NWI Food Council Announces their 10th Anniversary Gala

Hobart, IN — October 12, 2026 — NWI Food Council is proud to announce its 10th Anniversary Annual Gala. Join us as we celebrate 10 years of impact, the farmers who make it all possible, and the community that continues to grow this work alongside us.  We’ll raise a glass—and raise support—for the next decade of cultivating Food Justice for All in Northwest Indiana.

10 Years of Impact

Thursday, November 12, 2026  |  5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

County Line Orchard, Hobart, IN

The Farmer & The Chef is a lively celebration of the connections that bring local food from the farm to our plates. Gather with friends, neighbors, farmers, chefs, food lovers, and community leaders for an elevated, multi-course dining experience featuring ingredients sourced from local farms and producers and thoughtfully prepared by talented regional chefs.

Featured Chefs

• Nick Alessandri — River Forest Schools
• Bob McClellan — Fuzzyline Brewing
• Michael Lanzerotte — Meraki Group
• Nicole Bissonette — Fish Camp
• Jack Velazquez — Hammond Area Career Center

An Evening Around the Table

The evening will feature:

• A welcoming reception with appetizers and specialty locally crafted beverages
• An immersive story walk bringing the work and impact of NWIFC to life
• A thoughtfully curated multi-course dinner featuring ingredients from local farms and producers
• Stories and introductions highlighting the farmers and chefs behind the meal
• Community-style tables designed to encourage conversation and connection
• Live art and musical entertainment in a warm, rustic atmosphere
• A curated silent auction featuring local experiences, products, and one-of-a-kind offerings
• Raffle opportunities and special fundraising moments throughout the evening
• Opportunities to directly support the Northwest Indiana Food Council and the future of our regional food system

✨ Come celebrate the people behind our food—and help us cultivate what comes next.

Tickets & Information

For tickets and more information, visit: https://nwifoodcouncil.networkforgood.com/events/105916-the-farmer-the-chef