Dallas, September 14, 2025
News Summary
Georgie, a fine-dining restaurant in Dallas, has appointed Wes Whitsell as its new Executive Chef. To celebrate, the restaurant is hosting a charity dinner to benefit the Mystic 7 family foundations, supporting families affected by recent flooding. Priced at $250 per person, the family-style dinner will feature a seasonal menu debuting the next day. Proceeds will support multiple funds in memory of seven girls lost in the flooding. Reservations are available on Resy.
Dallas
Georgie, a fine-dining restaurant at Travis Walk in Dallas, has named Wes Whitsell as its new Executive Chef and will host a charity dinner on Monday, September 29, 2025, to benefit the Mystic 7 family foundations. The dinner is priced at $250 per person, will be served family style, and all proceeds will go to multiple funds set up in memory of seven Dallas-area girls lost in Texas Hill Country flooding this summer. Georgie plans to debut its first seasonal menu under Whitsell on September 30, 2025.
Key facts
- New Executive Chef: Wes Whitsell, North Texas native.
- Charity dinner: Monday, September 29, 2025; $250 per person; family-style service; reservations available on Resy.
- Beneficiaries: Mystic 7 family foundations supporting the families of seven girls lost in recent flooding.
- Seasonal menu debut: September 30, 2025 at Georgie.
Event and fundraising details
The charity dinner will support multiple funds collectively referred to as the Mystic 7 foundations. Proceeds will be distributed to funds and memorial efforts established for the seven girls, including community-managed and foundation-held accounts. The dinner menu is planned as follows: a starter of deviled eggs with country ham, house-fermented pickles, cantaloupe from Whitsell Farms and house-made bread; entrées including roasted heritage chicken, grilled Texas venison loin, and shrimp & grits accompanied by whipped potatoes, stewed black-eyed beans and Whitsell Farms okra; and dessert of peach cobbler with buttermilk ice cream. Reservations for the event will be accepted through Resy.
Beneficiary list
- Living for Lulu (honoring Eloise Peck)
- Hadley Hanna GoFundMe Tribute (Hadley Hanna)
- Charitable Fund at The Dallas Foundation (Hanna and Rebecca Lawrence)
- Lila’s Light (Lila Bonner)
- More like Wynne Fund (Wynne Naylor)
- Janie Hunt Foundation (in care of The Day School at Highland Park Presbyterian)
Chef background
Wes Whitsell is a North Texas native who grew up on Whitsell Farms in Princeton, Texas, and is a graduate of Sam Houston State University. His professional résumé includes roles in several well-regarded Los Angeles-area restaurants such as Gjelina (Venice), Osteria La Buca, Manuela, Blair’s, and Hatchet Hall, where he was part of a team that earned a Michelin star. He has also held the position of Executive Chef at Soho House Manhattan, opened a restaurant in Bali called The Beach by Ours, and previously served as executive chef at Up on Knox (now Knox Bistro) in 2017.
About Georgie and Travis Street Hospitality
Georgie is described as the highest-end restaurant concept operated by the Travis Street Hospitality group. The group’s portfolio includes Le Bilboquet, Knox Bistro, Le Passage, Rose Cafe, and Frenchie. Georgie first opened at 4515 Travis Walk in November 2019 as a collaboration between restaurateurs Stephan Courseau, Curtis Stone, Luke Stone, and chef Toby Archibald. Chef Archibald later left to open Quarter Acre and was succeeded by RJ Yoakum, who departed in June 2025, leaving the position now filled by Whitsell.
Community context
The charity dinner and Georgie’s programming under the new executive chef are framed within community response efforts following the recent Texas Hill Country flooding. Local families, community groups, and restaurant leadership have organized memorial funds and benefit events to assist the affected families and honor the memory of the young victims. Georgie’s fundraising event is one of several community initiatives aiming to concentrate financial support through organized foundations and tribute funds.
FAQ
What is the date and cost of the charity dinner?
The charity dinner is scheduled for Monday, September 29, 2025, and tickets are priced at $250 per person. The dinner will be served family style.
Who will benefit from the proceeds?
All proceeds will benefit the Mystic 7 family foundations, which include multiple funds and memorial accounts set up for the seven girls lost in the Texas Hill Country flooding.
When will Georgie’s first seasonal menu under the new chef be available?
The first seasonal menu under Executive Chef Wes Whitsell will debut on September 30, 2025.
How can I make a reservation for the charity dinner?
Reservations for the charity dinner will be available on Resy.
What are the menu highlights for the charity dinner?
Menu highlights include deviled eggs with country ham and cantaloupe from Whitsell Farms, roasted heritage chicken, grilled Texas venison loin, shrimp & grits, and peach cobbler with buttermilk ice cream.
What is Wes Whitsell’s background?
Wes Whitsell is a North Texas native, Sam Houston State University graduate, and has worked in notable Los Angeles restaurants and as executive chef at Soho House Manhattan. He has prior executive experience at Up on Knox and has opened a restaurant in Bali.
Key details at a glance
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Restaurant | Georgie (Travis Walk, Dallas) |
| New Executive Chef | Wes Whitsell |
| Charity Dinner Date | September 29, 2025 |
| Ticket Price | $250 per person |
| Beneficiaries | Mystic 7 family foundations (multiple funds listed in article) |
| Menu Highlights | Deviled eggs, roasted heritage chicken, venison loin, shrimp & grits, peach cobbler |
| Seasonal Menu Debut | September 30, 2025 |
| First Opened | Georgie opened November 2019 at 4515 Travis Walk |
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- Dallas News: Georgie’s New Chef Announcement
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Restaurant
- D Magazine: Chef RJ Yoakum Out at Georgie
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- Paper City: Georgie Names New Executive Chef
- Google Scholar: Texas restaurant industry
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