Celebrity Chef Lineup Announced
Celebrity Chef Dinners are Back!
The Celebrity Chef Dinner Series features unique chef-crafted menus generously donated by some of North Texas' most talented culinary professionals, with all proceeds benefiting Taste Project and Taste Community Restaurants.
As the need for our services continues to grow, Taste Project is serving more neighbors than ever before through our pay-what-you-can community restaurants. Proceeds from this special fundraising dinner help ensure that everyone has access to a nutritious meal, regardless of their ability to pay.
The Celebrity Chef Dinner Series features unique chef-crafted menus generously donated by some of North Texas' most talented culinary professionals, with all proceeds benefiting Taste Project and Taste Community Restaurants.
Meet the Celebrity Lineup…
Chef Jennifer Bauman
Join Chef Jennifer Bauman, Executive Chef of Mercury Chophouse Arlington, for an unforgettable evening of exceptional cuisine as part of Taste Project's Celebrity Chef Dinner & Fundraiser Series.
Chef Jennifer will showcase her culinary talents through a specially curated multi-course dining experience, created exclusively for this event. Known for her commitment to excellence and elevated dining experiences, Chef Jennifer brings the artistry and sophistication of one of Arlington's premier dining destinations to Taste Project’s tables.
Friday, October 2nd (6:00pm - 8:00pm)
Taste Community Restaurant in Arlington
Chef Preston Nguyen
Join Arlington's own Chef Preston Nguyen, Martin High School graduate, two-time World Chef Champion, and featured competitor on Gordon Ramsay's Next Level Chef (Season 2), for an unforgettable evening of exceptional cuisine as part of Taste Project's Celebrity Chef Dinner & Fundraiser Series.
Chef Preston will showcase his award-winning culinary talents through a specially curated multi-course dining experience, created exclusively for this event.
Friday, October 9th (6:00pm - 8:00pm)
Taste Community Restaurant in Arlington
Chef Jon Bonnell
Join Chef Jon Bonnell, chef and owner of Bonnell's Fine Texas Cuisine, Waters Restaurant, and Buffalo Bros Pizza, Wings & Subs, for an unforgettable evening of exceptional cuisine as part of Taste Project's Celebrity Chef Dinner & Fundraiser Series.
Chef Jon will showcase his signature approach to Texas cuisine through a specially curated multi-course dining experience, created exclusively for this event. Widely recognized as one of North Texas' most influential chefs, Chef Jon is known for transforming regional ingredients and flavors into refined, memorable dishes that celebrate the best of Texas cooking.
Friday, October 16th (6:00pm - 8:00pm)
Taste Community Restaurant in Fort Worth
Chef Yia Medina
Join Chef Yia Medina of Arlington’s Caravan Court, for an unforgettable evening of exceptional cuisine as part of Taste Project's Celebrity Chef Dinner & Fundraiser Series.
Chef Medina will showcase her culinary talents through a specially curated multi-course dining experience, created exclusively for this event. Guests will enjoy an evening of thoughtfully crafted dishes that celebrate Chef Medina's unique culinary style and passion for bringing people together through food.
Friday, October 30th (6:00pm - 8:00pm)
Taste Community Restaurant in Arlington
These special events provide guests with unforgettable dining experiences while supporting Taste Project's work to serve healthy, nutritious meals and foster community throughout Tarrant County.
About Taste Project
Taste Project is a 501(c)3 non-profit established to feed, educate, and serve our community so they may “…taste and see the Lord is good.” Psalm 34:8. We believe everyone should have access to healthy nutritious food. Our vision is to see our community become the solution to the challenges our community faces as it relates to hunger. Our first project, Taste Community Restaurant at 1200 South Main Street in Fort Worth, focuses on healthy, quality meals made from fresh ingredients. Our menu has no prices. This is a give-and-take concept. We ask guests to do one of the following: 1) pay what you can afford, 2) pay what you would typically pay, or 3) pay what you would typically pay, plus a little extra. In March 2025, Taste Project opened its second Taste Community Restaurant location at 200 North Cooper Street in Arlington. To learn more, visit us at www.tasteproject.org or find us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.
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