TOP CHEF STARS JEREMY FORD & MEI LIN UNITE FOR A ONE-NIGHT-ONLY CULINARY COLLABORATION AT RESORTS WORLD LAS VEGAS, AUG. 27
LAS VEGAS (June 17, 2025) – Two of the culinary world’s most celebrated talents and Top Chef champions, Chef Jeremy Ford and Chef Mei Lin will join forces for a one-night-only dining event that promises to be as unforgettable as their award-winning careers. Taking place at Stubborn Seed, the newest venture from Grove Bay Hospitality Group and Chef Ford at Resorts World Las Vegas, this exclusive dinner on Wednesday, August 27 is a rare opportunity to experience the synergy of two culinary visionaries at the top of their game.
The special evening will feature a six-course tasting menu that blends the chefs’ distinct styles into a single harmonious experience. From inventive small bites to a show-stopping dessert, the menu is a celebration of flavor, artistry and collaboration.
“This collaboration is all about pushing boundaries, having fun and sharing our mutual passion for bold, flavor-driven cuisine,” said Chef Jeremy Ford. “We’re thrilled to bring Chef Mei’s innovative dishes to Stubborn Seed Las Vegas for a special night.”
Tasting Menu Highlights:
Welcome Bites
- Cannelloni of Wagyu Beef Tartar – English pea, papaya kimchi
- Foie Gras Tart – Mango from Chef Ford’s Florida farm
- Warm Celery Root – Maitake, mustard, caviar
First Course
- Citrus Cured Kanpachi – Green tomato, green chili mustard, lemon
Second Course
- Duck Cappelletti – Champagne leek emulsion, summer tomato ragout
Third Course
- Steamed Black Cod – Sichuan tingly broth
Main Course
- Black Garlic Glazed Wagyu Short Rib – Beef fat aioli, assorted pickles, lettuces, herbs
Dessert
- Honey Panna Cotta – Glazed figs, rosemary sorbet
Both Chef Jeremy Ford and Chef Mei Lin are no strangers to the spotlight. Chef Mei Lin, winner of Top Chef season 12 and Food Network’s Tournament of Champions IV, opened her third restaurant, 88 Club, in Beverly Hills in early April to critical acclaim. Her wildly popular outpost, Daybird, is the city’s first fast-casual Szechuan hot chicken restaurant. In 2020, she was a James Beard Foundation Award semifinalist for Best Chef in California. She is also familiar with the Las Vegas community as she credits her formal training and refinement of skills to her time at Wolfgang Puck’s Spago in Las Vegas.
Also a Top Chef champion (season 13), Chef Jeremy Ford and Stubborn Seed have recently retained their MICHELIN One Star status for 2025, a title the Miami flagship has held since 2022. This year, he was also awarded a prestigious MICHELIN Green Star for Stubborn Seed Miami’s leadership in environmental sustainability. Stubborn Seed Las Vegas debuted in February 2025, catching the attention of foodies throughout the West Coast and beyond. Stubborn Seed’s signature tasting menu is a playful showcase of seasonal flavors artfully plated with regionally and locally sourced ingredients.
The dinner is priced at $125 per person, and guests will have the option to elevate their experience with a curated wine pairing for $50. Reservations for the limited engagement can be made online HERE with seating times between 5 p.m. and 10 p.m.
For more information, please visit www.stubbornseed.com and follow on Instagram: @stubborn_seed.
About Grove Bay Hospitality Group
Founded in 2010, Grove Bay Hospitality Group is a Miami-based, award-winning restaurant group that creates innovative and memorable dining experiences through its critically-acclaimed restaurants. Grove Bay is led by three partners, Co-CEOs Francesco Balli and Ignacio Garcia-Menocal, both of whom were recognized as “Ultimate CEOs” by the South Florida Business Journal, and COO Eddie Acevedo. Together, they bring decades of combined hospitality experience to the group’s collective of unique restaurants. In Miami Beach, Grove Bay is home to Michelin-starred restaurant Stubborn Seed, a partnership with Top Chef winner Jeremy Ford; and Stiltsville Fish Bar, in collaboration with chefs Janine Booth and Jeff McInnis. In Coconut Grove, the group’s portfolio includes the park-side restaurant Glass & Vine; and stunning waterfront dining destination Bayshore Club at Regatta Harbour, which features a sprawling private event space next door called The Hangar. Grove Bay is also behind Beauty & the Butcher in Coral Gables, and Red Rooster Overtown. In 2025, Grove Bay expanded outside of South Florida with the opening of Stubborn Seed Las Vegas. www.grovebaygroup.com
About Resorts World Las Vegas
Since opening in 2021, Resorts World Las Vegas has become the premier destination on the Las Vegas Strip. Developed by Genting Berhad, a publicly traded Malaysian corporation registered with the Nevada Gaming Commission, the $4.3 billion resort is dedicated to providing guests with a one-of-a-kind luxury experience, complete with exceptional service, exquisite design and unparalleled amenities. In a partnership with Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Resorts World Las Vegas integrates three of Hilton’s premium brands into its resort campus. With over 3,500 guest rooms and suites, featuring modern design and luxurious touches, the property consists of Las Vegas Hilton at Resorts World, the resort’s full-service brand; Conrad Las Vegas at Resorts World, Hilton’s lifestyle luxury brand; and LXR, Hilton’s network of independent luxury properties, which operates as Crockfords Las Vegas, Genting’s internationally renowned ultra-luxury brand. The fully integrated resort boasts a wide range of world-class amenities and services including a 117,000 square foot state-of-the-art fully cashless casino floor, a 5,000 capacity theatre featuring the industry’s top headlining talent, distinct day and nightlife venues, a curated retail collection featuring designer and boutique shops, a stunning 27,000-square-foot spa and wellness center, over 50 food and beverage offerings from across the globe and more. Resorts World Las Vegas has ushered in a new world for luxury resorts, and invites guests to indulge with friends. Resorts World Las Vegas is Sharecare Health Security VERIFIED™ with Forbes Travel Guide while all three hotel brands are LEED Gold Certified. For more information, please visit rwlasvegas.com or find us on Facebook, LinkedIn, X and Instagram.
Media Contacts
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