Culinary Arts Series 2024
The Hammond Regional Arts Center is excited to present the 2024 Culinary Arts Series beginning on May 13. 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 will begin 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.
2024 Culinary Arts Series
Monday, May 13 at 6 p.m.
Buddies Bar & Grill
featuring Owner-Chef Michael Liuzza and Executive Chef Matt HauckChefs of Buddies Bar and Grill receiving a token of appreciation, a sculpture, made by artist Jerry Hymel. Pictured, from left, Executive Chef Matt Hauck, Hammond Regional Art Center Executive Director, Melissa Griffin, Buddies Bar and Grill owner, Chef Michael Liuzza. Photo by Pam Bankston.
Monday, June 10 at 6 p.m.
Salty Joe's
featuring Chef Francisco EsquedaChefs of Salty Joe's Restaurant receiving a token of appreciation, a sculpture, made by artist Jerry Hymel. Pictured, from left, Chef Francisco Esqueda, with his daughter Hallie, Chef Andrew Cambre, and Hammond Regional Art Center Executive Director, Melissa Griffin. Photo by Pam Bankston.
Monday, July 15 at 6 p.m.
Jacmel
featuring Chef Brandon MartinezChef Brandon Martinez and his team receiving a token of appreciation, a sculpture, made by artist Jerry Hymel. Photo by Pam Bankston.
Monday, August 12 at 6 p.m.
Cena; Hammond
featuring Cena; Hammond Culinary Team & Chanc Kinchen, Proprietor