signature dish. Hot chicken and pork belly with creamy potatoes and HOT-landaise, for example. This limited edition, three-course menu with canapés will be paired with fine wines and specially-curated cocktails.
PRICING: $65 | TICKET LINK

The Farm Tour with Chefs For Farmers

WHEN: Saturday, November 4th | 10am – 4pm
WHERE: Pick-up location – NorthPark Center | 8687 N Central Expy, Dallas, Texas 75225
WHAT: Board the bus for a fun day of eating, drinking, and supporting local regenerative agriculture. All proceeds from the event will benefit McKinney Roots, the Seed Project Foundation’s donation farm aimed at eliminating hunger in Collin County. At each stop, guests will enjoy a tour of the operation from the farmers, an adult beverage, and a course from a renowned local farm-to-table chef. The buses are luxury coaches with restrooms onboard. This event is suitable for ages 21 and over.
- Stop 1: Profound Microfarms in Lucas, TX
- Stop 2: Sister Grove Farm in Van Alstyne, TX
- Stop 3: McKinney Roots in McKinney, TX
PRICING: $125 | TICKET LINK

Tips from Dallas Food Nerd

For the best food fest experience, check out our tips!

Bring a fully charged phone or battery pack because there will be so many unforgettable shots you can snap.
Bring a crossbody bag so you can hold your tasting plates, drinks and phone.
Arrive early to naviagate parking and walking to the entrance.
Don’t be shy to say hi to the chefs, farmers and other guests throughout the event. Give them a social media follow, too!
Contrary to instinct, don’t skip the long lines. People are lining up for reason. You just might be skipping the best bite of the festival. Take food from the shorter lines and eat it while you wait in the longer lines.
Pace yourself. It’s a marathon, not a sprint. You can also treat it like a meal and save the best for last (dessert!).
Tag @chefsforfarmers for a chance to be featured on their IG Stories.
Get your tickets NOW — these events typically sells out!

Dallas Food Nerd is a partner for Chefs for Farmers this year. All opinions are our own. Photo credit: Chefs for Farmers