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The Annual Rockin’ Celeb Chefs Returns for 30th Yera
Ann Storck Center to Host 30th Annual Rockin’ Celebrity Chefs Event Presented by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood on Feb. 6th.
Nov. 14th, 2025
NBC’s The Voice Season 27 Winner Adam David is Headlining the Event
The stage is set, and the chefs are plugged in! Ann Storck Center’s Celebrity Chefs Events is still rockin’ after 30 years. The 30th Annual Rockin’ Celeb Chefs presented by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood is taking place on Friday, Feb. 6, from 6 to 10 p.m., in the Grand Ballroom.
Over 450 of South Florida’s community leaders, philanthropists and influencers will get a backstage pass to tastings from over 20 of South Florida’s top restaurants, breweries and bakeries – all to support the rockstars of Ann Storck Center, a Fort Lauderdale-based private nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Fans will raise awareness, funds and “glasses” for Ann Storck Center’s mission, which is throughout all its 14 programs and services to discover ability and build independence so that individuals live happier, more independent, fulfilling lives. Ann Storck Center accommodates 96 residents and serves more than 300 individuals daily through an array of critical care, learning and ability-focused programs.
From sizzling skillets to rockstar spirits, guests will enjoy food tastings from featured restaurants, including Abiaka from the Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood, Mimi’s Ravioli, Livia Bar & Grill, Bravo Peruvian Kitchen, South Bar & Grill, Howard’s Market, Batch, CrepeMaker, Bob Roth’s New River Groves, Tasteful Thoughts and Georgia Pig. Guests can sip, savor, and rock the night away with an open bar from Republic National Distributing Company and a custom cocktail sponsored by Tito’s. Bravo’s “Below Deck” Chef Anthony Iracane will host a live cooking demonstration.
Showstopper Florida Panthers Arena host Aaron “The Speaker” Shapiro, alongside Rock With U Entertainment, will command the stage and electrify the crowd.
Headlining the event is NBC’s The Voice Season 27 winner Adam David, with his band. David is an award-winning singer, songwriter, and guitarist whose soulful sound and magnetic stage presence have made him one of the most compelling emerging artists in contemporary music. Hailing from South Florida, Adam rose to national acclaim as the winner of The Voice Season 27, where he captivated millions with his heartfelt performances and masterful musicianship—ultimately securing back-to-back victories for coach Michael Bublé. With a voice that effortlessly blends smooth soul and gritty blues, and guitar chops honed since the age of eight, Adam channels the spirit of icons like Ray Charles, Jimi Hendrix, James Brown, and Stevie Wonder while bringing a sound that’s distinctly his own.
Ann Storck Center’s heARTS Music Therapy Department will deliver an exceptional musical performance to start the show. Bravo’s Below Deck’s Captain Lee will make a special appearance.
Ann Storck Center will honor VIPs Howard Usher with the Lifetime Legacy Award and Howard Adkin with the Community Leadership Award.
While hearing special stories from Ann Storck Center families, supporters will have the opportunity to “Bid for Kids” through donations and participate in a silent and live auction featuring high-end items and exceptional luxury experiences. Since its inception, Ann Storck Center’s Celebrity Chefs event has raised nearly $5.9 million dollars to support Ann Storck Center.
“It’s a thrill to host our 30th Annual Rockin’ Celebrity Chefs event at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood,” said Patricia Murphy, CEO of Ann Storck Center. “We’re beyond grateful to our true headliners, our board members, donors, and restaurant partners, for helping us amplify our mission and rock the lives of children and adults with developmental disabilities.”
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood is located at 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, FL 33314.
Cocktail attire required; a touch of rock and roll flair is encouraged.
Single tickets for the 2026 event are $200 with tables for 10 discounted at $1,800. Sponsorships and underwriting opportunities are available and range from $1,000 to $35,000. Be alongside wonderful sponsors like the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, The Ben Law Firm, PLLC, Broward County Clerk of Courts, Parkshore Pharmacon and PNC Financial Services Group.
For more information about the event or to purchase tickets and sponsorships, please visit https://www.annstorckcenter.org/celebritychefs2026 or contact Sarah Depante at sdepante@annstorckcenter.org.
Restaurants, breweries and bakeries wishing to participate in the event, at no charge, can apply at bit.ly/Chefsignup2026.
About Ann Storck Center:
Ann Storck Center (ASC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through an array of critical care, learning and ability focused programs. ASC has been serving the community for more than 65 years, originally known as the Pediatric Care Center, then in 1981 becoming ASC. Today, ASC accommodates over 300 individuals on six separate sites including a school/therapy center, adult day training program, two intermediate care facilities offering specialized residential services, as well as four group homes embedded in the community offering a more independent lifestyle. For more information, visit annstorckcenter.org/, or on social media visit
facebook.com/annstorckcenter, instagram.com/annstorckcenter/.
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If there is one place in Miami Beach that knows how to make Pride Month feel larger than life, it is The Palace.
June 6, 2026
This June, the legendary Ocean Drive hotspot is going all in with Palace Pride 2026: Center Stage, Open Arms, a month-long celebration packed with drag, dining, nightlife, community moments, celebrity appearances, and the kind of sidewalk-to-stage energy that has made Palace one of South Florida’s most beloved LGBTQ+ institutions.
For decades, Palace has been more than a restaurant or bar. It is the kind of place where brunch becomes a performance, a walk down Ocean Drive turns into a front-row seat, and visitors quickly understand why Miami Beach does Pride with its own unmistakable rhythm. Locals know it. Tourists find it. And once you have seen a Palace queen command the room, the street, and everyone’s attention in one glittering moment, you get it.
This year’s Pride Month lineup brings that energy into full color.
One of the month’s biggest highlights lands on Tuesday, June 9, when Latrice Royale comes to Palace for a special evening tied to the release of Stop! That! Train!, a new feature film connected to the RuPaul’s Drag Race universe. For fans of drag, pop culture, and campy cinematic chaos, this is one of those nights that feels tailor-made for Palace. Latrice has long been loved for her humor, warmth, presence, and unmistakable star power, making her appearance a major moment in an already packed June calendar.
But Palace Pride 2026 is not built around one night alone. The venue’s signature weekly programming will keep the celebration rolling with favorites like DollHouse Mondays, Spill the Tea Tuesdays, Wayback Wednesdays, Noche Latina Thursdays, Drag Madness Fridays, Drags Gone Wild Saturdays, and A Palace Affair Sundays. In other words, there is no “quiet night” at Palace this month. Every day has its own flavor, its own crowd, and its own reason to show up.
The June programming also reflects the deeper role Palace plays in Miami Beach’s LGBTQ+ community. Alongside the performances and parties, the month will include moments centered on community connection, LGBTQ+ artists and entrepreneurs, local organizations, chosen-family gatherings, Juneteenth celebrations honoring Black queer excellence, Stonewall remembrance, and collaborations with LGBTQ+ businesses.
That balance is part of what makes Palace special. Yes, it is glamorous. Yes, it is loud. Yes, brunch can absolutely turn into a full production. But underneath all the sparkle is something more meaningful: a space where people gather, celebrate, feel seen, and bring their full selves to the table.
Palace is also embracing Miami’s global audience this June with Pride Global Nights, a new initiative designed to welcome international visitors through queen-led programming, multilingual moments, and globally inspired entertainment. With Miami Beach already serving as a magnet for travelers from around the world, Palace is using Pride Month to turn that international energy into a celebration of culture, connection, and community.
And because it would not be Palace without something delicious in hand, guests can also expect expanded food and beverage offerings throughout the month. Think elevated cocktails, new menu items, brunch favorites, seasonal specials, and plenty of reasons to make a reservation that starts as “just one drink” and somehow becomes an entire afternoon.
This June, Palace Pride 2026 is bringing together everything the venue does best: the performances, the cocktails, the community, the camp, the glamour, and the open-arms welcome that has made Palace a Miami Beach landmark.
Whether you are a local, a tourist, a drag superfan, a brunch loyalist, or just someone looking for a Pride Month celebration with real heart, Palace is ready to give you a seat, a show, and probably a reason to stay longer than planned.
For reservations and the full Pride Month calendar, visit The Palace Bar & Restaurant or follow @palacesobe on Instagram.
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