Join Us for Why We Cook

Experience the passion, skill, and purpose that drive some of Baltimore’s most celebrated chefs in our Why We Cook event series. Each event is a unique culinary journey, showcasing the talent and stories behind the dishes while supporting a greater cause—building brighter futures through the Franciscan Center’s Dignity Plates program.

Each evening, you’ll enjoy

  • Exquisite tastings prepared by the featured chef
  • Pairings to complement each bite
  • Personal stories and insights from the chefs themselves

Attend one or join us for all four experiences.

  • Event 1: August 25 with Zack Mills of True Chesapeake
  • Event 2: September 30 with John Shields of Gertrude’s Chesapeake Kitchen
  • Event 3: DATE TBD
  • Event 4: DATE TBD

Reserve your seat today!

Space is limited for these intimate dinners.
Only 40 seats are available per evening.
$175 per person or sponsor the entire evening for 40 guests for $6,000.

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By attending, you’re helping support aspiring culinary professionals through the Franciscan Center’s Dignity Plates program – reminding us that the journey behind the plate matters just as much as the final dish.
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