Live Fire!

Austin’s favorite cookout is a sizzling event showcasing the versatility of live fire cooking. Each spring, chefs from Central Texas and beyond showcase their talent in a variety of innovative and delicious bites. The scorching event debuted with the Texas Hill Country Wine & Food Festival in 2011 and has continued to attract a sold-out crowd. One of Austin's most popular culinary parties, this fiery bash features the best in cooking craftsmanship alongside impressive wine, craft beer, and premium spirits tastings.

Live Fire! 2024

Participating Chefs

The nation’s top chefs will be presenting their best bites for Live Fire! guests.

  • Chef Laila Bazahm (El Raval, Austin) — Short Rib Bossam with Tamari-Sesame Glaze, Strawberry Gochujang, Seasonal Pickles, Apple Kimchi & Lettuce Wrap

  • Chef Mattison Bills (Three Six General, San Marcos & Howdy Child, San Antonio) — Texas Prime Angus Pastrami Brisket on Pickled Purple Daikon Radish with Horseradish Remoulade, Pickled Mustard Seed & Cilantro Flowers

  • Chef Aaron Bludorn (Bludorn Restaurant, Navy Blue, Houston) — Grilled Capra Lamb Shoulder Skewers with Tzaziki

  • Chefs Krystal Craig and Ian Thurwachter (Poeta, Austin) — Red Wine-Braised Beef Shoulder with Charred Onion Gremolata

  • Chef Kevin D’Andrea (Foliepops, Austin) — Warm Chocolate Praline Mousse with Vanilla Ice Cream, Fleur de Sel & Butter Chocolate Tuile

  • Chef Jakub Czyszczon (Garrison, Austin) — BBQ Akaushi Tri-Tip with Bread and Butter Pickles & Garrison BBQ Sauce

  • Chefs Mike Diaz and Laura Sawicki (Oseyo, Austin) — Marinated LA Kalbi with Grilled Pineapple Kimchi

    Chocolate Silken Tofu Pudding, Cinnamon Crumble & Toasted Gochugaru Marshmallow

  • Chef Todd Duplechan (Lenoir, Austin) — Cajun Jambalaya, Andouille, Tasso Ham, & Remoulade with Crackers

  • Chefs Evelyn Garcia and Henry Lu (Top Chef, Jūn, Houston) — Brisket Roti with Curry, Curtido & Herbs

  • Chef Levi Goode (Credence, Sidebar & Goode Company Restaurant Group, Houston) — Aged Ribeye Tostada, Embered Tomato, Smokey Mayonnaise, Crunchy Lettuces & Trout Roe

  • Chef Robert Hale with special guest Chef Uyen Pham (Beef Loving Texans) — Maple Bourbon Glazed Fire Roasted Tri-Tip with South Texas Slaw

  • Chef Rebecca Masson (Top Chef: Just Desserts, Fluff Bake Bar, Houston) — Strawberry Bubblemallow Ice Cream Pop

  • Chef Allie McMillan (ATC Cocina, Austin) —Grilled Nopal Tamal with Pickled Flank Steak & Xni-Pek

  • Chef Jess Pryles (Hardcore Carnivore) — French Onion Dog with Grilled Beef Sausage

  • Chef Anastacia Quiñones-Pittman (José, Dallas) — Beef Flank Steak with Fresh Molcajete Salsa

  • Chef Nic Yanes (Murray’s Tavern, Austin) — Murray's Beef & Cheddar with Slow-Roasted Beef, Irish Cheddar Sauce & Garlic Au Jus on Onion Milk Bread

  • Chef Greg Driver (The Statesman, Austin) — Beef Slider & Candied Bacon on Hawaiian Roll

Live Fire! Pizzeria

Enjoy the ultimate pizza party at Live Fire! Pies will be made freshly as guests play bocce and cheers with Ruffino wines. Included with the general admission ticket.

  • Chef Jason Dady — Tre Trattoria (San Antonio)

Live Fire! Steakhouse (VIP)

Experience true Texas hospitality at this pop-up steakhouse — complete with surf & turf, cocktail carts, and nostalgic desserts.

  • Andy Knudson (All Pro Smoke Show) — Smoked Lamb "Salisbury Kafta" with Sweet Potato Baba Ganoush, Zhug & Amba Sauce

  • John Bates (Interstellar BBQ, Austin) — Grilled Creekstone NY Strips with Bordelaise

  • Jules Stoddart (Little Ola’s Biscuits, Austin) — Cherries Jules'Bilee

  • Austin Oyster Co. — Grilled East Coast Oysters with Compound Butter + Fresh East Coast Oysters on the Half Shell

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