
Community Kitchen Pittsburgh will host Wei Zhu of Chengdu Gourmet for the January installment of the Guest Chef Dinner on January 29.
Get ready for a bold, unforgettable evening as we welcome Chef Wei Zhu of Chengdu Gourmet for a "One Night Only" dinner celebrating the depth and soul of authentic Sichuan cuisine.
Known for his masterful balance of heat, spice, and complexity, Chef Wei brings the flavors that have made Chengdu Gourmet a regional favorite, earning him national acclaim, including multiple James Beard Award nominations.
Recently selected as an official vendor for the NFL Draft, Chef Wei's cooking represents the very best of Pittsburgh's food scene, blending tradition, technique, and unmistakable flavor. You'll enjoy a thoughtfully-curated menu showcasing Sichuan classics and signature dishes, each telling a story of heritage, craft, and community.
As with all CKP Guest Chef Dinners, proceeds support our mission to transform lives through culinary training and job placement.
Come hungry, leave inspired. Experience why Chef Wei Zhu's food is making waves far beyond the kitchen.
This event will take place at our facility in Hazelwood on Thursday, January 29th, beginning at 5:30pm ET.
MENU*:
SiChuan Style Dumpling (Pork) in red chili (this dish is a little spicy)
Allergens: soyKung Pao Chicken (Crispy chicken, peanuts, and vegetables in a spicy sauce)
Allergens: soy, peanutMapo Tofu with Minced Beef
Allergens: soyABOUT CHEF WEI:
Bio coming soon.
SEATING:
We'll be assigning seats prior to the event. If you would like to be seated with guests who have purchased their tickets separately, please email us with the name(s) of the guest(s) who purchased their ticket(s) and the number in their party. Email info@ckpgh.org with "January Guest Chef Seating" in the subject.
PLEASE NOTE that this is a fixed menu, and while we do our best to accommodate guests regarding food allergies, menu substitutions may not be possible. Please keep in mind that our kitchen is not a nut-free facility.
If you have food allergies and would still like to attend, please contact us (info@ckpgh.org with "Guest Chef Dinner Allergy Inquiry" in the subject), with your allergy concern before purchasing your tickets to confirm that we can accommodate.
Tickets are available online. Community Kitchen Pittsburgh is located at 107 Flowers Ave. in Hazelwood (map).