To Everyone Who Supported The Event

On Saturday, September 19th, you filled the tent at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center. You came hungry and you left having helped families facing pediatric cancer.

Thank you to our guests, chefs, restaurants, vendors, sponsors, and volunteers. You made this day happen.

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The Chefs

Born and raised in Philadelphia, Chef Brian Duffy is one of the most passionate human beings in the hospitality world. After honing his skills under James Beard Award-winning Chef Jean Marie LaCroix at The Four Seasons, Chef Duffy founded the Duffified Experience Group (DEG). He's been featured on Food Network's BBQ Brawl as a Competitor and Fan Favorite, was a guest judge on Beat Bobby Flay and was an Expert Chef on the hit TV show, Bar Rescue.

Chef & Emcee Brian Duffy

Chef Kenneth J. McDuffie is a renowned celebrity chef, restaurateur, and culinary educator whose passion for food and dedication to his craft have inspired audiences worldwide. Raised with a love for soulful flavors passed down from his great-grandmother, Esther Smith, Chef McDuffie has built a career rooted in tradition, innovation, and excellence. He gained national recognition as a contestant on Season 19 of FOX’s Hell’s Kitchen and on Food Network’s Chopped, where he showcased his bold flavors, creativity, and resilience under pressure. His talent has also earned him opportunities to cook and cater for countless celebrities, cementing his reputation as one of the most dynamic chefs of his generation.

Chef Kenneth J. McDuffie

Ariane Duarte is a chef, entrepreneur, and culinary producer whose career has been built on instinct, precision, and a deep belief in the power of hospitality. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, she trained in some of the country’s most demanding kitchens, including The Terrace and Vine in New York City, Star Canyon in Dallas, and Trio in Chicago. Those early years shaped her approach to food: bold, confident flavors grounded in discipline and execution.

A proud New Jersey native, Ariane has always carried that spirit into her work – her style is direct, unpretentious, and built on real connection.

Chef Ariane Duarte

Chef David Schorn is the Regional Executive Chef for Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar, overseeing culinary operations across eight locations in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. He leads the development of seasonal menus and culinary programs rooted in local sourcing, sustainability and scratch preparation.

An award-winning chef with experience spanning the East Coast, Chef David has operated and consulted culinary programs for Global brands, multi-unit start-ups, and independent concepts.

Chef David approaches menu design with focus on seafood, live fire and plant based seasonal cooking, utilizing globally inspired flavors and an absolute love of artful plating.

At Harvest, Chef David combines his passion for seasonal cuisine with a commitment to menu development, culinary operations, talent acquisition and development teams and community.