Orlando Florida, October 20, 2025
News Summary
Join the eighth annual A Fall Fête fundraising dinner on October 27 at The Kitchen House in Orlando. This communal dining event will feature local chefs and culinary delights. Proceeds from the dinner support educational initiatives for children in Central Florida, promoting food literacy through hands-on experiences. Tickets range from $250 to $300, with various seating options available to enhance guest engagement with chefs. Sponsorship opportunities are also offered for those who wish to contribute further to this worthy cause.
Orlando — The eighth annual A Fall Fête fundraising dinner will take place from 6-9 p.m. on October 27. The event will be hosted at The Kitchen House, located at 26 E. King St. in Orlando, and tickets for the dinner range from $250 to $300, with sponsorship opportunities available. Every ticket sold will support educational initiatives for Central Florida children.
Event overview and purpose
The evening is presented as a multi-course, communal dining experience designed to promote collaboration, community, and the joy of cooking. Guests will receive cocktails and light bites and will have opportunities to mingle with chefs and other attendees. Seating for A Fall Fête is available outdoors in the garden, on the porch, in the kitchen, and at upstairs tables, allowing guests to interact with chefs.
Chefs and menu format
A lineup of local and regional culinary names will prepare the multi-course dinner. The chefs and their affiliations are:
- Lordfer Lalicon from Kaya
- James and Julie Petrakis from The Ravenous Pig
- Fabrizio Schenardi from Four Seasons Orlando
- Jamie McFadden from Cuisiniers
- Nikk Burton from The Monroe
- Megan Amnott from The Kitchen House
- Kevin Fonzo, co-founder of The Kitchen House
Seating and guest interaction
Seating is intentionally varied to create an intimate and interactive atmosphere: guests may be seated in the garden, on the porch, in the kitchen workspace, or at tables upstairs. The arrangement is designed to let diners observe and engage with the chefs during service.
Organizers and planning
Primary planning leadership for the event includes local food writers and community organizers. One of the primary planners behind the event is Pam Brandon, a local food writer and legendary Disney cookbook author. Sponsorship opportunities are available for individuals and organizations that wish to underwrite parts of the evening or the education programs the event supports.
Educational mission and recent changes
The Kitchen House focuses on educating children where their food comes from, emphasizing hands-on gardening and cooking experiences. The organization has recently changed its name from Edible Education Experience to better reflect its role in the College Park community. Organizers say the event and the organization’s programming are intended to encourage practical food literacy for Central Florida children.
Kevin Fonzo, co-founder of The Kitchen House, commented on the importance of teaching kids about food, stating that hands-on gardening and cooking with ingredients harvested by children can create a clear learning moment. The event is being presented as a way to showcase that educational approach and to raise funds for continued programming.
Community impact
A Fall Fête is described by organizers as a cozy, communal dinner focused on community engagement through food. All proceeds from ticket sales are designated to support educational initiatives for Central Florida children, reinforcing The Kitchen House team’s commitment to local education and community involvement.
FAQ
When will the eighth annual A Fall Fête fundraising dinner take place?
The eighth annual A Fall Fête fundraising dinner will take place from 6-9 p.m. on October 27.
Where will the event be held?
The event will be hosted at The Kitchen House, located at 26 E. King St. in Orlando.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets for the dinner range from $250 to $300, with sponsorship opportunities available.
Who are the chefs participating in the dinner?
Guests will enjoy a multi-course dinner prepared by a lineup of renowned chefs: Lordfer Lalicon from Kaya; James and Julie Petrakis from The Ravenous Pig; Fabrizio Schenardi from Four Seasons Orlando; Jamie McFadden from Cuisiniers; Nikk Burton from The Monroe; Megan Amnott from The Kitchen House; Kevin Fonzo, co-founder of The Kitchen House.
What is The Kitchen House’s educational focus?
The Kitchen House focuses on educating children where their food comes from, emphasizing hands-on gardening and cooking experiences.
Has The Kitchen House recently changed its name?
The Kitchen House has recently changed its name from Edible Education Experience to better reflect its role in the College Park community.
What seating options are available at A Fall Fête?
Seating for A Fall Fête is available outdoors in the garden, on the porch, in the kitchen, and at upstairs tables, allowing guests to interact with chefs.
Who is one of the primary planners behind the event?
Pam Brandon, a local food writer and legendary Disney cookbook author, is one of the primary planners behind the event.
What will ticket proceeds support?
The event aims to promote collaboration, community, and the joy of cooking, with every ticket sold aiding educational initiatives for Central Florida children.
Simple event features chart
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Date and time | 6-9 p.m. on October 27 |
| Location | The Kitchen House, 26 E. King St. in Orlando |
| Ticket range | $250 to $300 |
| Seating options | Garden, porch, kitchen, upstairs tables |
| Number of featured chefs | 7 |
| Primary planner noted | Pam Brandon |
| Educational focus | Hands-on gardening and cooking experiences for children |
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Additional Resources
- Orlando Sentinel: A Fall Fête Fundraising Dinner
- Wikipedia: Fundraising
- Orlando Weekly: Norman Van Aken Fundraising Reception
- Google Search: Orlando Events 2025
- Broadway World: Fall Fête: Angels and Demons
- Google Scholar: Fundraising Events
- Orlando Sentinel: Edible Education Experience Event
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Food Literacy
- Multi-Housing News: Carnegie Park’s Fall Fête
- Google News: Fall Fête Orlando
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