Live Fire Experience

This event brings together professional chefs and food enthusiasts for an evening celebrating open-fire cooking at Rosa Parks Circle in downtown Grand Rapids. The Live Fire Experience kicks off ACF Convention Week with multiple cooking stations where local chefs and culinary teams demonstrate their craft. You'll watch skilled cooks prepare dishes using live flames, featuring everything from traditional American barbecue to international cuisine like Beijing duck. It's a hands-on celebration of culinary creativity and technique, with food prepared right in front of you. This gathering welcomes everyone from industry professionals to home cooks who simply love great food. Whether you're curious about cooking methods, want to sample bold flavors, or enjoy connecting with passionate food people, you'll find something to appreciate. The open-air setting at Rosa Parks Circle makes for a relaxed community atmosphere where you can explore different cooking stations at your own pace and discover new culinary inspiration.