Culinary Arts Series 2026
The Hammond Regional Arts Center is excited to present the Culinary Arts Series 2026! The event will take place at the lovely dining room of Strawberry Manor Events located south of Downtown Hammond on 1690 Veteran's Ave. Culinary Arts Series is a signature fundraising event for the Arts Center that features an intimate dining experience while receiving engagement from our guest chefs.
Each year, the HRAC coordinates with local and regional restaurants to bring a one-of-a-kind culinary experience for patrons. Each event begins at 6 p.m. During the event, each chef will prepare an appetizer, an entrée and a dessert while demonstrating their culinary techniques to attendees. Complimentary wine will be provided with each meal served on antique China. A cash bar is also available.
A limited number of seats are available for the Summer Season (dates below). If you are interested in joining us for those dinners, please contact us at info@hammondarts.org.
2026 Culinary Arts Series - Winter Season
Monday, February 16 at 6 p.m.
featuring
Chef Matthew Lutz
Monday, March 23 at 6 p.m.
featuring
Chef Jaylen Cherry
[Rescheduled] Monday, May 18 at 6 p.m.
featuring
Chef Matias Rojo
With Wine Generously Donated by:
2026 Culinary Arts Series - Summer Season
Monday, June 1 at 6 p.m.
featuring
Buddies Bar & Grill
Owner-Chef Michael Liuzza
Monday, July 20 at 6 p.m.
featuring
featuring Chanc Kinchen, Proprietor
Monday, August 10 at 6 p.m.
featuring
Chef Trenten Oliphant
Special Thanks
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Dana Goblowsky |
Julie Keen |
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 Jerry Hymel's Our Glass Studio | |