Guest Chef Dinner Series | Featuring Executive Chef Bob Bennett
of Zingerman's Roadhouse, Benefiting No Kid Hungry
The Guest Chef Dinner Series is a collaborative dining experience at Robin Hills Farm, bringing together talented local chefs to showcase a variety of cuisines, cooking styles, and culinary creativity. Each event offers a unique farm-to-table experience while supporting meaningful nonprofit organizations and community causes.
About Chef Bob Bennett
Bob was born and raised in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and now resides in Chelsea, Michigan. He began working in restaurants in his mid-twenties, developing a passion for restaurant culture and energy, particularly at Zingerman's Deli. In 2003, he played a key role in opening Zingerman's Roadhouse and has been working his way up since then. Since 2017, he has served as the executive chef at the Roadhouse. Along the way, he is also currently serving on the Board of the Directors for the Independent Restaurant Coalition and The Good Meat Project. Bob's interests include a deep love for southern foodways and a strong commitment to supporting local agriculture in and around Michigan.
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Passed Hors d'Oeuvre
Housemade Hot Link & Pimento Cheese
Served atop a crisp fried saltine cracker
Charcuterie Display
Local Artisan Meats & Cheeses
A selection of regional cured meats, handcrafted cheeses, and accompaniments
First Course
Grilled Local Squash & Arugula Salad
Seasonal grilled squash, fresh arugula, and whipped herb feta
Family-Style Supper
Adobo-Smoked Pork Shoulder
Slow-smoked and richly seasoned
Chicken-Fried Mushrooms with Pepper Gravy
Crispy mushrooms served with savory pepper gravy
Roasted Broccoli
Brown butter breadcrumbs and anchovy vinaigrette
Local Flour Tortillas & Rice
Dessert
Blueberry Brown Betty & Buttermilk Biscuit
Served with freshly whipped cream
A full bar at The Nest will be open for cocktails, beer, and wine for purchase.
Gather your dinner crew, soak in the scenery, and make a night of giving back to remember.
A benefit for No Kid Hungry
For this dinner, Bob has selected No Kid Hungry - an organization, that is dedicated to ending childhood hunger in the United States by ensuring every child gets three healthy meals a day, 365 days a year.
No Kid Hungry is an effort that is near and dear to Chef Bennett’s heart. He recently competed in the Chef Cycle fundraiser, and he’s not done giving back.
Join us for the Guest Chef Dinner Series on July 23, and a portion of the proceeds will go to No Kid Hungry.
Robin Hills Farm is offering a 15% venue rental discount to all ticket holders of this event - 5% will be donated to No Kid Hungry.
Valid: October 31, 2026 - April 1, 2027 + October 31, 2027 - April 1st 2028.