Visit Milwaukee and Milwaukee Public Market reunite for an unforgettable chef-driven series

Visit Milwaukee and the Milwaukee Public Market are proud to announce the return of Milwaukee Flavor Live, a dynamic culinary series that shines a spotlight on the city's most inventive chefs and restaurants. Taking place on four flavorful nights -- September 11, 25, 30 and October 8 -- this immersive event invites guests to experience the art of cooking up close in the kitchen at the Milwaukee Public Market.

 

Building on the success of the inaugural Milwaukee Flavor Live held earlier this spring, the fall edition brings a fresh new format and a diverse lineup of celebrated local chefs. Each evening will feature live demonstrations, interactive tastings, and behind-the-scenes stories that reveal the heart and soul behind some of Milwaukee’s most beloved restaurants.

 

This fall’s Milwaukee Flavor Live also works in tandem with the launch of Visit Milwaukee’s first-ever printed cookbook, “Milwaukee Flavor: The Cookbook,” a collection of recipes and stories from the chefs who shape the city’s culinary scene. Attendees will be able to purchase the cookbook onsite. 

 

“Milwaukee Flavor Live gives people a unique opportunity to not only taste what makes Milwaukee’s food scene so special, but to meet the incredible chefs behind the dishes,” said Josh Albrecht, chief marketing officer at Visit Milwaukee. “This series, along with the launch of our new cookbook, builds on the national exposure ‘Top Chef’ brought to Milwaukee and continues to elevate our city's culinary identity for locals and visitors alike.”

 

A collage featuring three chefs and three corresponding dishes. From left to right: a male chef in a white coat next to a plate of eggs and schnitzel with gravy; a man in a plaid shirt beside fried chicken being dipped in sauce; a woman in a denim jacket and scarf next to a colorful salad bowl with avocado and grains; and a woman with curly hair in a floral blouse beside a bowl of yellow curry with vegetables. Each portrait pairs with a dish that reflects their culinary style.

The Lineup:
 
  • Thursday, September 11: Joe Muench, Black Shoe Hospitality. Demonstrating how to make schnitzel and two additional comfort-focused creations.
  • Thursday, September 25: Dana Spandet, Flour Girl & Flame. Bringing shakshuka and a Dutch baby from their globally inspired, wood-fired kitchen.
  • Tuesday, September 30: Ruta Kahate, Ruta’s Fresh Indian Fare. Sharing Devil Dung Potatoes, Fluffy Millet with Cashews, and Green Bean Peanut Salad.
  • Wednesday, October 8: Kyle Knall, Birch. Featuring K Nall's BBQ wings alongside two bold, seasonal dishes.
 
Each ticket includes:
 
  • A live cooking demonstration with a featured chef
  • Tastings of each dish
  • An exclusive Q&A with the chefs who will offer personal insights and cooking wisdom

 

Milwaukee Flavor Live celebrates the chefs and dishes that help define the city’s culinary identity. Each night offers a new flavor-forward perspective shaped by talent, creativity, and heart.

 

Tickets are limited. Reserve yours today and experience Milwaukee Flavor Live this fall!

 

For more information and tickets, visit milwaukeepublicmarket.org/class/cooking-classes