Cleveland's Top Chefs Fundraiser Returns with Expanded Lineup

Annual event at ICASI on June 14 features 20 of the city's top culinary talents

Apr. 14, 2026 at 5:14pm

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A bold, abstract pop art illustration featuring a repeated pattern of a chef's toque hat in bright neon colors, conceptually representing the energy and diversity of Cleveland's food culture.The annual Cleveland's Top Chefs fundraiser celebrates the city's vibrant culinary scene while supporting the development of future culinary talent.Cleveland Today

The third annual Cleveland's Top Chefs fundraiser is returning this summer with a new date, an expanded lineup of 20 chefs, and a deeper focus on supporting the next generation of culinary talent in the city.

Why it matters

The Top Chefs event has become a highly anticipated annual celebration of Cleveland's vibrant and diverse food scene, drawing crowds of food enthusiasts while also raising funds for culinary education programs that nurture up-and-coming chefs.

The details

This year's Top Chefs event will take place on June 14 at the ICASI event space, featuring 20 of the city's most acclaimed chefs serving up signature dishes and cocktails. The expanded lineup includes both established culinary stars as well as rising talents, reflecting the event's goal of highlighting Cleveland's thriving food culture while also supporting the development of future chefs.

  • The third annual Cleveland's Top Chefs fundraiser is returning on June 14, 2026.

The players

Cleveland's Top Chefs

An annual fundraising event that celebrates Cleveland's vibrant food scene and supports culinary education programs.

ICASI

The event space in Cleveland where the Top Chefs fundraiser will be held.

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What’s next

Tickets for the 2026 Cleveland's Top Chefs event will go on sale to the public on May 1.

The takeaway

The expanded lineup and continued growth of the Top Chefs fundraiser underscores Cleveland's reputation as a culinary destination, while also highlighting the city's commitment to nurturing the next generation of culinary talent through educational initiatives.