Arizona’s Top Chefs Return for a Summer-Long Dinner Series Supporting Local Restaurants from May to September

Chef Stephen Jones

Arizona’s independent restaurants have always been more than just places to eat. They are the heartbeats of our neighborhoods, the creative outlets of passionate chefs, and gathering spaces where stories unfold over shared plates. This summer, you are invited to support the Valley’s vibrant dining community by taking part in a unique and meaningful culinary journey: The 2026 Devour Summer Chef Series.

Running from May through September, the Summer Chef Series is a 5-part dinner collaboration featuring five of Arizona’s most celebrated chefs. Each month, two chefs will unite to craft an exclusive 4-course pairing menu, spotlighting local ingredients, seasonal flavors and their shared love for Arizona’s culinary scene. Hosted across five different restaurants, each experience offers guests an intimate, immersive look into the spirit of collaboration that defines our food community.

But this series isn’t just about the food — it’s about showing up for the people who make it.

“Summer is the most challenging season for independent restaurants in Arizona,” said Kimber Lanning, founder and CEO of Local First Arizona. “The Devour Summer Chef Series is our way of celebrating the chefs, teams and industry that pour their hearts into this work all year long. It’s a chance to support local in the most delicious way possible.”

EVENT DETAILS:

Five Dinners | Five Chefs | Five Unique Experiences

Fourth Tuesday of Each Month | 6 p.m. | Extremely Limited Seats

•   May 26: Chefs Lori Hashimoto & Justin Beckett | Beckett’s Table

•   June 23: Chefs Justin Beckett & Bernie Kantak | The Gladly

•   July 28: Chefs Gio Osso & Lori Hashimoto | Hana Japanese Eatery

•   Aug. 25: Chefs Bernie Kantak & Stephen Jones | Venue to be announced

•   Sept. 22: Chefs Stephen Jones & Gio Osso | Virtu Honest Craft

Tickets are limited for this series of 5 collaborative dinners and are expected to sell out quickly. Beginning April 27, individual dinner tickets are available for $250 per dinner. Each event offers not only a remarkable meal but a chance to be part of something bigger: supporting Arizona’s independent restaurants when they need it most.

Celebrate local. Eat local. Support local. This is your invitation to experience summer through the eyes — and talents — of Arizona’s finest.

Reserve your seat and be part of an unforgettable summer rooted in purpose, passion and community.

Tickets go on sale April 27 at $250 per dinner. Seats are extremely limited and expected to sell out fast.

Learn more at devourgoodfood.com/summer-chefs-series.