Real Men Cook - Chicago
Real Men Cook® leverages culinary arts for male engagement & fatherhood, Father's Day & beyond. That is the tradition we began creating 28 years ago.
Real Men Cook® Chicago and in other cities is presented by Real Men Charities, Inc. It is an indoor and outdoor food sampling event with a celebratory, family reunion atmosphere. Anywhere from 5,000 to 6,000 featuring men who give up Father's Day pampering to work and cook and serve in 7 public celebrations. Leading sponsors, leading men and the media forward the message of responsible fatherhood
04/26/2026
As we plan for Real Men Cook 2026, the 37th celebration, we look back and reflect, realizing that an entire generation of youth may not know the genesis. It's up to us to add tradition and legacy to Father's Day. So we thought we'd share this article and add the link so you can begin alerting the family now that June 21st is a day you'll share with us. https://southsidedrivemag.com/real-men-cook-celebration/
Please gather the family on Father's Day Sunday, 3-6 pm, to share the love with us, sample scrumptious food, enjoy great live music, and have fun. We'll salute the men past and present who have volunteered or served in other ways, representing everything good in family and community.
This is not just about biological fathers but also about brothers who have gone the extra mile to positively pour into other men's children, for whatever reason.
By the way, one of the best gifts you can give a man is a day out where he is celebrated, whether Father's Day is about how long you've experienced his goodness and greatness, or whether this Father's Day will be the first day of the rest of his life of freedom to serve and begin again.
Enjoy the article, and get tickets here!
https://events.eventnoire.com/e/37th-annual-real-men-cook
PS Can't cook? Don't want to serve? Be our guests and enjoy the day, or start now as a volunteer. To volunteer, text Rael Jackson at 312-965-5405 with the word VOLUNTEER in your message. Our next planning meeting is in a few weeks.
37th Annual Real Men Cook | Eventnoire The 37th Annual Real Men Cook returns on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 3–6 PM at The Quarry Event Center (2423 E 75th St, Chicago). Chicago's longest Father's Day tradition brings together home cooks, backyard BBQ, professional chefs and caterers, restaurants, community organizations...
Join us in congratulating Black Foodies. Their diligence and hard work has helped food businesses big time! https://www.facebook.com/share/r/17QbWmGtCc/?mibextid=wwXIfr
01/31/2025
It's a great day to be alive in America, move to a 3rd World county and do a comparison!
Just think We have a lot to be Grateful for, AR Leak could have picked US up at our homes this morning.
Wouldn't you agree that GOD has a plan for Us? Real Men Charities
10/30/2024
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Volunteers make the difference! Grateful is an understatement!
06/17/2024
About and yesterday.
Annual 'Real Men Cook' event held in South Shore The South Shore community fired up a Father's Day feast on Sunday.
06/16/2024
Sponsors are UChicago Medicine with Real Docs Cook and BMO, focusing on South Shore homeownership. Both support the event’s mission to promote health, personal and community engagement. A host of other esteemed organizations supporting Real Men Cook are CHAMPS Male Mentoring, Lawrence Hall, WBEZ, Chicago Defender’s Men of Excellence, MOBE Symposium, Black United Fund of Illinois, Black Culture Week, the Chicago Independent Bulletin, BronzeComm, the U I Cancer Center, The Quarry Event Center, South Side Drive Magazine, Greater *Metropolitan United Church, South Shore United Methodist Church and Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, to name a few. Tickets: www.RealMenCook.com
Donations: www.RealMenCharitiesInc.org/donate
06/11/2024
06/10/2024
🎉 Don’t Miss Out! 🎉 Get Your Tickets for the 35th Annual Real Men Cook TODAY!
Join us at The Quarry (2423 E 75th St) this Sunday from 3 PM to 6 PM for an unforgettable celebration! For just $25, you can sample incredible food for 3 hours while honoring the amazing men who are making Chicago a better place.
This is more than just an event; it’s a celebration of community, family, and the power of positive role models. Secure your spot now and be part of this extraordinary experience. Tickets are selling fast—get yours today and share the love!
Real Men Cook 35th Annual Anniversary Come celebrate 35 years of Real Men Cook with delicious food, great company, and a whole lot of fun!
06/03/2024
Real Men Cook 35th Annual Anniversary Come celebrate 35 years of Real Men Cook with delicious food, great company, and a whole lot of fun!
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