LA BASTILLE 2026
The Revolution Starts at the Table
July 16–18, 2026
A three-day culinary experience in support of second chances, education, and opportunity.
A Weekend of Food, Purpose, and Unforgettable Experiences
La Bastille is EDWINS’ signature summer celebration — a three-day culinary weekend bringing together acclaimed chefs, extraordinary dining experiences, and a shared belief in the power of second chances.
From a powerful dinner inside Grafton Correctional Institution, to a farm-driven evening at The Chef’s Garden, to our largest annual celebration at EDWINS, each night offers a distinct experience rooted in hospitality, excellence, and impact.
Every seat at the table helps support education, mentorship, and opportunity for those working to build a new future through hospitality.
The Weekend at a Glance
Three distinct experiences. One extraordinary weekend in support of second chances through hospitality.
Thursday, July 16
Dinner at Grafton Correctional Institution
A powerful and intimate evening honoring the roots of EDWINS and the work that began inside correctional education.
6:00 PM
Seating is limited
$295 per person
Sponsors first access May 1
Public access May 2
Friday, July 17
From the Farm to the Fork at The Chef’s Garden
A peak-season dinner celebrating extraordinary produce, chef-driven cuisine, and one of the country’s most inspiring culinary settings.
6:00 PM
Seating is limited
$295 per person
Sponsors first access May 1
Public access May 2
Saturday, July 18
La Bastille Celebration at EDWINS
The centerpiece of the weekend: chef tastings, drinks, music, and the full EDWINS community gathered for one unforgettable night.
6:00–10:00 PM
After party to follow
$175 per person
Tickets available now
STsThursday, July 16
A Chef-Driven Dinner at Grafton Correctional Institution
An extraordinary evening led by JJ Johnson, Andrew Zimmern, David Waltuck, Jeff Henderson, Brandon Chrostowski, and Justin Pioche—a remarkable group of chefs whose work has shaped restaurants, media, education, and culture across the country.
Hosted inside Grafton Correctional Institution, this intimate dinner anchors the La Bastille weekend in the place where the EDWINS story first began. It is a rare opportunity to experience a one-night-only gathering of nationally recognized chefs in a setting defined by purpose, reflection, and transformation.
This is not simply a dinner. It is the emotional foundation of the weekend—an unforgettable table where culinary excellence and second chances meet in a way only EDWINS can offer
6:00 PM
Limited Seating
$295 per person
Sponsors first access May 1st
Public Access May 2nd
““This is where it started. Grafton is where we first saw what was possible.”
— Brandon Chrostowski
Friday, July 17
From the Farm to the Fork at The Chef’s Garden
An extraordinary evening featuring Doug Katz, Mona Sang, Justin Pioche, Michel Nischan, Jamie Simpson, and Brandon Chrostowski—a group of chefs whose work reflects innovation, seasonality, and a deep respect for ingredients and place.
Set among the fields of The Chef’s Garden, this dinner celebrates the height of summer through a one-night-only collaboration rooted in flavor, craft, and hospitality. It is a rare chance to experience some of the country’s most thoughtful chefs in one of the most inspiring culinary settings in the nation.
Fresh from the earth and shaped by extraordinary hands, this evening is designed to feel both intimate and unforgettable—an elegant gathering where the landscape becomes part of the table itself.
6:00 PM
Limited Seating
$295 per person
Sponsors first access May 1st
Public Access May 2nd
“Great ingredients tell a story before the chef ever touches them.”
— Farmer Lee Jones
Saturday, July 18
La Bastille 2026 at EDWINS
The heart of the weekend comes alive at EDWINS with an extraordinary evening of food, music, drinks, and celebration—bringing together acclaimed chefs, generous supporters, and the full EDWINS community for one unforgettable night.
Guests will move through a vibrant experience of chef tastings, premium beverages, live music, and moments of connection that reflect the spirit of La Bastille itself: bold, festive, and deeply rooted in purpose.
From the first pour to the final toast—and into the after party that follows—this is the night where the energy of the weekend reaches its peak.
6:00–10:00 PM
After Party to Follow
$175 per person
Why It Matters
La Bastille is more than a weekend of extraordinary food and hospitality. It is a celebration of second chances and the belief that opportunity, discipline, and support can transform lives.
Every ticket purchased helps fund education, training, and long-term support for individuals working to build new futures through hospitality. It is an investment in people, in possibility, and in a stronger community.
A table can change everything.
The Revolution Starts at the Table
Join Us for La Bastille 2026
Three extraordinary nights. One powerful mission.
Be part of a weekend that celebrates remarkable chefs, unforgettable hospitality, and the belief that second chances can change lives.
July 16–18, 2026
Cleveland Heights, Ohio