Unlikely Heroes 6th Annual Recognizing Heroes Gala

Unlikely Heroes, a non-profit organization that rescues and restores child victims of slavery worldwide held their 6th Annual Recognizing Heroes Awards Dinner & Charity Benefit on Saturday, October 27, 2018. The evening kicked off with award-winning actor, David Oyelowo and his wife, Unlikely Heroes ambassador and actress, Jessica Oyelowo welcoming guests to a very special evening with a with a non-profit close to their hearts. “We love that you are here and to help set those trapped in slavery free” says David Oyelowo. The two described their unbreakable bond they have established with the girls, Unlikely Heroes and CEO Erica Greve. “When you rescued us, you gave us a fighting chance to live and to become educated to help others in need” says Jessica Oyelowo when asking the girls what you like people to know about you and the Unlikely Heroes foundation. The audience roared with applause when Austin Hurst of Hurst Capital announced that he was pledging a ONE MILLION DOLLAR matching grant that will rescue 200 kids and give them full restorative care for a year! He encouraged guests to match his contribution so that together over 400 children would be rescued. The evening’s keynote speaker was survivor leader, Rebecca Bender.

The 8th Annual Symphony of Chefs Gala Goes Global

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The 8th Annual Symphony of Chefs was held on Monday, February 26, 2018 at Sixty Five Hundred benefiting KidLinks. The night began with the sounds of Corey Breedlove on guitar during a hors d’oeuvres reception prepared by Chef Partner Justin Yoakum from Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar. Notable guests included Jolie & Bart Humphrey, Carmaleta & Otis Felton, Margo & Bill Goodwin, Dr. Tana Roberts & Tim Roberts, Daffan Nettle, Jeanie & Bert Conly, Karen & Mike Dollar and founding event chairs Bonnie & Nathan Shea. As the dinner bell chimed, 250 guests took their seats in front of the 25 featured dinner chef tables. Co-chairs Vinette & Mike Montgomery and Georgia & Marc Lyons welcomed guests to the 8th annual event before turning the podium over to WFAA’s Good Morning Texas co-host Jane McGarry. After recognizing a host of new and returning sponsors and a few brief remarks about the night it was time for the chefs and guests to enjoy their first course.

Chefs find themselves drafted at the 2018 KidLinks VIP Patron & Chef Selection Party

photos c/o Thomas Garza


The US Military draft might have ended in 1973, but the concept was alive and well at the recent 2018 KidLinks VIP Patron & Chef Selection party hosted by The Dallas Cowboys & Legends Hospitality - but this time Tiffany Derry from Bravo TV Top Chef All-Stars and Top Chef Junior fame led the charge in conducting a 23 table & chef selection event at The Star in Frisco for what is sure to be the culinary event of the year. Hamilton A Sneed acted as the War Room correspondent between chefs, guests and sponsors as guests including Ann & J.W. Brown, Aimee & Adam Hall, Mike Dollar & wife Karen and founding event chairs Bonnie & Nathan Shea claimed their table's chef for the upcoming Symphony of Chefs Gala. There were even financial challenges and draft seats being given up raising an extra $5K+ on the spot for the charity.

The 8th Annual Symphony of Chefs will be held on Monday, February 26, 2018 at Sixty Five Hundred benefiting KidLinks. The theme of this culinary evening is “global fare” and will begin with a hors d’oeuvres reception featuring Rising Star Chefs, followed by a seated 4-course dinner prepared table-side by Featured Dinner Chefs and concluding with a decadent dessert reception by a group of incredible Pastry Chefs led by Honorary Chef Chair, Tiffany Derry of Roots Chicken Shak at Legacy Hall. Each course of the evening is paired with wine. Additional highlights of the evening to include live musical entertainment and a lively live auction of chef & dining experiences. This culinary evening is led by Honorary Chair Faye C. Briggs and Event Co-Chairs Georgia & Marc Lyons and Vinette & Mike Montgomery. Good Morning Texas Co-Host Jane McGarry will serve as emcee. Funds raised from this event will support KidLinks efforts to provide healing experiences for the special needs of children through performing arts and media, funded therapeutic music initiatives, university-level Music Therapy training and free or low cost treatment programs for children in need. We are told that only a few seats remain so grab yours for the year's hottest foodie event! http://www.thekidlinks.org/soc.html

Unlikely Heroes Enlists Star Power To Help End Child Trafficking

Photos c/o Rex Curry/AP Images for Unlikely Heroes




On Saturday, November 4, 2017 Unlikely Heroes, a non-profit organization that rescues and restores child victims of slavery worldwide, hosted their 5th Annual Recognizing Heroes Charity Benefit presented by RE:defined Coffee House and sponsored by COOLA Suncare at the Four Seasons Resort & Club Dallas. Local star power included Chef Tiffany Derry, Kellie Rasberry and Allen Evans, Melissa Rycroft Strickland and Real Housewives LeeAnne Locken and D'Andra Simmons. Critically acclaimed comedian Anjelah Johnson and Savannah Chrisley from “Chrisley Knows Best” kicked off the night with a fun rendition of “finish that tune” with singer-songwriter, Shane Stevens. Guests were randomly selected to complete the song lyrics, winning exclusive prizes. Actress Francia Raisa played along, cheering on the crowd singing and dancing with pal and second mother, Mandy Teefey, to Britney Spears’ “Baby One More Time.” Hosts Savannah and Anjelah introduced event chairs, Kenyon and Katie Coleman. “Welcome to the Family” said Kenyon and Katie Coleman as they described the established bond the family has created with the girls, Unlikely Heroes and its founder and CEO Erica Greve. “Erica, thank you for the sacrifice you have made and putting others before yourself, you’re making a difference in the world.” As she was welcomed to the stage with a standing ovation, Greve thanked the crowd for their hospitable support toward the charity benefit and being home for Goldie’s house, their U.S restoration home.

The Cupboard: Fast Casual Fare With Top Chef Flare

Finding healthy, affordable food options - that taste good - is a problem I face every day. I've said many times that when I win the lottery, the first thing I am splurging on is a personal chef so I never have to think about "what's for dinner?" again! Until that glorious day arrives, thank goodness for forward-thinkers like my friend, Tiffany Derry. The Top Chef All-Star is a working Mom herself, so she has a keen understanding of what diners are looking for and need. Derry's latest offering, The Cupboard, Grab ‘N Go By Tiffany Derry, seeks to change the fast casual market showcasing the master chef’s take on soups, salads, sandwiches, and prepared meals. The first location is currently housed in the food hall in Uptown Urban Market at 2600 Cedar Springs Road and Routh St. “When I, along with my partner, Tom Foley, started thinking about our first entry into the Dallas market, we recognized the opportunity to elevate the simple offerings, such as soups and salads,” said Tiffany Derry. “It has always been important for me to become a part of the community and offer our guests fresh, locally sourced food. It’s exciting to launch this concept and continually challenge our team to introduce new offerings to our Cupboard.”

Houlihan's Wants You To Get #Inspiralized About Clean Eating

Houlihan's recently invited me to stop by and check out their new Inspiralized menu. So, I met up with my friend and expert foodie, Chef Tiffany Derry, to give it a whirl and see if the entrees lived up to the hype. The Inspiralized mission is to eat deliciously and creatively by transforming vegetables into noodles and making dishes that are clean-eating friendly. Ali Maffucci created Inspiralized after tasting a pasta dish made with zucchini ‘noodles’ formed with a spiralizer. Inspired, Ali began experimenting at home with this revolutionary kitchen tool. Today, Ali has a popular blog and social media following; a New York times best-selling cookbook; her own branded spiralizer and is often featured in cooking and lifestyle publications and events with partners like Williams-Sonoma and Barnes & Noble. Ali has chosen Houlihan’s to be her partner in exposing others to this healthier, delicious way of eating. There are currently 3 menu items to select from:

Advice For The Real Housewives Of Dallas From Fellow Dallas Celebrities

Dallas is a virtual HOTBED for TV casting. Any major reality or competition show worth its salt makes a stop in Big D when looking to cast interesting or talented characters with big personalities. We've seen our citizens dominate and humiliate in shows like The Bachelor, Dancing With The Stars, Top Chef, Biggest Loser, The Voice, American Idol, Fast & Loud, Texas Women, Big Rich Texas, Most Eligible: Dallas and many more. Last fall Bravo announced that the Real Housewives of Dallas would be the latest addition to their juggernaut franchise and ever since then Dallas has been buzzing with guesses about who would be in the cast. Even I have been fingered as a possibility, which is oh so flattering! While the cast remains in debate, what I know for sure, is that these ladies have NO IDEA what's about to hit them smack upside the head. I've been covering reality TV and celebrity news in this town for a looooooong time and have become friends with many of the stars that make these shows fun to watch. So, I reached out to a few of them to ask, "What do you wish someone had told you before you started your reality/competition TV journey?" Here's some sage advice for the new cast of #RHOD from those who have been there before:

Dallas Chefs Forecast Food Trends For 2015

International Food & Restaurant Consultants, Baum + Whiteman, recently published their 2015 food trend report. Business Insider reports that high on their list is all things tech — from ordering to apps. They also think Sriracha will be replaced by honey-centric sauces (like hot honey) while hummus will take the place of guacamole. And apparently, 2015 is about to become the year of the insects. Their Top Ten predictions for food trends we will see in 2015 include: Pistachios, Pimm's Cup, Iced lattes (with and without alcohol), Shaved ice desserts, 'Nduja Flavored salts, Fermented foods, Savory ice creams and yogurts, Bitter everything (bitter greens, bitter chocolate, bitter coffee), and more craft gin and whiskey producers. But what "experts" predict we will see nationally isn't necessarily what we will see locally - so I reached out to some of our city's savviest chefs to get their take on what trends they expected to serve in 2015 and was also curious as to what 2014 trends they are happy to see hit the road.

John Tesar

John Tesar is one Dallas' most vocal chefs so I was not surprised that he was the first one to respond to my inquiry. "I will be opening a traditional Italian restaurant with all hand made pasta and cooking with wood fire and sous vide in the design district with antipasti and Mediterranean specials nightly (in 2015)," said Tesar via email.

According to blogger Jane McGarry, this new concept will be named Gravy.  According to D Magazine's food editor, Nancy Nichols, Fork is the more likely scenario. 

He also expects to see "more international flavors and ethic traditions in drinks and wine" in the new year. What trend is he happy to leave behind? "Gone are the words of the food critic. Power to the people. Freedom of choice! Over-hyped restaurants with mediocre food all need to make room for real restaurants and real chefs."

Tesar is the owner and executive chef at:
Knife at The Highland Dallas 5680 North Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75206

The Best New Foods for the 2014 State Fair of Texas are...

And the winner is....

Yesterday, I was lucky enough to be a judge in the 10th annual Big Tex Choice Awards. My fellow judges were BBQ Snob Daniel Vaughn, Donovan Lewis from The Ticket and Tiffany Derry from Spike TV's Hungry Investors. There were eight finalists competing for the titles of "Best Tasting" and "Most Creative".

After sampling all of the entires, the judges were unanimous in our decision that the award for "Best Tasting" should go to Clint Probst for his Fried Gulf Shrimp Boil. Justin Martinez took the title of "Most Creative" for his Original State Fair Brew – Funnel Cake Ale.

A day at the State Fair of Texas is not inexpensive, so let me tell you how to use your coupons wisely. Below is my personal opinion about what you don't want to miss and what you can skip when it comes to this year's new foods:

Fried Gulf Shrimp Boil

DON'T MISS Clint Probst’s crowd-pleasing Fried Gulf Shrimp Boil. This Cajun creation features everything you would expect in a shrimp boil rolled into a ball, dusted with Fish Fry, and fried to a golden brown. Baby gulf shrimp, diced red potatoes, onion, lemon, and seasoning are formed around a cocktail shrimp, dusted and fried with the tail sticking out for a handle. Served with a remoulade sauce, the Fried Gulf Shrimp Boil is a unique take on a classic meal, with just the right amount of kick!

As the only non-fried food in the contest, DON'T MISS Funnel Cake Ale. The Original State Fair Brew with its light and delicious ale, reminiscent of one of the telltale flavors of the State Fair – funnel cake! Justin Martinez’s refreshing English style summer ale has been brewed to be crisp, with just the right amount of toastiness and sweetness, finishing with delicate notes of natural vanilla; all great flavors you find in a perfectly executed funnel cake. For those whose taste buds call for a sweeter finish, take advantage of the option to have the rim of your cup coated with powdered sugar.

Tre Wilcox To Offer Cooking Classes With Celebrity Chef Pals

Last fall I spent the afternoon with Tre Wilcox and got to watch firsthand as he held court for one of his cooking "classes".

I use quotes around the word classes, because this is not a traditional class where you make your own food and are instructed step-by-step by the chef. This is more of a belly-up-to-the-bar-and-enjoy-a-cocktail-while-Tre-entertains-you-with-stories-and-shares-cooking-tips-and-tricks kind of class. Personally, I found it infinitely more entertaining than a traditional cooking class.

Wilcox has come up with a fun twist on his classes and asked celebrity chefs to join him for the experience. How great is it that you can now get TWO celebrity chefs for the price of one! Each class, is limited to six people and will be held from noon-­3pm on select Saturday dates in Wilcox’s condo in the Downtown Arts District. The cost is $215 per person and trust me, the entertainment value alone is worth the cost. You'll be laughing throughout the entire class and enjoy a fantastic meal at the end of it. Did I mention he also makes you cocktails? Who knew he was such a good bartender to boot...

Dallas Celebrities Share Their Favorite Back-To-School Memories (Part 1)

Cynthia Smoot, 7th grade tennis team

Depending on what part of DFW you live in, your kids have either just started school or their days are numbered. My son will entering a new phase this year when he starts High School as a freshman. All I can keep thinking, is "How did this happen?! I am not old enough to have a child in high school!" The transition from Middle School to High School is going to be a huge change for the whole family and it has had me reflecting back on my own school days: the good, the bad and the ugly.

I was inspired to reach out to some of my notable connections and ask for their favorite school memories and ask if they had any advice to offer today's students. I had so many great responses, that I had to break them up into two posts. Here is the first installment and I will publish Part Two tomorrow. I hope you enjoy reading their stories as much as I did.

XO, Cynthia

Lauren Przybyl, first day of Pre-K

"I loved my first lunch box from Pre-K. It was Big Bird!!! Not so sure about socks with sandals though - EEK!!!! In elementary school my mom wrote on my lunch napkin every day. Her sweet notes or drawings were always so fun! It wasn't until I had my own daughter that I realized how time consuming and special those napkins were."

Lauren Przybyl
Fox 4 Good Day anchor


"10th grade was pretty awesome! It was the year I recieved my car and started working. I felt so independant and I loved every moment of it." Looking back on school-day fashions Derry recalls, "K-Swiss (shoes) - I used to love them, ha ha. You would keep them so fresh and so clean. All white or black and your were ready. I must admit I wasnt a girly girl!!" When asked for her best piece of back-to-school advice, Derry says, "I tell my son all the time you need to get good grades and concentrate on what your in school for. If you get caught up in extra stuff and hanging with those folks you think are cool and not doing their work you will be in the same place 10 yrs from now."

Tiffany Derry
Chef and television personality
Catch her in "Hungry Investors" on Spike
Top Chef alumnae

Tiffany Derry to debut in Hungry Investors on May 4

Tiffany Derry, Jon Teffer, John Besh  |  photo: Spike TV

Set your DVR's!! Bar Rescue star and renowned bar and nightlife expert Jon Taffer is teaming up with acclaimed celebrity chef and author John Besh and Dallas' own Top Chef All-Star Tiffany Derry to seek out and help “diamond in the rough” failing restaurants meet their potential in the new Spike TV series, Hungry Investors. Each week, the Hungry Investors team puts two struggling restaurants to the test to prove they deserve a second chance at success. The enterprise that shows the most promise of turning things around earns a significant cash investment. Both establishments seek to prove to the expert team that the only thing keeping them from financial fortune and success is finding an investor who believes in them. The series will premiere at 9 p.m. May 4 after the season finale of Bar Rescue, then move to 8 p.m. on subsequent Sunday nights.

Dallas Chefs Lead Food Tour to Lima, Peru

Chefs Tiffany Derry and Uno Immanivong will lead a foodie tour to delight your sense and taste buds in and around Lima, Peru. Due to immense quality and variety of its food, Lima has been declared the Gastronomic Capital of Latin America. The gastronomic boom Lima is experiencing has led to an explosion of more successful and innovative restaurants than ever before. Now you can join two of Dallas' top chefs on the culinary adventure of a lifetime!

Lima is also where the cocktail, Pisco Sour, originated.  You will not only visit the top restaurants in the city, but also have classes in creating your own Pisco Sour cocktails with the topmost authority on this popular spirit from Johnny Schuler.

Other outings will include a tour f the clonal district of Barranco, a visit to a local market in San Isidro to try different fruits and Peruvian products, dine at Chez Wong (famous for its ceviche experience), take a guided tour of Peru's best museum, the Larco Museum, with artifacts relevant to gastronomy, discover Lima's Chinatown, and so much more!

Dallas Celebrities Share Their Favorite Holiday Traditions

If you said the word "holidays" to a group of 200 people, I can guarantee you that 200 different visual reactions would occur within the minds of those being asked. Some of us grew up with lots of traditions and rituals, while others did not. This time of year is magical and wonderful and part of that reason is that everyone celebrates it differently! I asked some of my favorite Dallas celebrities and media pals to share what their favorite holiday traditions were. I hope you enjoy reading their answers as much I as did. Happy holidays!!

"Every Xmas eve since I was a little boy my family has celebrated the Feast of the Seven Fishes*. Now that I have Spoon we celebrate that family tradition in the restaurant.  The next morning I drive out to my wife's family's ranch and open presents with the kids and roast a couple of prime ribs and celebrate! "

- John Tesar, Owner and Executive Chef of Spoon Bar & Kitchen and former Top Chef contestant

*The Feast of the Seven Fishes is an Italian-American Christmas celebration. Today, it is a feast that typically consists of seven different seafood dishes. This celebration commemorates the wait, the Vigilia di Natale, for the midnight birth of the baby Jesus. 

"My favorite part of the season is reminiscing about the look on the faces of children as they gaze upon Santa. I spent two years helping Santa in Kerens, Texas. I actually dressed up as Santa and drew holiday shoppers to town.

Many children posed in front of me for picture taking. It wasn't possible for them to sit on my lap but I remember the look in their eyes. Now that I'm Big Tex, I rest during the holidays but I still enjoy seeing children gaze up at a 55-ft. cowboy in amazement during the State Fair of Texas each year."

- Big Tex, State Fair of Texas spokesperson and Texas icon

New reality TV shows aimed at foodies have a Dallas connection

photo: Facebook

Looks like Tiffany Derry has landed herself a new TV show! According to Crave DFW, Spike TV has ordered 10 one-hour episodes of 'Hungry Investors' starring the one-time Private Social chef, Top Chef and Top Chef All-Stars alum. The series goes into production this fall and will premiere in spring 2014. 

Each week, the ‘Hungry Investors’ team will put two struggling restaurants to the test to prove they deserve a second chance at success. The enterprise that shows the most promise of turning things around earns a significant cash investment. Both establishments seek to prove to the expert team that the only thing keeping them from financial fortune and success is finding an investor who believes in them.

Joining Derry on the squad will be Jon Taffer, an internationally respected restaurant developer and John Besh, executive chef and co-owner at the Besh Restaurant Group.  You might recall that Derry and Taffer filmed an episode of Taffer's show Bar Rescue, which aired this past July. Apparently, studio execs liked their chemistry!

Chef Tiffany Derry to appear on Bar Rescue

Readers of this blog know that I love reality TV. I find people fascinating and the weirder and more unusual their stories are, the better. From Survivor to Naked & Afraid, Big Rich Texas to Real Housewives, Design Star to Property Brothers - I love it all.

Since I work with restaurants and bars on a daily basis, one show I enjoy is Bar Rescue on Spike TV. Nightlife expert Jon Taffer (think Tony Soprano) travels around the country and employs his expertise to return struggling bars to the cash cows they once were.

Tune in this Sunday at 8PM to see a special appearance from Dallas' own celebrity chef Tiffany Derry! Click the video below to see a sneak peak of the episode.

Dress 4 Yellow Patron Party 2013

So many parties, galas, events, shows... It's impossible to attend every fabulous thing I receive an invitation to! So, from time to time, I call in the troops to help me cover the scene. Today, I am pleased to introduce you to a new Contributor for OSC - Dawn Mellon. (More about her at the end of this post...)  Dawn recently attended the Dress 4 Yellow Patron Party and brings us more about this charity's efforts to support cancer research. Here's her recap:

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Steve and Lee Nagel with Robert Morris and Rob Sumner of Park Place Motors

The color yellow symbolizes wisdom, attracts people of high intellect and is associated with joy and happiness. Not surprising then, that Steve and Lee Nagel chose this color to represent the non-profit organization they established in 2009, the 4 Yellow Foundation, to benefit local and national cancer programs. Last Thursday, supporters and patrons of the upcoming Dress 4 Yellow Luncheon and Fashion Show, gathered at Park Place Motorcars in Dallas to celebrate the second annual event to be held March 28th at the Adolphus Hotel. Guests enjoyed yellow-themed libations and culinary creations by Chef Tiffany Derry, a member of the Advisory Committee along with last year’s featured designer, Abi Ferrin.

Lee, a cancer survivor herself, thanked the group for their support, noted that the 4 Yellow Foundation has raised more than $1.5 since its inception, and recognized Rob Summer from Park Place Motors who became visibly choked up as he shared his experience with Lance Armstrong, the controversial founder of the LIVESTRONG Foundation. Sumner, an avid cyclist himself, fondly recalled the time he spent with Armstrong, before the cyclist was stripped of his Tour de France medals and resigned from the foundation. Also, in attendance were Dr. and Mrs. Jeff Murray, Lesley Atkinson, Bailey Langdon and Geraldine Williams from Cook Children’s Cancer Center, and Colleen O’Farrell from the LIVESTRONG Foundation, the beneficiaries of this year’s luncheon and fashion show.

Sisterbration SWEET Success kicks off at TOOTSIES on March 7

Oh So Cynthia is happy to support this event as their official Digital Media Partner

TOOTSIES will host Sisterbration’s Sweet Success PREVIEW Party on Thursday, March 7th from 6pm-8pm. Enjoy Elizabeth & James Stock Show, cocktails, light bites inspired by Celebrity Chef & Honorary Sweet Success Chairwoman, Tiffany Derry, raffle and Spring Shopping! Benefiting SISTERBRATION and its programs to prevent childhood obesity among girls raised in the South. SAVE THE DATE for Sweet Success 2013 on Friday, November 1, 2013 at The Adolphus Hotel.

Sisterbration promotes healthy lifestyles by educating women and girls about preventable diseases like cancer, diabetes and heart disease. Their approach to women’s health is to raise women’s awareness and help them reduce their risks. With girls, however, they focus their intervention strategies on childhood obesity by inspiring girls to develop positive self-esteem, make healthy food choices and engage in regular physical activity. They believe that every woman – and girl too – deserves an opportunity to find her voice, achieve her full potential and celebrate a life defined by wholeness, wellness, and service. They believe that every woman deserves to celebrate in the face of negativity. Thus, this community of women called Sisterbration is leaving its “heart print” on the lives of women and girls around the globe with programs that span the United States and Africa. Their mission is to educate, empower and enlighten women and girls to adopt and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

TOOTSIES is located at 8300 Preston Road #200 Dallas, TX 75225.  RSVP to courtney@franciscoandco.com. Complimentary Valet on Preston Rd. Self-Parking UP Library Parking Garage.

Private Social to lose Top Chef Tiffany Derry

There's some kind of fever going around with former Top Chef's!

First we learned that Andre Natera resigned from the Pyramid Restaurant in mid-October. Then we heard that Tre Wilcox is leaving Village Marquee Texas Bar and Grill. Now the Dallas Morning News reports that Tiffany Derry is leaving Private Social effective January 28, 2013. She's working on a few other developmental projects for restaurants and said she's leaving Private Social so she doesn't commit herself to too many things. ”I love openings, I love all the training and craziness and chaos of organizing it — I love the stuff that other people don’t like,” she told DMN's Leslie Brenner.

D Magazine's Nancy Nichols thinks she's leaving to make more money. Do you agree with her theory? I just adore Tiffany and wish her all the best. Let me know where you land, girlfriend!

Tiffany Derry hosts Chefs from Top Chef for Dinner Series

Executive Chef Tiffany Derry is shaking things up at Private|Social this summer by rolling out a celebrity chef dinner series, as well as cooking and mixology classes.  Each month this summer, Tiffany will be co-hosting a celebrity chef dinner at Private|Social with a few of her Top Chef friends. Diners will be treated to a four or five-course meal with wine pairings expertly created by Chef Derry and her co-host. Dinners are priced at $125 per person (tax and gratuity not included).

Kevin Sbraga of Sbraga

June 19, 2012

Angelo Sosa of Anejo Tequileria, Social Eatz

July 10, 2012

Carla Hall of Alchemy, The Chew

August 9 & 10, 2012

Cooking and Mixology Classes

On the second Saturday of each month, Chef Tiffany Derry will host intimate cooking classes focused on various regional cuisines. Following cooking lessons, Beverage Director Rocco Milano will school students on the art of mixing the perfect cocktail. 

Classes with Chef Derry include a three-course meal and begin at 10 a.m. Rocco’s classes will begin promptly at 12:30 p.m. the same day. Cooking classes are priced at $80, while mixology classes run at $25. Classes can be paired for $100. A portion of the proceeds will be used to purchase backpacks for the North Texas Food Bank’s Food 4 Kids program. 

Italian: June 9, 2012 
Asian: July 14, 2012

French: August 11, 2012

To make reservations or book a class, please call 214.754.4744 or visit www.privatesocial.com. Private|Social is located at 3232 McKinney Avenue, Dallas, TX 75204.