There are dinners, and then there are experiences that feel like a full-circle moment. On May 14, 2026, Fat Ox hosts the third chapter of its celebrated Four Top dinner series with a special “Homecoming Edition,” a one-night-only culinary event rooted in reunion.
This exclusive evening brings together an impressive lineup of chefs whose shared history runs deep. Rochelle Daniel and Steven “Chops” Smith return to the restaurant they helped open alongside Matt Carter more than a decade ago, reuniting in the kitchen for a collaborative five-course tasting menu.
They’re joined by longtime collaborator Cory Oppold, with a pastry finale by Tammie Coe and Fat Ox’s own Lisa Graf. Together, the group will craft a menu that balances refined technique with seasonal flavors, each dish reflecting an individual point of view while honoring a shared culinary foundation…