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Two of Houston’s most celebrated culinary voices, Chef Thomas Bille of Belly of the Beast and Chef Shawn Gawle of Camaraderie, are coming together at Gawle’s Heights restaurant for a one-night, family-style Mediterranean dinner rooted in craft, culture, and community.

Chef Thomas Bille of Belly of the Best, named Best Chef: Texas in the 2025 James Beard Awards, is known for his thoughtful, globally inspired cooking. Chef Shawn Gawle is the force behind Camaraderie, the less-than-one-year-old restaurant rising in acclaim for its refined yet approachable execution. Together, Bille and Gawle will showcase Mediterranean flavors through a family-style format that reflects their shared values: generosity at the table, reverence for tradition, and a commitment to ensuring the hospitality industry is meaningful and memorable for all.

Proceeds will benefit Southern Smoke Foundation, which provides emergency relief and mental health support to food and beverage workers nationwide.

Tickets are $125 per person with the option to add wine pairings for $50, all exclusive of tax and gratuity. They are transferable but non-refundable.

Join us in 2026 for the ‘unofficial kick-off to the summer,’ a spectacular weekend of premier epicurean adventures at the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen! This leading culinary event which has been a must-visit experience for four decades consists of three incredible days of cooking demonstrations, wine & spirit tastings, and panel discussions led by world-class chefs and beverage experts. In 2026, Food & Wine will continue its efforts to raise funds and awareness for culinary causes with Food & Wine Gives. Food & Wine will donate a portion of net proceeds to charity partners, No Kid Hungry and Southern Smoke Foundation.