KidLinks Announces 17th Annual Symphony of Chefs
Event leadership announced for February 22, 2027 fundraiser
(Featured photo: Honorary Chef Chair Samir Dhurandhar)
KidLinks, a nonprofit organization committed to linking kids to healing, hope and happiness through music and media, announces its 17th Annual Symphony of Chefs fundraiser on Monday, February 22, 2027, from 6:00 – 9:15 p.m. at Astoria Event Venue in Irving, Texas.
“We are so excited to announce our 17th annual Symphony of Chefs event, where local Dallas chefs come together to create the ultimate chef-driven experience for attendees while raising important funds for our programs,” said Emily Perry, executive director, KidLinks. “We are especially honored to have such an incredible event leadership team as they bring their expertise and true passion for KidLinks’ mission to their roles.”
Longstanding KidLinks supporter Eric Peters will serve as the 2027 Symphony of Chefs chair, alongside co-chair Massimiliano “Max” Tosi. Chef Samir Dhurandhar. Nick & Sam’s Steakhouse corporate chef, partner, and James Beard House featured chef, is the 2027 honorary chef chair.
Peters, who serves on the KidLinks board of directors, is chief revenue officer for NoblQ. He is a seasoned revenue and growth executive with more than 25 years of experience leading enterprise sales, business transformation, and commercial strategy across the professional services, consulting, technology, and staffing industries.
“I am honored to serve as event chair for Symphony of Chefs, On behalf of my co-chair Max and honorary chef chair Samir, we hope the community will join us for what is truly a one-of-a-kind event in Dallas,” remarked Peters. “
Originally from Italy and now based in Dallas, Tosi is a business executive, social-impact entrepreneur, and community leader committed to connecting businesses, nonprofit organizations, and individuals to create meaningful impact. He is the Founder of ACTIVER, a social-impact technology company, and has also led events and community relations initiatives for Eataly across North America.
“As co-chair for the 17th annual Symphony of Chefs, I look forward to working alongside Eric and chef Samir – bringing my executive experience, community relationships and passion for philanthropy to expand KidLinks’ reach and advance its mission of bringing healing, hope, and happiness to children through the transformative power of music,” added Tosi.
Honorary chef chair Samir Dhurandhar is an author and partner/corporate executive chef at Nick & Sam’s Steakhouse. With more than 25 years of culinary expertise, including being invited to host a dinner at the prestigious James Beard House, Chef Samir has garnered local and national recognition for his glorified steakhouse dishes that have become a favorite among star athletes, celebrities, and North Texans. In addition to his passion for cooking, he is dedicated to giving back to the Dallas community.
As well, legendary Fox 4 sports anchor Mike Doocy will join Symphony of Chefs as emcee.
He said, “The more I learn about the mission of KidLinks, the more impressed I am! Music is truly a universal language, and KidLinks helps young people in so many unique and special ways. I am honored and excited to be involved with this event.”
Symphony of Chefs will begin with cocktails and inventive canapés from a featured hors d’oeuvres chef, followed by a seated dinner showcasing the creative talents of the featured dinner chefs. Guests will enjoy an interactive chef-prepared four-course menu with wine pairings, culminating in a specially crafted dessert by the featured pastry chef.
Symphony of Chefs sponsorships are available now. Or for more information, visit our website or contact Emily Perry at emily@kidlinks.org.
About KidLinks
KidLinks is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides healing, hope, and happiness for children and families through music therapy programs, therapeutic music entertainment, and online music media. For over four decades, KidLinks has provided healing experiences for children with special challenges, funded therapeutic music initiatives, implemented university-level music therapy training, and offered free/low-cost treatment programs for children in need. KidLinks has proudly and positively impacted the lives of nearly 450,000 children and caregivers with direct services and thousands more online.
To learn more about KidLinks or to make a donation, please visit www.kidlinks.org.
Photos courtesy KidLinks.
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