This February, seven local chefs will join forces for a culinary event in memory of one of their own. On Friday, Feb. 25 and Saturday, Feb. 26, Napa River Grill will host a five-course chef collaboration dinner with wine pairings in memory of their sous chef Kenneth Black. Black was tragically killed in an auto accident in April of 2010, just five days short of his 25^th birthday. “A Culinary Tribute Benefiting The Kenneth Black Memorial Scholarship Fund” will be held at the Westport Village location of Wild Eggs and all proceeds will be donated to a scholarship fund at Sullivan University named in his honor. Tickets are $125 per person including tax (gratuity is appreciated) and can be purchased by calling (502) 423-5784. Reservations are required and seating is limited. For more information, please visit www.aculinarytribute.com.

The star studded cast of chefs includes chef Anthony Lamas of Seviche, chef Kathy Cary of Lilly’s, chef John Castro of Winston’s at Sullivan University, chef John Varanese of Varanese, chef John Plymale of Porcini and chef Michelle Childers of Napa River Grill. Each chef will be responsible for a specific course showcasing their individual areas of expertise and cuisine. Chef David Malthaner, executive chef of Napa River Grill, will oversee the production of the dinner.

Each night of dining will feature two separate dinner seatings and the participating chefs will be on hand to present their dishes and interact with guests. The first seating will begin with a cocktail reception at 5:30 p.m. Dinner will be served promptly at 6 p.m. The second seating will begin with a cocktail reception at 8 p.m. and dinner served promptly at 8:30 p.m.