ACF Chicago Chefs

09/29/2026

Thank you everyone that came out to our Oktoberfest meeting last night. We had a wonderful evening and great weather. Special thank you to Chef Elijah Pulley CEC and his team at the Saddle and Cycle Club for hosting us. We look forward to seeing you all at our next meeting.

09/13/2026

Please join us for our next meeting! Oktoberfest hosted by the Cycle and Saddle Club Purchase tickets today: https://acfchicagochefs.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php

04/14/2026

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Chicago Chefs W**e Tasting
Join us Monday, April 20th at Affinity Group for a w**e tasting with Libbey.
Lisa Fuhrmann, Level 4 W**e Diplomat will be speaking about five w**e varietals and the use of proper glassware. We will taste through a Cava, Prosecco, Orange w**e, Pinot Noir, & Cabernet Sauvignon. Affinity will be preparing food to pair with the w**e. A fun note there will be a few give aways at the end of the tasting. We hope to see you there!

Affinity Group- 2002 S Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights Il 60005

ACF Chicago Chefs represent all who learn, practice and craft the art of gastronomy in greater Chicago. As one of the fastest-growing chapters of the American Culinary Federation, we uphold the highest standards of cooking while supporting a vibrant culinary community through education, professional...

03/17/2026

Save the date for our pig roast throwdown at Tighthead brewing company in Mundelein! We still have room for a couple more teams if you're interested in competing.

01/15/2026

Something to think about… which are you? Einstein or the students?

No matter how competent, knowledgeable, or experienced you are, people often fixate on the rare moments when you falter rather than the vast majority of times you were correct. This phenomenon stems from a cognitive bias where mistakes stand out more than successes, making them seem disproportionate...

01/15/2026

Looking forward to the National Convention this year. If you have never been to a convention before we highly recommend it. Let us know if you have questions about going.

New year. New city. New energy.

Save the date for the 2026 ACF National Convention
📍 Grand Rapids, MI | June 28 – July 2, 2026
Big ideas, bold competitions and the chefs shaping what’s next. Stay tuned – Registration opens soon!

01/15/2026

12/12/2025

Great opportunity ACF Cleveland Akron-Canton Chapter

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Join us for a presentation with Matt Schellig about culinary competition. Chef Schellig an approved ACF judge and experienced competitor. He will be discussing K and F category set up, organization and, how to best set yourself up for success in an ACF approved culinary competition. Even if you do not compete there will be a great amount of information shared about organization and planning that can be used in any kitchen. We will also be swearing in the new board members after the meeting.
Register on our website www.acfchefscle.org

11/26/2025

Look at the example Chef Charlie Baggs Culinary Innovationsovations sets,

It's a meaningful time of the year as our company continues its tradition of leadership by serving over 200 people in the little village area of Chicago. Each family invited has been impacted by the harsh realities of gun violence, with loved ones lost or incarcerated. This marks the 15th year of th...