70 Top Chefs + Festival of Arts = Ultimate Foodie Night

Get ready, Laguna Beach – 70 chefs, wineries, and culinary stars are uniting for Chef Masters at the Festival of Arts grounds on Sunday, Sept. 28th, 5 - 9 p.m. (proceeds benefit 2 animal rescue groups).This Monday at “Best of Laguna Radio” at KXFM 104.7, I sat down with powerhouse culinary event producer Kristin Martin of KM Productions to talk about the jaw-dropping scale of this event, why it sells out every year, and how it benefits Priceless Pets and Carma OC animal rescues.The Big Event: Chef Masters returns September 28th, 5 - 9 p.m., at the Festival of Arts — 70 of Orange County’s top chefs with hundreds of tasting treats, live music, auctions and dancing under the stars.For a Cause: Tax deductible ticket sales support Priceless Pets and Carma OC, two well loved animal rescue nonprofits.Her Journey: Kristin’s leap from schoolteacher to one of Southern California’s most sought-after event producers.Chef Power: Why 70+ chefs (and wineries, breweries, and even mocktail makers) keep saying “yes” to her events.Behind the Curtain: Her craziest locations, the crazier set up demands, and the problem-solving mindset that keeps the show running smoothly.Ripple Effect: How these events boost nonprofits and shine a spotlight on chefs and restaurants long after the night ends.