Chef’s Mardi Gras to Fund Culinary Scholarships

The gala raises funds for culinary scholarships. *photo courtesy of ACF St. Louis*

The Carnival season’s grand finale, Mardi Gras, is almost here – time to party hearty with people who know how to throw down.

I just happen to know a bunch who can do just that: the American Culinary Federation Chefs de Cuisine Association of St. Louis, whose Chef’s Culinary Mardi Gras gala is Sunday, Feb. 4, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Andre’s Banquet Center South.

A lavish culinary extravaganza, Chef’s Mardi Gras is a party with a cause, a fundraiser for culinary arts scholarships and junior chef competitions. The event features St. Louis’ crème de la crème: AFC chefs who are working to create an unforgettable feast – a feast guaranteed to make the good times roll.

Chefs de Cuisine at last year’s Mardi Gras event *photo courtesy of ACF St. Louis*

The annual event brings out the best Mardi Gras-themed dishes and libations in the region. It’s a must-do event for any gourmet, gourmand or self-proclaimed foodie.

The evening priced at just $45 ($400 for tables of 10), and includes specialty chef plates, an open bar, music, dancing and surprises. Mardi Gras costumes are encouraged but not required. However, there will be prizes awarded for best costumes.

Reservations must be made by Thursday, Feb. 1.

Suzanne Corbett

Suzanne Corbett is an award-winning food and travel writer, author and media producer, whose passion is food, food history, and anything that fills a plate or glass. She is the author of “The Gilded Table,” “Pushcarts & Stalls: The Soulard Market History Cookbook" and “Unique Eats and Eateries of St. Louis.” Always hungry for the next good story, you can follow her on twitter @Suzanne_Corbett or instagram @corbett_suzanne. She can be contacted at sizamnnecorbett@me.com