Hands Please is an invitation-only gathering created in collaboration with Joshua Hernandez, designed to honor the spirit, resilience, and creativity of the nation’s hospitality community.

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Born from a desire to pause amid the pace of the industry, Hands Please brings together the country’s most talented, generous, and mission-driven chefs, restaurateurs, and hospitality leaders for an evening of connection, conversation, and celebration.

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This event is more than a dinner — it’s a moment to raise a glass, share stories, and celebrate the people who make hospitality what it is. In a profession defined by service, Hands Please turns the spotlight back on those whose hands shape the experience, reminding us that behind every plate and pour is a story worth celebrating.