Dallas, October 8, 2025
News Summary
The 12th annual Dallas All Star Chef Classic will take place at The Empire Room, aiming to raise funds for the Dallas 24 Hour Club’s efforts in aiding homeless individuals recovering from addiction. With 26 participating chefs and live music, the event promises a night of culinary delights, entertainment, and community support. Ticket sales will contribute to transitional living and life skills training for those in need. The gathering not only showcases local culinary talents but also fosters community engagement toward a worthy cause.
Dallas — The 12th annual Dallas All Star Chef Classic will take place on Sunday, October 19. The event starts at 5:30 p.m. at The Empire Room in the Design District and is hosted by the Dallas 24 Hour Club, a nonprofit organization focused on supporting homeless individuals struggling with addiction. Funds raised will provide transitional living, support services, and life skills training for those overcoming addiction and homelessness.
Key event details and purpose
The Dallas All Star Chef Classic is scheduled for the evening of October 19 at The Empire Room in the Design District, beginning at 5:30 p.m. The event is organized by the Dallas 24 Hour Club with the stated goal of generating funds to support transitional living, therapy and counseling options, vocational support, and life skills training for people working to overcome addiction and homelessness.
Who is involved
The Dallas 24 Hour Club is headquartered in Old East Dallas on Ross Avenue. CEO Tim Grigsby emphasized the mission of providing a structured path to recovery and independence. The honorary chef chairperson for the event is Miriam Jimenez of Miriam Cocina Latina. Event chairpersons include Lindsay Billingsley and Lili Luth. Honorary chairpersons Amy and Bruce Williams are participating in memory of their son, Trevor Henley, who faced addiction and found hope at the Dallas 24 Hour Club.
Chefs, entertainment and program features
There are at least 26 participating chefs, including: Pawat Aiemsomang (Komodo Dallas), CJ Morgan (The Hubcap Café), Meaders Ozarow (Empire Baking Company), Alejandro Velazquez (McRae’s American Bistro & Cocktails), Justin Wern (Garden Café). The event will feature live music by the Manhattan Band from the Jordan Kahn Music Company. The evening will also include a silent auction and raffle, featuring items like a “Night of Pampering” and a “Dining Experience with Chef Kent Rathbun.”
Tickets, packages and fundraising impact
Tickets are priced at $200; additional packages for groups offer media recognition and VIP reception access. Over the past decade-plus, the Dallas All Star Chef Classic has been a major fundraising vehicle for the Dallas 24 Hour Club. The Dallas All Star Chef Classic has raised over $4 million over its past ten years, aiding more than 4,100 individuals to achieve sobriety and self-sufficiency. The “Service to Others” Award was given to Ben E. Keith Company and the Hallam family for their significant contributions to the event over the past decade.
Previous year and community role
Last year’s event showcased a variety of culinary highlights and contributions from local chefs, further establishing the Classic as both a culinary showcase and a community fundraiser. The fundraising proceeds support operational programs run by the Dallas 24 Hour Club, including housing placements and recovery services, and are intended to help participants move toward stable housing and employment.
Logistics and additional activities
The evening’s program is expected to mix chef tastings, live music, and fundraising activities, including silent auction and raffle elements. Packages that include recognition and VIP reception access are available for groups, while individual tickets remain priced at $200. Organizers have structured the event to combine entertainment with community fundraising to maximize support for the Dallas 24 Hour Club’s recovery-focused programs.
Background on the hosting organization
The Dallas 24 Hour Club operates from its headquarters in Old East Dallas on Ross Avenue and focuses on providing services to individuals experiencing homelessness who are also struggling with addiction. Its programs emphasize transitional living with support services and life-skills training designed to help residents move toward independent living.
What to expect at the event
- Chef tastings from at least 26 participating chefs
- Live music by the Manhattan Band from the Jordan Kahn Music Company
- Silent auction and raffle with items such as “Night of Pampering” and “Dining Experience with Chef Kent Rathbun”
- Opportunities for group sponsorships that include media recognition and VIP reception access
FAQ
When will the event take place?
The 12th annual Dallas All Star Chef Classic will take place on Sunday, October 19.
What time and where does the event start?
The event starts at 5:30 p.m. at The Empire Room in the Design District.
Who is hosting the event?
The Dallas 24 Hour Club, a nonprofit organization focused on supporting homeless individuals struggling with addiction, is hosting the event.
How will funds be used?
Funds raised will provide transitional living, support services, and life skills training for those overcoming addiction and homelessness.
Where is the Dallas 24 Hour Club headquartered?
The Dallas 24 Hour Club is headquartered in Old East Dallas on Ross Avenue.
What did the CEO emphasize?
CEO Tim Grigsby emphasized the mission of providing a structured path to recovery and independence.
Who is the honorary chef chairperson?
The honorary chef chairperson for the event is Miriam Jimenez of Miriam Cocina Latina.
How many chefs are participating?
There are at least 26 participating chefs, including: Pawat Aiemsomang (Komodo Dallas), CJ Morgan (The Hubcap Café), Meaders Ozarow (Empire Baking Company), Alejandro Velazquez (McRae’s American Bistro & Cocktails), Justin Wern (Garden Café).
What entertainment is planned?
The event will feature live music by the Manhattan Band from the Jordan Kahn Music Company.
Who are the event chairpersons?
Event chairpersons include Lindsay Billingsley and Lili Luth.
Why are Amy and Bruce Williams participating?
Honorary chairpersons Amy and Bruce Williams are participating in memory of their son, Trevor Henley, who faced addiction and found hope at the Dallas 24 Hour Club.
What are ticket prices and package options?
Tickets are priced at $200; additional packages for groups offer media recognition and VIP reception access.
What has the event achieved previously?
The Dallas All Star Chef Classic has raised over $4 million over its past ten years, aiding more than 4,100 individuals to achieve sobriety and self-sufficiency.
What auction and raffle items are included?
The event also includes a silent auction and raffle, featuring items like a “Night of Pampering” and a “Dining Experience with Chef Kent Rathbun.”
What recognition was given for service?
The “Service to Others” Award was given to Ben E. Keith Company and the Hallam family for their significant contributions to the event over the past decade.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, October 19 |
| Start Time | 5:30 p.m. |
| Venue | The Empire Room in the Design District |
| Host | Dallas 24 Hour Club |
| Purpose | Transitional living, support services, and life skills training for those overcoming addiction and homelessness |
| Ticket Price | $200 (group packages with media recognition and VIP reception access available) |
| Charity HQ | Old East Dallas on Ross Avenue |
| Past Fundraising | Over $4 million raised over the past ten years |
| People Aided | More than 4,100 individuals to achieve sobriety and self-sufficiency |
| Chefs Participating | At least 26 (sample: Pawat Aiemsomang; CJ Morgan; Meaders Ozarow; Alejandro Velazquez; Justin Wern) |
| Live Music | Manhattan Band from the Jordan Kahn Music Company |
| Auction Highlights | “Night of Pampering”; “Dining Experience with Chef Kent Rathbun” |
| Special Recognition | “Service to Others” Award to Ben E. Keith Company and the Hallam family |
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- Advocate Magazine: Dallas All-Star Chef Classic
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- Wikipedia: Fundraising
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