CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QC Life) - On Saturday, October 3rd, Charlotte’s premier chefs are joining forces at the Charlotte Marriott City Center, blending their passion, skills, and creativity into one united kitchen to support local cancer nonprofits.
Taking the helm as Kitchen Manager and Food MC is Chef Jay Z, Chair of the Board for the local American Culinary Federation (ACF) Chefs of Charlotte Chapter. Chef Jay Z joins QC Life to share his Quinoa, Fruit & Seed Salad recipe - a colorful blend of protein-rich quinoa, diced fruit and toasted pumpkin and sunflower seeds for a savory crunch.
The Chefs Against Cancer kitchen brings together a powerhouse roster of chefs collaborating across courses:
- Chef Mark Allison: Event founder and culinary wellness educator leading the initiative in honor of his late wife, Alison. Learn more at chefmarkallison.com.
- Chef Jay Z: Kitchen Manager and Food MC. Learn more at acfchefs.org.
- Chef Sam Diminich: MICHELIN Guide-recommended Restaurant Constance and Grey’s Diner.
- Chef Amy & Chef Jon Fortes: Explore menus at theflipsiderestaurant.com.
- Chef Andres Prussing: Discover more at stokecharlotte.com.
- Chef Mason Martinez: Follow @chefmason_martinezz
- Pastry Chef Samantha Ward: Follow her culinary creations @pastrysamm.
- Chef Raffaele Patrizi: Explore menus and markets at manobellaartisanfoods.com.
- Chef Shai Fargian: Visit fsfoodgroup.com.
Every dish prepared supports four essential community beneficiaries: Xander’s Acts of Kindness Foundation, The Meggs Foundation, The Paula Takacs Foundation, and Barrel Aged Charities.
To learn more about the gala, get involved, or donate, visit www.chefsagainstcancer.org and follow along on social media @chefsagainstcancerclt.
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