Concerts & Cuisine
courtesy WCO
Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra music director Andrew Sewell conducts at a 2019 concert.
media release: Get ready for the ultimate culinary showdown at Concerts & Cuisine 2025, hosted by the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra. On Sunday, April 6, 2025, at Monona Terrace, immerse yourself in Madison's most exciting culinary celebration of the year in support of Concerts on the Square, the soundtrack of Madison summer.
Gourmet Showdown: Top local chefs go head-to-head to create the most mouthwatering appetizers, entrées, and desserts.
Live Music: Enjoy the electrifying energy of the Orchestra, bringing the spirit of Concerts on the Square indoors.
Exclusive Vibes: This isn’t just an event—it’s a night where flavors dance and community comes alive, all in support of Madison's favorite summer tradition.
Silent & Live Auction: Restaurant gift certificates, Badger tickets, plane rides, golf outings, designer handbags, and more. Attendees will have a plethora of items to bid on through the digital silent auction and during the live auction at the event.
Wine Pull: Everyone walks away a winner! Guests could walk away with bottles valued at up to $100 or more with this fun interactive game.
Paddle Raise: Raise the paddle to keep Concerts on the Square free for years to come, guests can show their support by making a paddle raise donation.
Elevate the Experience: Become a table sponsor and enjoy exclusive perks while supporting Concerts on the Square.
Early Bird (Jan 1 – Feb 15): $150
Standard (Feb 16 – April 6): $175
A special thank you to our co-chairs Susan and Jonathan Lipp.
Questions? gala@wcoconcerts.org
Alimentari Executive Chef Dan Bonanno
Banzo
Blue Plate Catering
Cadre Chef Evan Dannells
Calliope Ice Cream Owner Staci Fritz
DelecTable Executive Chef Benjamin Serum
Double Cut Steak House
Draper Brothers Chophouse Executive Chef Christopher Lund
Driftless Glen Distillery Executive Chef David Siegler
Emmi Roth Chef Evan Topel
Heritage Tavern Executive Chef Dan Fox
La Mestiza Chef Antonio Estrada
Le Personal Chef Sami Fgaier
Lucille or Merchant
Madison Club Executive Chef Adam Struebing
Marigold Kitchen Chef and Owner Kristy Heine
Monona Catering
Monsoon Siam Owner Dutdao Wonglaka
Nani Restaurant Executive Chef Justin Jiang
Osteria Papavero Chef Francesco Mangano
RA! Health & Wellness
RARE Steakhouse Manager & Sommelier Owen Foxcroft
RED
Rusty Dog Coffee
Ruth's Chris Steakhouse Executive Chef Juan Montes
St. Charles Station Executive Chef Dave Heide
Tavernakaya Executive Chef Kevin Kuo
Texas Roadhouse
The Good Bowl
The Statehouse Executive Chef Pedro Caldera
Turkish Kitchen Owner Huseyin Cokugurluel
Tutto with a touch of Sass Master Chef Joe Perkins
Uplands Cheese Company Co-Owner Andy Hatch
Willy Street Co-Op Chef Mike Tomaloff
Wollersheim Bistro Chef Romain Coquard
Adedokun Adedoyin Founder, Friendly Black Foodies
Noelle Adedoyin Founder, Friendly Black Foodies
Suzanne Beia Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra Concertmaster
Yusuf Bin-Rella Chef and Founder, TradeRoots
Otehlia Cassidy Owner, Madison Eats Food Tours & Otehlia Travels
Brian Haltinner Rare vintage Madison restauranteur
April Kigeya Founder, Food n Booze
Bianca Martin Host, City Cast Madison
Irene Pawlisch Culinary Instructor, Madison College; Board Member, REAP Food Group;
President, American Culinary Federation (Madison Chapter)
Sydney Ross Founder @explore_madison
Sarah Warner PR and Communications Manager, Destination Madison
Volunteer Judge Coordinator: Lindsay Christians, Food and culture editor, The Capital Times
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