June 21 - Opening Day

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From the moment they stepped onto the MasterChef stage in 2021, Anne Hicks has been unstoppable in the culinary world. With a passion for bold flavors and an undeniable talent in the kitchen, they went on to launch a spice company, bringing their signature blends to food lovers everywhere. Beyond that, Anne Hicks has taken the food scene by storm—curating unforgettable private dining experiences, judging top-tier cooking competitions, and becoming the face of major brands through mouthwatering content creation. Anne’s expertise and charisma even landed her a spot at the VIP tailgate event alongside the biggest stars of the Food Network, proving she belong among the best of the best. And this? This is only the beginning. Stay tuned—because Anne Hicks is just heating up!

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Chef Anne Michelle has already begun collaborating with Locavore Farm, guiding the planting of heritage grains, vibrant root vegetables, and fragrant herbs that will play a starring role in her upcoming menu. With fire as her medium and the land as her muse, she will transform the freshest ingredients into a feast that captivates both the palate and the imagination. Guests will gather as flames leap and flavors develop, experiencing firsthand the artistry and passion that define her cooking.

July 26

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Chicago-based and internationally traveled, Chef Aram Reed is renowned for his expertise in private dining, catering, and interactive culinary instruction. A Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef, Aram refined his craft in Sorrento, Italy, embracing the art of regional Italian cooking before establishing his bespoke dining business in Chicago. With a passion for bold flavors and fresh ingredients, he creates stunning, customized menus that deliver an unforgettable experience for every guest.

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Chef Aram’s involvement with Dine on the Land has already influenced Locavore’s planting decisions. His request for delicate fennel, vibrant heirloom tomatoes, and fragrant herbs ensures that the ingredients he will cook with are at peak freshness, harvested just hours before they hit the fire. When he steps into the outdoor kitchen, guests will witness an electrifying, immersive experience—an open-air spectacle of grilling, fire-roasting, and storytelling that bridges the gap between chef and diner, farm and table.

August 23

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Chef Jenn Beach is more than a chef—she’s a culinary alchemist, weaving the principles of Integrative Nutrition, Ayurveda, and high-performance nutrition into vibrant, plant-based creations that nourish the body and soul. Her Dine on the Land feast will be entirely plant-based and will feature an all-woman crew, creating a uniquely powerful and transformative dining experience.

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Her menus are carefully crafted to support holistic wellness, with an emphasis on fresh, organic, and local ingredients that energize and heal. For Dine on the Land, Chef Jenn’s vision has already shaped Locavore’s seasonal plantings. Specialty greens, adaptogenic herbs, and heirloom root vegetables are being cultivated to bring her menus to life. Guests will gather around the open-fire kitchen as she transforms these nutrient-dense ingredients into dishes that are both artful and restorative. With every plate, she delivers not just flavor but a philosophy—one that invites guests to reconnect with food, the land, and themselves.

September 20

More than just childhood best friends, Seth Bradley and Ryan Silver (Chicago) are the dynamic duo behind Nude Dude Food, one of Chicago’s most innovative catering companies. Their passion lies in redefining the dining experience—proving that exceptional food should never come at the cost of fun, connection, or feeling your best.

Known for their engaging and interactive approach, Seth and Ryan have built a reputation for bringing high-energy, unforgettable in-home dining experiences to the table. Whether suiting up in traditional chef coats for a refined event or crafting bold, artfully plated dishes in a relaxed setting, their focus remains the same—flavor, technique, and an experience that’s as entertaining as it is delicious.

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For Dine on the Land, the duo will bring their signature style to Locavore’s open-air kitchen, working with the freshest ingredients harvested just steps from the table. Guests will witness their expertise in fire-driven cooking, blending technique, humor, and flavor into a feast that’s as vibrant as their personalities.

July 12

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A returning favorite at Locavore Farm’s Dine on the Land series, Chef Adam Allison brings his signature fusion of bold Southern and Southwestern flavors to the farm’s open-air kitchen. A Food Network Chopped Champion and Supermarket Stakeout winner, Adam has cooked at The Masters, multiple Super Bowls alongside Guy Fieri and Aaron May, and served as a private chef to celebrities and professional athletes. As the owner of Brightside Burgers, Brightside Catering, and Tortoise & Hare, his culinary empire continues to grow, but his passion remains rooted in community and food-driven philanthropy.

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Chef Adam has already begun selecting ingredients for his upcoming menu at Locavore, inspiring this season’s plantings with requests for specialty peppers, heirloom corn, and robust Southern greens. Guests will watch as he fires up the grill and smoker, transforming the freshest harvest into a feast that embodies his signature style—rustic yet refined, soulful yet inventive. Under the sky, surrounded by the land that nourishes them, guests will experience not just a meal but a revival of the senses.

August 9

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Chef Mat Meyer is more than a culinary artist—he’s a testament to resilience, passion, and the power of food to transform lives. As the owner and founder of Ansley Table, an award-winning fine dining company, Mat has built a reputation for crafting unforgettable farm-to-table experiences that go beyond the plate.

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His journey was anything but conventional. Once facing homelessness, he worked relentlessly to build a career in the culinary world, turning his love for food into both a creative outlet and a bridge for human connection. Today, he leads one of Arizona’s premier private dining and catering companies while giving back to the community that once supported him. Serving on the board of a housing organization that helped him in his hardest moments, Mat now advocates for others facing similar challenges.

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For Dine on the Land, Mat’s philosophy of food as connection will come alive as he transforms just-harvested ingredients into an extraordinary open-fire feast. Guests will not only taste his expertise but experience the heart behind every dish—where every bite tells a story of resilience, generosity, and the beauty of gathering around the table.

September 13

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Currently a Sous Chef at Perilla, one of Chicago’s top 50 restaurants, Max Kolker is a rising star in the culinary world. His background includes working at acclaimed establishments like North Pond, Disney’s Tiffins Signature Dining, and Aspen Meadows Resort. His expertise spans everything from fine dining to wood-fired cooking, and he thrives in high-energy, innovative kitchens.

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At Locavore, Max is already influencing the farm’s crop selections, requesting specialty Korean peppers, Napa cabbage, and garlic chives to complement his vision. With the outdoor grill, smokers, and open-fire pit moved to center stage, guests will witness him expertly searing, basting, and charring ingredients to perfection. His approach fuses technique with instinct, tradition with modernity—a thrilling balance that will unfold before guests’ eyes in a feast of fire and flavor.