Signature Chef Dinner: A Taste to Remember 2026 Presented by First Watch

Welcome to A Taste to Remember at the Tampa River Center! Join us on August 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM for an unforgettable culinary experience. Indulge in a variety of dishes that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Don't miss out on this opportunity to savor delicious flavors in a beautiful setting by the river. Mark your calendars, come hungry and let's raise some money for scholarships!

Event Date: August 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM (EST)

Last Year's Participating Restaurants & Chefs;

• ARDEA at East Lake Woodlands Country Club | Chef Tim Kielich
• Baycare Health Systems | Chef JJ Layton
• Catering by the Family | Chef Steve Gonzalez
• Chez Shay's Sweets | Chef Shayla Daniels
• EURO Bake USA | Chef Carlos Villanueva
• First Watch | Chef Shane Shaibly
• Robinson High School Culinary | Chef Kendra Mastrone
• Keiser University Center for Culinary Arts | Chef Samantha Slechta
• Q Southern BBQ | Chef Cameron Capri
• The Tampa Club | Chef Thomas Mandzik
• Jay Luigi | Chef Janathan Harrah
• Cigar Cit Brewery| Chef Mike Bradley

🔥 Professional Culinary Excellence
🎸 Rock Star Energy
🖤 Tampa Edge
🎓 Future Industry Leaders

This isn’t your typical black-tie event. Think culinary industry meets rock show — polished, stylish, and a little rebellious.

Men & Women Welcome to Mix Style with Edge

• Dark jeans, tailored pants, or sleek skirts
• Blazer, leather jacket, stylish top, or elevated blouse
• Dresses, jumpsuits, or modern cocktail attire welcome
• All-black fits strongly encouraged
• Statement accessories welcome (chains, bold jewelry, hats, etc.)
• Clean sneakers, boots, heels, or stylish flats acceptable

• Chef coats or culinary jackets (black preferred)
• Culinary jackets with personality or brand flair
• Dark jeans, chef pants, or tailored trousers
• Stylish boots, sneakers, or professional footwear

Keep things polished while maintaining that unmistakable VooDoo Chef vibe.
This is where Tampa’s culinary culture, community icons, and the next generation of chefs collide.

Event Venue

Tampa River Center, 402 West Laurel Street, Tampa, United States

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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