For the first time since 2019, chefs will once again showcase their time and talents for a cause at Dim Sum Give Some, which will take place on Sunday, March 3, 2024.
The event, hosted by Chefs Dan Jacobs and Dan Van Rite of Dandan and EsterEv, was created to build awareness of Kennedy’s Disease and raise funds for the important work of the Kennedy’s Disease Association.
About the event
The event, which will be held on Sunday, March 3rd from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Milwaukee Athletic Club, will feature a virtual smorgasbord of small plates from more than 25 restaurants in Milwaukee and beyond. The event will also feature a cash bar and a 50/50 raffle.
Participating chefs and restaurants for 2024 include:
- Milwaukee Athletic Club
- Nelson German of alaMar Dominican Kitchen (Oakland, California)
- Daniel Jacobs and Dan Van Rite of DanDan and EsterEv
- Gregory Leon of Amilinda
- Thomas Hauck of The Immigrant Room at the American Club (Kohler)
- Karen Bell of Bavette Milwaukee
- Kaleena Bliss of Cindy’s Rooftop (Chicago)
- Justin Aprahamian of Sanford
- Joe Muench of Black Shoe Hospitality
- Zach Engel of Galit (Chicago)
- Kristen Schwab of The Wolf on Broadway
- Kyle Knall of Birch
- Jason Hammel of Lula Cafe (Chicago)
- Kyle Toner of Sorella
- Kurt Fogle of Dairyland
- Paul Zerkel and Lisa Kirkpatrick of Goodkind
- Dane Baldwin of The Diplomat
- Joe Flamm of Rose Mary (Chicago)
- Ross Bachhuber and Samuel Ek of Odd Duck
- Elena Terry of Wild Bearies (Wisconsin Dells)
- Paul Bartolotta of Bartolotta Restaurant Group
- Tory Miller of L’Etoile (Madison)
- Mitch Ciohon of Mitch’s Kitchen
- Sue Ahn of Adalina (Chicago)
- Adam Siegel of Lupi & Iris
- Stephanie Izzard of Girl and the Goat (Chicago)
Strides toward a cure
In 2017, Chef Daniel Jacobs of Dandan and EsterEv was diagnosed with Kennedy's Disease, a rare, currently incurable and non-treatable, genetic neuromuscular disease that, over time, severely impacts patients' mobility and their ability to speak. His diagnosis – along with that of his brother – prompted the chef to take a proactive role in supporting the work to find a cure.
"In light of my diagnosis, my mission has evolved to inspire people who are differently-abled to pursue their passions, especially in the culinary world where physical constraints can be a big barrier," notes Chef Dan Jacobs
Since 2017, Dim Sum Give Some has raised over $100,000 (and counting) in support of the Kennedy’s Disease Association.
Tickets
Dim Sum Give Some is a 21-and-over event. Advance tickets are $100 each and can be purchased online. Each ticket includes small plates and two drink tickets which can be redeemed for beer or wine.
As a passionate champion of the local dining scene, Lori has reimagined the restaurant critic's role into that of a trusted dining concierge, guiding food lovers to delightful culinary discoveries and memorable experiences.
Lori is an avid cook whose accrual of condiments and spices is rivaled only by her cookbook collection. Her passion for the culinary industry was birthed while balancing A&W root beer mugs as a teenage carhop, fed by insatiable curiosity and fueled by the people whose stories entwine with every dish. Lori is the author of two books: the "Wisconsin Field to Fork" cookbook and "Milwaukee Food". Her work has garnered journalism awards from entities including the Milwaukee Press Club. In 2024, Lori was honored with a "Top 20 Women in Hospitality to Watch" award by the Wisconsin Restaurant Association.
When she’s not eating, photographing food, writing or planning for TV and radio spots, you’ll find Lori seeking out adventures with her husband Paul, traveling, cooking, reading, learning, snuggling with her cats and looking for ways to make a difference.
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