MaxLove Project’s Chef’s Table Friendship Dinner is not a gala dinner; it’s a transformative experience—a multi-course friendship feast crafted by the talented Chef Cathy McKnight and her extraordinary group of culinary champions, Team Green. Set against the stunning backdrop of Tanaka Farms, this event showcases the highest quality ingredients, expertly prepared over open flames and served family-style in a breathtaking hilltop setting.

Join us for an evening that transcends dining. The Chef’s Table Friendship Dinner is a unique opportunity to be inspired, give back, and connect with a community of passionate change-makers dedicated to enhancing the health and wellbeing of children battling cancer and rare diseases.

Meet Our All-Star Culinary Team!

Cathy McKnight - Culinary Team Leader
Whitney Aronoff - Starseed Kitchen
Paul Buchanan - Primal Alchemy
Paddy Glennon - Superior Seafood Co.
Claudia Gonzalez - Cheffy Clau
Andrew Johnson - Anneliese Schools
Coby Laird - Chef Volunteer
Jeannie Lin - Doctor & Chef
Richard Mead - Farmhouse at Roger's Gardens
Michael Puglisi - Herd & Grace
Samantha Savage - The Salt Horse
Doug Settle - Hearth & Harvest
Tony Thomason - Chef Volunteer
with culinary student volunteers from Orange County School of the Arts!

At MaxLove Project, we believe in the power of hope and community to drive meaningful change for families facing the challenges of childhood cancer and rare diseases. Our Chef’s Table Friendship Dinner embodies this spirit of transformation, wellness, and resilience. It is fueled by the therapeutic energy of Tanaka Farms, a place where nature and nourishment come together.

Thanks to the unwavering commitment of our friends, Farmer Tanaka and Chef Cathy McKnight with Team Green, along with our valued supporters and sponsors, this event is more than just a dinner—it’s a catalyst for real change. Together, we can create a brighter future for the families we serve. Join us in this inspiring journey and be part of something truly special.

Learn more at: https://www.maxloveproject.org/chefs-table-friendship-dinner

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About MaxLove Project

We work to increase the quality of life and reduce health risks for families surviving childhood cancer and related rare diseases. We support families with evidence-based integrative healthcare with a focus on culinary medicine, whole-body health, mental wellness tools, therapeutic social support, and expert-designed educational resources. Our programs are available nationwide online through our private app platform and also in-person in Orange County, CA.

Learn more at www.maxloveproject.org.

Carrot Cake donated by Mamolo's Fine Pastries (formerly Viktor Benes Bakery)