





THURS., JUNE 12TH, 2025 • THE BIRCHWOOD HOTEL
340 Beach Drive NE. in Downtown St. Pete
Presented by Visit St. Pete/Clearwater, Tampa Bay Restaurant Week is back from June 12th through 22nd, and we're kicking off everyone's favorite food week with some of the Tampa Bay area's top chefs!
Meet The Chefs is a unique opportunity to rub elbows with and sample small plates by some of the minds behind favorite Tampa Bay area restaurants and menu items. Plus, drink sampling, and more.
This is an exclusive cocktail-style sampling event with a limited number of tickets available and sells out every year.
A portion of proceeds benefits Feeding Tampa Bay!
Book your stay & savor in style
2025'S FEATURED CHEFS
Sampling Menu 2025
Birch & Vine
Beef Tataki - Smoked Striploin, Black Rice Pudding, Garlic-Chili Pepper Sauce, Umami Spice, Fried Soba
QSouthern BBQ
Tallow fried Chicharron seasoned with BBQ Rub, sliced Texas style Brisket, topped with locally famous Mac-n-Chz, and Guava Pickled Onion
HEW Parlor & Chophouse at The Fenway Hotel
Ahi poke taco's with Wasabi crema & Nori Kimchi slaw
Ocean Hai at the JW Marriott Clearwater Beach
Spiced Kohitsuji - Tender, spiced lamb chops over creamy cauliflower purée, finished with a zesty roasted tomatillo mint sauce. Topped with crispy purple kale and fresh microgreens for a bold, balanced bite.
The Brinehouse
Sherry Brined Lamb Belly, Olive Artichoke Relish, Sherry Vinegar Gastrique, Piquillo Hazelnut Romesco & Roasted Garlic Yucca Cake
Teak St. Pete
Pineapple Sweet Heat Glazed Lamb Ribs with Green Papaya and Jicama Slaw, Guava Vinaigrette
Cafe Gala at The Dali Museum
San Sebastián Chistorra Albóndigas with Manchego Almond Sauce
Taverna Costale
Fabio's Famous Meatballs with Tomato Sugo, Ricotta, Grana Padano, Fresh Basil
Highland House
Strawberry basil crostini with herbed goat cheese with balsamic reduction &
Spicy smoked Florida gator red hot sausage, Texas toast, chow chow, and grain mustard
A PORTION OF PROCEEDS GO TO FEEDING TAMPA BAY
We're so excited to partner with Feeding Tampa Bay!
Did you know?
• 1 in 4 children currently do not know where their next meal will come from
• 1 in 6 adults are facing food insecurity
• 1 million + are food insecure in our 10 county region
As one of the nation’s top hunger relief organizations, Feeding Tampa Bay is ending hunger by fueling human potential in every family, child and senior across our 10-county region. By leveraging the daily connection around a meal, the organization is evolving its partnerships, programs and services with a goal to break down barriers and create long-term health and capability in the lives of the individuals it serves. Feeding Tampa Bay has continuously evolved its services, doubling its reach to serve nearly 1 million people in our community, and anticipates it will serve more than 85 million meals this year. Feeding Tampa Bay and its community stand together to lift our neighbors, because food makes tomorrow possible.




















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Interested in being a part of Meet The Chefs?
For additional information, please contact Leigh at leigh@cltampa.com