Kohler Food & Wine Event Debuts Lineup for 25th Iteration

Kohler, Wisconsin, the resort destination experience by Kohler Co., recently announced the return of Kohler Food & Wine and the lineup of chefs that will participate in the 25^th edition of the epicurean weekend, Oct. 22–25.

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“Twenty-five years ago, Kohler Food & Wine started as a dream to create a moment in time that brought people together to showcase the culinary prowess of the Midwest,” said Jenna Check, associate director of Special Events, Kohler. “What began as a weekend featuring roughly 30 events has evolved into a nationally recognized celebration, welcoming some of the country’s most acclaimed chefs and culinary personalities for more than 80 thoughtfully curated experiences. It’s become a destination event that guests from across the country eagerly anticipate and mark on their calendars year after year.”

During peak Wisconsin fall, the event brings together prominent chefs, culinary personalities, wine experts and food enthusiasts for a weekend of immersive dining experiences and the wellness and nature activities the destination offers year-round.

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Tickets are now available for purchase; tickets and packages feature varying levels of access, including premium experiences with exclusive event entry and V.I.P. amenities. The Together in Taste offer includes entrance to the headline celebrity chef events each night and a variety of exclusive amenities, while The Stephanie Izard and Michael Hunter Dinner Packages provide access to each chef’s intimate dinners, along with admission to the Food & Wine village and accommodations at American Club.

“Kohler Food & Wine has always been about more than incredible food and wine, it’s about creating memorable experiences rooted in hospitality, wellness, and connection,” said Stephen Beaumont, president of Hospitality, Kohler. “As we celebrate the event’s 25th year alongside exciting new enhancements across the destination, including the reimagined Carriage House, refreshed spa experiences, and the new Woodlake Market, there has never been a more exciting time to visit Kohler.”

Here’s a closer look at the 2026 culinary talent:

• Tyler Florence: Celebrated chef, restaurateur, producer, author and longtime Food Network personality
• Alex Guarnaschelli: Acclaimed chef, cookbook author and television personality
• Stephanie Izard: Executive chef and owner of Girl & the Goat, Little Goat, Duck Duck Goat and Cabra in Chicago, along with two in California
• Scott Conant: Award-winning chef, restaurateur, entrepreneur and television personality
• Melissa King: Award-winning chef, author, curator and television personality
• Dan Jacobs: Chef and co-owner of Milwaukee restaurants EsterEv and DanDan
• Caroline Chambers: Cookbook author, recipe developer, culinary expert and creator of a culinary newsletter on Substack
• Michael Hunter: An outdoorsman, forager, hunter, professionally trained chef and bestselling cookbook author
• Ellie Krieger: Registered dietitian nutritionist, award-winning cookbook author and host of Ellie’s Real Good Food
• Chris Schemm: Self-taught home cook and orthopedic trauma nurse practitioner
• Chris Mangless: Chef and owner of Three Three Five in Green Bay, Wisconsin

The Bartolotta Restaurants also returns for the sixth year, hosting signature events throughout the weekend with its top talent, including Chef Paul Bartolotta, Christian Damiano, Michael Genre, Amanda Langler and Brent Davis.