Chicago Street Supper Club Unveils Chefs for Annual Downtown Foley Dinner

K. Cooper • September 9, 2026

Five local culinary talents will lead each course of the evening

Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — The Chicago Street Supper Club is returning to downtown Foley, and organizers have announced the five local chefs who will lead the culinary experience. The event will feature a cocktail hour followed by a four-course dinner under the lights of the downtown district. Each chef will lead a course, bringing their own style and background to the table. The menu has not yet been released, but reservations for the 2026 event are already open.

The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce is organizing the supper club, available at southbaldwinchamber.com/chicago-street-supper-club. The event is scheduled for 2026, with the exact date expected to be announced alongside the menu reveal. Organizers say the lineup reflects a strong mix of local restaurant talent and culinary education professionals.

Matt Palamara of the Gulf Coast Culinary Institute at Coastal Alabama Community College will lead the cocktail hour. Jonathan Kastner, who works with Gulf Shores City Schools, will prepare the appetizer course. The salad course will be prepared by Lauren and Brandi Stallworth of SugarLove at The HUB.

O'Veigh McArthur of the Foley Brunch & Supper Club will take the helm for the entree, typically the centerpiece of a four-course meal. Jackson Gainey of Jesse's On The Bay in Fort Morgan, Alabama, rounds out the team with the dessert course. Together, the five chefs represent a wide range of dining backgrounds across South Baldwin County.

Organizers describe the event as an opportunity for attendees to enjoy an exceptional evening of food and atmosphere in the heart of Foley. According to organizers, the chefs will bring "their creativity, craftsmanship, and signature flavors to the table." The outdoor setting beneath the lights of Chicago Street has become a signature feature of the annual event.

Event Schedule & Atmosphere

Date & Time: Friday, October 16, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM CDT.
Cocktail Hour: Gates open and cocktail hour begins at 6:00 PM.
Dinner Service: Four-course seated dinner begins at 7:00 PM.
Setting: Downtown Foley along North Chicago Street. Parking is available around Heritage Park, with overflow parking located just east of Chicago Street.
Attire: Casual cocktail attire is recommended.
Entertainment & Amenities: Live music, a dedicated wine bar, and a cash liquor bar will accompany the dinner.

Featured 2026 Culinary Lineup

The four-course wine-paired dinner highlights five local culinary talents from across South Baldwin County:

Cocktail Hour Hors d'Oeuvres: Prepared by Chef Matt Palamara of the Gulf Coast Culinary Institute at Coastal Alabama Community College.
Appetizer Course: Crafted by Jonathan Kastner of Gulf Shores City Schools.
Salad Course: Prepared by Lauren and Brandi Stallworth of SugarLove at The HUB.
Entree Course: Helmed by O'Veigh McArthur of the Foley Brunch & Supper Club.
Dessert Course: Created by Jackson Gainey of Jesse's On The Bay in Fort Morgan, Alabama.

Ticket Information

Price: $150 per person.
Availability: Tickets opened for sale on August 3, 2026, at 11:00 AM CDT.
Important Note: Seating is limited, and tickets are strictly non-transferable. Make all legitimate purchases directly through the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce.

Those interested in attending can reserve a seat through the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce's website. Organizers say the menu will be revealed soon. The event continues to grow as one of the more distinctive dining experiences on the Alabama Gulf Coast.

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