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$75  + Tax/Tip
Mon, 6/16
5:15 PM & 7:45 PM
Downtown

Chilte

5-Course Experimental Mexican Tasting Event

Beginning life as a pop-up in 2020 and opening its brick-and-mortar establishment in 2023 on Grand Avenue, this exceptional contemporary Mexican eatery has been showered with accolades, including a spot on both Esquire’s and Bon Appétit's 2023 Lists of “Best New Restaurants in America.” What’s more, Chef/Owner Lawrence Smith, a college football player who turned to cooking when his NFL career fizzled, is a 2024 Food & Wine “Best Chef” Winner and a 2025 James Beard “Emerging Chef” Semi-Finalist. Chilte is known for its innovative and exciting food, from jet-black tortillas using squid ink to macha pepino (cucumbers dressed in a sweet and spicy salsa macha), mole de la casa (butternut squash flautas with mole negro), and a Thai-inspired riff on carne apache that’s all funk and fire. Diners also lap up his desserts, like baklava cheesecake with pistachio and agave filling and PB & J semifreddo. “[Chilte] brings a carnal joy to new Mexican cuisine,” raves Esquire. “Every bite is a wonder.” Need we say more? Join us as we discover Chef Smith’s culinary wizardry with a special TC-curated menu!

About the Host:

Lawrence Smith

Chef/Owner

Chef Lawrence Smith was a college football player at the University of Akron before he turned to cooking. A graduate of Arizona Culinary Institute, he has trained under top Valley chefs such as 2-Time James Beard Nominee Beau MacMillan and James Beard Award-Winning Chef Alex Stratta. He was recently named a 2024 Food & Wine “Best Chef” Award-Winner and a 2025 James Beard “Emerging Chef” Semi-Finalist

The Lineup

Courses #1, #2, #3 & #5 will be individually plated; course #4 will be served family-style. This menu will be Mushroom and Nut Free. For the list of restrictions Chef is accommodating, scroll to the bottom of this page.

  1. Chicatana Caeser Salad

    chicatana caesar dressing, chicharron crumb, tamarind coulis, queso cincho

  2. Tostada Mixta

    prickly pear aguachile, scallop, shrimp, avocado, onion, salsa macha

  3. Mole Flauta

    butternut flauta, mole negro, crema, goat cheese, cabbage slaw

  4. Sope de Lengua

    salsa molcajete, lamb fat refried beans, crema, cucumber, onion, lettuce

  5. Plantain Tiramisu

    brown butter plantain custard, whip cream, mezcal and espresso soaked banderillas, jamaica compote

Chilte

765 Grand Ave

Phoenix, AZ 85007

Event FAQs

Do guests need to be of a certain age to attend this event?
Yes. All attendees must be 21+ to gain entry.
Does this restaurant allow BYOB?
No. This restaurant is a non-BYO establishment. Outside alcohol will not be permitted at this event.
What is the event ticket cancellation/refund policy?
Restaurants purchase the food for our events 14 days before the event date, at which point we are on the hook for the cost of your ticket. As such, we are not able to offer refunds (or credits towards future events) for any cancellation requests submitted within 14 days of the event date. We will, however, issue full refunds for all cancellation requests submitted at least 14 days before the event date. All cancellation requests must be submitted via email to support@tastingcollective.com.
What dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
Due to the large-format nature of our events, restaurants are not able to accommodate all dietary restrictions/food allergies or make any menu adjustments based on food preferences (e.g distaste for specific ingredients/flavor profiles). This restaurant will be offering substitutions exclusively for the following restrictions/allergies: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Shellfish, and Milk/Cream Based Dairy Restrictions (with the exception of some cheeses). They are NOT accommodating restrictions related to the following ingredients: Garlic, Onion, Butter Based Dairy Restrictions, Asadero, Fresco, Cotija, Cincho, Gluten, and Fish. If you have any of these restrictions/allergies, please make sure to note this in your profile (in the “Event Preferences” section) either before or right after purchasing your tickets so Chef can prepare accordingly.
Will this event be handicap acccessible?
According to the restaurant, this event is handicap accessible. If applicable however, please email support@tastingcollective.com with your needs to ensure proper accommodations.

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