Visit Milwaukee and Milwaukee Public Market Partner for Milwaukee Flavor Live: A Fresh Four-Course Culinary Journey

MILWAUKEE (December 12, 2024) – Get ready to experience the bold, fresh flavors of Milwaukee’s culinary scene at Milwaukee Flavor Live: A Fresh Four-Course Culinary Journey on February 6, 2025, from 6-8 p.m. at the Milwaukee Public Market. This one-of-a-kind event will bring together eight of the city’s top chefs to create an interactive four-course meal to continue to bring awareness to Milwaukee’s stellar culinary scene and build upon the success of The Milwaukee Cookbook, which is now named Milwaukee Flavor — The Cookbook.

Milwaukee Flavor Live will feature a unique dining experience where guests can craft their own four-course meal, selecting from a variety of dishes prepared by renowned local chefs. Each course will offer a choice between two dishes, allowing attendees to explore different flavors and cooking styles while enjoying an evening of culinary delights.

The event will be emceed by Chef Adam Pawlak and participating chefs:

• Amalinda’s Gregory Leon preparing Caramel Custard
• The Diplomat’s Dane Baldwin preparing The Diplomat’s Caesar Salad
• Lupi & Iris’ Adam Siegel preparing Grandma’s Chicken Soup
• Ruby’s Bagels’ Daniela Ruby Varela preparing Albondigas
• Sanford’s Justin Aprahamian preparing Braised Duck Leg Tacos
• Strange Town’s Mia LeTendre preparing Strawberry-Rhubarb Crisp
• Taqwa’s Bakery & Restaurant Taqwa Obaid preparing Makloba

In addition to the delectable four-course meal, attendees will enjoy two signature cocktails crafted by Milwaukee mixologists Ryan Castelaz of Agency and Katie Rose of Goodkind. Guests will also have the opportunity to participate in a “Chef’s Secret Ingredient Challenge,” where they can sample small bites from chef Ramses Alvarez and guess each dish’s secret ingredient.

“We are thrilled to launch Milwaukee Flavor Live with our great partners at the Milwaukee Public Market to showcase the heart of Milwaukee’s culinary scene. This event is a testament to our commitment to promoting Milwaukee’s vibrant food culture to the world,” says Josh Albrecht, chief marketing officer for Visit Milwaukee.

Milwaukee Flavor – The Cookbook showcases personal recipes from local chefs and tells the stories behind the dishes that make them special. Written by Milwaukee native Ann Christenson and photographed by Kevin Miyazaki, Milwaukee Flavor – The Cookbook features over 90 recipes and will be  available for pre-order on www.visitmilwaukee.org at a later date. Ann Christenson has written about Wisconsin food and food culture since the late 1990s and is the longtime dining editor at Milwaukee Magazine. Kevin Miyazaki’s food, travel, portrait and interior photography has been featured in publications including The New York Times, Smithsonian, Food Network, House Beautiful, Architectural Digest, Martha Stewart Living and AARP.

“The Milwaukee Public Market has been a backdrop for so many memorable events, and Milwaukee Flavor Live promises to be one of the most exciting yet,” says Alison Enders, Events & Hospitality Manager at the Milwaukee Public Market. “We’re thrilled to host this exceptionally unique culinary experience that celebrates Milwaukee’s incredible chefs and supports Visit Milwaukee and their new cookbook.”

The Milwaukee Public Market, located in the heart of the Historic Third Ward, is an iconic Milwaukee destination known for its 19 independently owned vendors, cooking classes and community events. Milwaukee Flavor Live will take place in the Palm Garden, a flexible space on the Market’s second level often used for private gatherings and special occasions.

Proceeds from Milwaukee Flavor Live will benefit Visit Milwaukee initiatives supporting the hospitality industry.

Tickets for Milwaukee Flavor Live are $175 per person and include:

• Interactive four-course meal prepared by eight of Milwaukee’s top chefs
• Two specialty Milwaukee Flavor – The Cookbook cocktails or . Additional drinks will be available for purchase at the cash bar
• Participation in Chef’s Secret Ingredient Challenge
• Exclusive 25% discount on Milwaukee Flavor – The Cookbook pre-orders

Tickets can be purchased online here. A limited number of tickets are available, so early booking is encouraged

About Visit Milwaukee

Visit Milwaukee creates economic impact and supports a stronger, more inclusive community by promoting the Greater Milwaukee area as a premier tourism destination. Strengthened by Visit Milwaukee’s dynamic convention and leisure marketing initiatives, tourism to Milwaukee contributes $6.388 billion to the local economy, supporting nearly 44,000 hospitality employees. Visit Milwaukee has over 1000 members, including hotels/motels, restaurants, attractions, services, and area businesses. The Wisconsin Center District, with its recently completed $456 million Baird Center expansion, the city of Wauwatosa, and Potawatomi Casino | Hotel are strategic partners with Visit Milwaukee, providing funding support for conventions and tourism programs. For more information call (800) 554-1448 or visit www.visitmilwaukee.org.

About Milwaukee Public Market

Since opening its doors in 2005, the Milwaukee Public Market has emerged as Milwaukee’s iconic food and event destination, recently earning recognition as the #1 Best Public Market in the country. Home to 19 independently owned vendors, and a hub for public and private community events and cooking classes, the market celebrates the best of local Milwaukee flavors and traditions.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.