

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: IN CULINARY CONVERSATION WITH PITMATER DANIEL HAMMOND
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 19 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 19 Mar, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: 🌟 Season IV OPENER: In Culinary Conversation with Pitmaster Daniel Hammond

Chicago BBQ fans, get ready! Season IV of In Culinary Conversation FIRES UP with one of the city’s most respected culinary voices. Join Pitmaster Daniel Hammond, founder of Smoky Soul Barbecue, for an unforgettable evening of flavor, history, and BBQ mastery.

From his South Side roots to becoming a leading voice in Chicago BBQ, Daniel will share his journey, techniques, and the stories behind the city’s rich BBQ culture. This isn’t just a demo—it’s a conversation, a tasting, and a celebration of culinary craft.

About Daniel Hammond:

Chicago-born pitmaster, educator, BBQ historian

Founder of Smoky Soul Barbecue

Known for: 🔥 Chicago-style rib tips | 🥩 Stockyard-inspired brisket | 🍗 Smoked jerk chicken

2021 Kingsford “Preserve the Pit” Grant recipient

Brand ambassador: Weber Grills, The Spice House, Boos Blocks

Founder: BBQ Legacy Academy &amp; Second City Smoke

Host: Brisket &amp; Barrels BBQ + beer pairing series

Daniel’s mission: honor tradition, teach the next generation, and put Chicago BBQ on the national stage.

What to Expect:
🎟️ Tastings &amp; samples from Daniel’s demo
🍴 Featured recipe from the conversation
🤝 Meet &amp; greet + Q&amp;A moderated by Chef Paul Young (Kraft Heinz)
🍽️ Happy Hour bites from Fight2Feed &amp; Unite Here Chicago Hospitality Institute Chefs
🍹 2 drink tickets (cash bar supports Fight2Feed)
🎁 Raffle prizes benefiting Fight2Feed

Event Schedule:
6:00 PM – Doors Open &amp; Registration
6:30–7:00 PM – Welcome + Vendor Networking
7:00 PM – Live Chef Demo
8:00 PM – Culinary Conversation + Q&amp;A
8:25–9:00 PM – Meet &amp; Greet

🔥 Come for the conversations. Stay for the food. Leave inspired.

This is more than a demo—it’s a celebration of culture, craft, and community. Don’t miss it!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/in-culinary-conversation-with-pitmater-daniel-hammond/200029755630250
- **Event Categories**: food-drinks, meetups, meet-and-greet
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 21

## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Chicago
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Boelter Foodservice Design, Equipment & Supply
- **lat**: 41.90332
- **long**: -87.6548
- **full address**: Boelter Foodservice Design, Equipment &amp; Supply, 1071 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60642-4206, United States

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- **organizer**: In Culinary, Inc. (https://allevents.in/org/in-culinary-inc/21104469)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 19 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Boelter Foodservice Design, Equipment &amp; Supply, 1071 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60642-4206, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** In Culinary, Inc.
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** food-drinks, meetups, meet-and-greet
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about IN CULINARY CONVERSATION WITH PITMATER DANIEL HAMMOND ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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