Thankful!, Family Service’s annual farm-to-table gathering, showcases the exceptional talent of our city’s chefs and the richness of our culinary heritage. This special evening invites us to reflect on the many blessings we share—family, friends, and community—while extending meaningful support to those who are most in need. The video shares our Current Chefs view on this special event.
Thankful! Details
Thankful! partners with six phenomenal San Antonio Chefs to bring you a small portion plate with specialties representative of each chef, and the choice of alcohol pairings. Guests are welcome, and encouraged, to explore the venue throughout the night and will have the chance to meet our partner chefs.
Where
Venue Briscoe Western Art Museum
The indoor/outdoor event allows for space for our guests to safely enjoy dinner. For general ticket holders, there will be general seating available and sponsors will have tables reserved for them per their sponsorship agreement.
When
Tuesday, November 18th, 6-9pm
Tickets
Attending Thankful! supports our community and enables Family Service to continue our mission of empowering individuals and families to transform their lives and strengthen our communities. Individual tickets can be purchased for $150, a pair of tickets for $250, and there are varying levels of sponsorship available.
Paid Parking is located at Riverbend Garage – 210 N. Presa Street, San Antonio, TX 78205. You can prepay for your parking below or within your ticket purchase. You may also separately here or pay as you arrive to the event.
Purchase Individual Tickets
Tickets can be bought as individual tickets or in pairs.
Become a Sponsor
We have a varying levels of sponsorships available.
Partner Chefs
Thankful! is our family dinner. We are thrilled to be partnering with amazing San Antonio Chefs to bring you a night of delicious food!
Chef Tricia Fleming Schleicher
Magnolia Pancake Haus has been featured on Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives as well as Food Networks Texas Highways.
Chef Johnny Hernandez
Received acclaim in publications such as Texas Monthly, Bon Appetit, Travel & Leisure, Martha Stewart Magazine, and Garden & Southern Living.
Chef Elizabeth Johnson
Recognized by the James Beard Foundation as a “food as Medicine Guru”.
Chef Geronimo Lopez
Executive Chef at Pearl’s Hotel Emma. Received the Michelin Guide’s prestigious Two Keys Rating in 2024. James Beard Foundation selected Chef Lopez for the Taste America: San Antonio series
Chef Sofia Tejeda
of Intercontinental San Antonio Riverwalk
Nominee for Outstanding Pastry Chef by the James Beard Foundation.
FAQS
Find the answers to your questions here
Is Thankful! a sit down dinner?
Thankful! 2025, partners with six phenomenal San Antonio Chefs to bring you a small plate, progressive dinner with specialties representative of each chef, and the choice of alcohol pairings. Guests are welcome, and encouraged, to explore the venue throughout the night and will have the chance to meet our partner chefs.
Where is the event?
Thankful! 2025 will take place at Venue Briscoe Western Art Museum.
Guests will be able to walk freely and explore the Chef tables, alcohol tastings, and more!
What time should I arrive?
Thankful! 2025 takes place 6-9 PM. We encourage you to arrive early in the evening to be able to sample all of the chefs’ small plates!
Where should I park?
There is a city parking garage across the street from Venue Briscoe Western Art Museum. The Paid Parking garage can be accessed from market St. as well as N. Presa St. Street.
- Parking is free downtown at approved lots
What should I wear?
Thankful! is a casual family dinner. You can view photos from our past years on our Facebook.
What Chefs will be there?
Chef Tricia Flemming Schleicher of Magnolia Pancake Haus, Chef Johnny Hernandez of La Gloria and Kitchen Campus, Chef Elizabeth Johnson of PharmTable, Chef Geronimo Lopez of Botika, Chef Steve McHugh of Cured and Landrance and Chef Sofia of Mixtl.
Contact
For more information, please call Debora Guzman Perez at 210-233-5338 or email us at dperez@family-service.org.
