Beyond the Table
Common Threads 20th Anniversary Event!
On June 2, 2025 – Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate Common Threads’ 20th Anniversary where it all started in Chicago at the Chicago Athletic Association! This exciting reception-style event will feature 20+ chef stations, where renowned chefs will showcase culinary delights from every corner of the globe. Enjoy an auction, with incredible items up for bid, and be inspired speeches by our amazing honorees.
HONOREES
Govind Armstrong
Ann Marie Brodarick
Tres Bailey
Jon Harris
Michelle Bernstein
Shawanna Kennedy
Mark Bertolini
WE ARE NOURISHING COMMUNITIES
For two decades, Common Threads has been dedicated to empowering communities through nutrition education and cooking programs, equipping children and families with lifelong healthy eating habits. This special 20th Anniversary event is not just a celebration—it’s a commitment to the future. All proceeds from the evening will directly support our mission to provide hands-on cooking classes, essential food literacy resources, and access to nutritious meals for underserved communities. Join us as we honor our journey, uplift our impact, and continue fostering a healthier, more nourished world for all.
Live DJ & Entertainment
Culinary Delights
Drinks & Desserts
Exclusive Auction
MEET OUR FEATURED CHEFS
Exclusive to this event, savor delicious bites from renowned chefs as they prepare special dishes LIVE just for you. Each chef is deeply connected to our mission and passionate about supporting our goals.
Art Smith
Reunion
Culinary Committee
Bill Kim
Urban Belly
Culinary Committee
Tony Priolo
Piccolo Sogno
Culinary Committee
Kevin Hickey
The Duck Inn
Culinary Committee
D’Andre Carter
Soul & Smoke
Christine Cikowski
Honey Butter Fried Chicken
Thai Dang
HaiSous
Daniel Espinoza
Santa Masa Tamaleria
Donny Farrell
Ema
Joe Flamm
Rose Mary | il Carciofo
Meg Galus
Good Ambler
Sarah Grueneberg
Monteverde
CJ Jacobson
Aba | Ema
Vinod Kalathil
Thattu
Gene Kato
Momotoro
Jorge Kauam
Gutenburg
Won Kim
Kimski
Russell Kook
The Bellevue
Josh Kulp
Honey Butter Fried Chicken
Andy Lim
Perilla Fare
Margaret Pak
Thattu
Devon Quinn
Eden
Tigist Reda
Demera
Jhoana Ruiz
Santa Masa Tamaleria
Sarah Stegner
Praire Grass
Bailey Sulivan
Monteverde
Cam Waron
Honey Butter Fried Chicken
Lee Wolen
Boka
DJ White Shadow
Official DJ of the Night
Grammy-winning producer and Lady Gaga collaborator DJ White Shadow is bringing the heat as the official DJ for the event.
OUR SPONSORS
