| Event Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event Name | 47th Annual Chef's Table |
| Date | Thursday, April 23, 2026 · 6:30 PM |
| Location | Rockwell on the River, 3057 N Rockwell St, Chicago |
| Theme | Nautical |
| Beneficiary | IRA Educational Foundation |
A Night of Culinary Excellence and Philanthropy
The Chef's Table has long been a cornerstone of the Chicago event calendar, bringing together over 30 of the city's most celebrated chefs and mixologists. Attendees can expect dozens of divine dishes and premium beverages, all while supporting a vital cause: proceeds fund the IRA Educational Foundation, providing scholarships and programming for the next generation of hospitality leaders. It's a night where the industry gives back, ensuring Chicago remains a global culinary destination.
DJ Akib: Bringing the Beat to the Nautical Gala
No celebration is complete without the perfect soundtrack, and for the 2026 Chef's Table the organizers tapped DJ Akib to lead the festivities. With 15+ years of experience across high-profile corporate events, fashion shows, and elite nightclubs, DJ Akib is renowned for his ability to read a room and "play for the people" — seamlessly blending genres, scratching, and live mixing as guests "set sail" into the nautical-themed evening.
"No two events are the same; you have to look at each and every crowd differently and play for the people!"
— DJ Akib
The Chef's Table appearance follows a string of performances for global brands like Nike, Pepsi, and Red Bull, as well as exclusive sets at The Peninsula Hotel and The Langham Chicago.
Event Highlights
- Gourmet Bites — creations from over 30 top Chicago chefs
- Signature Cocktails — premium beverages from leading mixologists
- Live Entertainment — dance the night away with a headline set by DJ Akib
- Stunning Venue — the industrial-chic beauty of Rockwell on the River
Tickets and info: IRA Educational Foundation
