Over 2 Dozen Restaurants Join 10th Food Fest & Fundraiser In Philly

PHILADELPHIA — More than two dozen restaurants, spirit companies, and more are on board to join the Garces Foundation's 10th Food Fest and Fundraiser later this month.

The event will take place from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 29 at Live! Hotel and Casino.

James Beard Award-winning Iron Chef Jose Garces will host the best food showcase of the fall with three dozen top chefs and restaurants from around the region for an evening filled with dishes, drinks, live music, dancing, photo opportunities, exclusive auctions and other surprises.

Guests will enjoy unlimited bites and sips while they mix and mingle for a great cause - to help provide food, medical care and educational services to Philadelphia's immigrant community.

All proceeds benefit the Garces Foundation, benefiting regional immigrant families.

Tickets are on sale now for $150 for general admission, $200 for VIP and $295 for VIP and After Party.

"I’m excited to bring some of Philadelphia's finest chefs together in one room again in support of the Garces Foundation and the important work it does in the community," Garces said. "Although the restaurant industry has faced ongoing challenges, it’s amazing to see the continued outpouring of support from our chef community and its willingness to give back. I’ve been thrilled to see the continued support for our work. Thank you to the supporting restaurants, chefs and our generous sponsors."

The Garces Foundation Food Fest and Fundraiser will return this fall after a pandemic break and feature a brand-new venue, a new line-up of restaurants and the same amazing cause.

Below is the list of participants:

• A Mano
• Amada
• Ampel Wine
• Bredenbeck's
• Bridget Foy’s
• Buena Onda
• BurgertimeNJ
• Dim Sum House by Jane G's
• French Toast Bites by Lokal Artisan Foods
• Garces Trading Company
• Forsythia
• Fork Restaurant
• Hook & Master
• Izakaya by Yanaga
• Lola’s Garden
• On Point Bistro
• Restaurant Aleksandar
• Rex at the Royal
• Ripplewood Whiskey & Craft
• Stateside Vodka
• Tabachoy Philly
• The Olde Bar
• Tito's Handmade Vodka
• Tuck-ins
• Village Whiskey
• Volver
• Wilder Restaurant
• Yards Brewing Company

More participants are expected to be announced soon, as well.

Snacktime, one of Philadelphia's favorite party bands, will be performing live music during the event.

Festivities will also include a wine pull, photo booths and a live/silent auction.

The highlights of this year's auction include a once-in-a-lifetime dinner for ten prepared by James Beard Award-winning chefs Marc Vetri, Greg Vernick and Jose Garces, plus a dinner prepared by Christina Martinez and Jose Garces for the winner and friends.

Chef Martinez of South Philly Barbacoa has a long list of accomplishments and accolades, most recently winning a James Beard Award.

The dinner will be held at Chef Garces' brand-new food lab and private cooking studio.

Other exciting feature items in the auction include "Being a Chef for the Day" at Forsythia where you will spend an afternoon in Forsythia’s kitchen with Chef Chris Kearse followed by dinner in the restaurant enjoying the food you prepared together.

Bidders can wine a whiskey tasting for four at Village Whiskey, a wine sommelier guided experience for eight people featuring eight bottles of rare and expensive red wines and a charcuterie board from DiBruno Brothers, Phillies tickets, harp lessons, spa experiences, restaurant experiences and so much more.

Guests are encouraged to dress in cocktail attire and come ready to celebrate the region's food scene.

For more information and tickets, go online here, follow @garcesfoundation, or call 267-284-7905.