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Chefs Dan Jacobs and Dan Van Rite announce Milwaukee’s sixth annual Dim Sum Give Some, the duo’s signature charitable event benefiting the Kennedy’s Disease Association that has become one of the city’s most popular food-driven fundraising initiatives. Affectionally referred to as the “Dans”––Jacobs and Van Rite behind the award-winning EsterEv and DanDan will join forces with 25+ chefs from across the country for a day of incredible culinary talent and charitable giving. Sponsored by OpenTable, Dim Sum Give Some 2025 will take place on Sunday, April 13th from 12-3pm CT at the Italian Community Center of Milwaukee (631 E Chicago St). Chef Dan Jacobs was diagnosed with Kennedy’s Disease in 2016, the same year he opened his first concept, Dandan. This rare neuromuscular disorder, similar to ALS, progressively weakens muscles, impacting movement, speech, swallowing, and fine motor skills. Despite these challenges, Jacobs remains a fierce advocate for chefs with disabilities while running two standout restaurants in Milwaukee; Jacobs and Van Rite earned their sixth James Beard Best Chef Midwest Semifinalist nod for their work at EsterEv this January. “Since my diagnosis, my mission as a chef and restaurateur has evolved into advocating for differently-abled people, particularly in the culinary industry, where physical challenges present significant obstacles,” says Jacobs. “It’s an honor to use our platform as a way to drive awareness and fund research for a cause so close to home.” With the unwavering support of the Milwaukee community, Dim Sum Give Some has raised over $100,000 for Kennedy’s Disease research since its inaugural year in 2017. This year’s event promises to be bigger than ever, with a record-breaking number of participating chefs and restaurants––some of which include Dan Jacobs’ fellow Top Chef contestants––from national destinations including, NYC, Houston, Chicago, Denver, Austin, New Orleans, and Durham, NC.

DanDan Guest Chef Dim Sum Brunch Series August 3rd - Erasmo Casiano $100 per person. $20 deposit due at booking. 7 Dishes over 4 courses Tax & Gratuity not included For this event, we are not able to guarantee accommodation of dietary restrictions

DanDan Guest Chef Dim Sum Brunch Series November 9 - Chef Eva Chin $100 per person. $20 deposit due at booking. 7 Dishes over 4 courses Tax & Gratuity not included For this event, we are not able to guarantee accommodation of dietary restrictions