The D.C. Club Crawl: Inside the Kitchens of Chevy, Columbia & Congressional is nearly sold out, with only a handful of seats remaining for this exclusive pre-conference experience. Available only to Chef to Chef Conference attendees, this one-day, all-access tour on Saturday, March 22, 2025, takes participants inside the culinary operations of three of the country’s most elite private clubs.
This guided tour offers unparalleled access to the kitchens, back-of-house operations, and dining spaces of Chevy Chase Club, Columbia Country Club, and Congressional Country Club. Attendees will engage directly with top club chefs and food & beverage leaders, gaining firsthand insight into how these industry leaders execute high-level à la carte, banquet, and event service.
What to Expect at Each Club
Inside Chevy Chase Club’s Culinary Operation
Attendees will step inside the kitchens of Chevy Chase Club, a 133-year-old, 2,500-member club known for its $9.5 million, year-round food and beverage operation. The tour includes access to the Main Kitchen, Banquet Kitchen, Pool Kitchen, and the club’s newest upscale and casual dining venues, all designed to serve multiple high-level dining experiences.
A highlight of the visit is the Chef’s Garden, a key component of the club’s commitment to fresh, seasonal ingredients. Director of Culinary Ken Gladysz, CEC, and General Manager & CEO Luke O’Boyle, CCE, will share how their teams balance large-scale banquet execution, a diverse à la carte program, and private events across multiple buildings.
The experience includes a chef-attended buffet lunch, featuring specialty beverages and action stations, offering a taste of the club’s refined approach to hospitality.
Inside Columbia Country Club’s Newly Transformed Culinary Operation
Columbia Country Club has undergone a $15 million renovation, expanding and modernizing its kitchen and dining spaces. Attendees will tour the 3,000-square-foot Grille Kitchen, redesigned for efficiency and execution, as well as the butcher cutting room and dry-aging program, which elevate the club’s in-house offerings.
Beyond the kitchen, Executive Chef Brandon Gross will guide attendees through Columbia’s refreshed dining spaces, including the family dining room, Terrace Room, and the historic 1898 Room, which offers stunning golf course views and a glimpse into the club’s rich history. The tour also showcases Columbia’s reimagined Columbia Room, upgraded bar, and redesigned men’s and women’s card rooms, all part of its commitment to modern hospitality.
Attendees will enjoy light chef-prepared snacks while gaining insight into how Columbia has positioned itself for the future while preserving its deep-rooted traditions.
Inside Congressional Country Club’s Storied Culinary Operation
Congressional Country Club, the #1 Platinum Club of America, is a place where history, tradition, and high-level hospitality come together. Attendees will explore the main kitchen, which has been a workhorse of the club since 1955, producing meals for over 2,000 events annually.
Executive Chef and Food & Beverage Director Matthew Morrison and Director of Catering & Event Operations Rachel Krueger will lead attendees through the club’s three distinct dining venues, the Pub Kitchen—now the busiest restaurant on property—and the Capitol Dining Room, which features historical memorabilia gifted by the OSS, reflecting the club’s deep ties to Washington’s past. The tour will also highlight Congressional’s Golf Performance Center and its lively Duck Pin Bowling Alley, offering a glimpse into the club’s extensive member experiences.
Congressional’s culinary program blends tradition and innovation, honoring its century-old legacy with signature dishes like Navy Bean Soup, Lobster Bisque, and legendary Rum Buns, while constantly evolving to meet modern tastes and expectations. Attendees will gain insight into how the club executes large-scale events, maintains a dynamic à la carte program, and delivers an exceptional member dining experience.
D.C. Club Crawl Agenda
Saturday, March 22, 2025
Departs from Baltimore Marriott Waterfront at 11 AM
$650 | Limited seats available
- 10:30 AM – Meet in the lobby of the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront
- 11:00 AM – Depart Baltimore Marriott Waterfront
- 12:00 PM – Arrive at Chevy Chase Club
- 2:00 PM – Depart Chevy Chase Club
- 2:30 PM – Arrive at Columbia Country Club
- 4:00 PM – Depart Columbia Country Club
- 4:30 PM – Arrive at Congressional Country Club
- 7:30 PM – Depart Congressional Country Club
- 8:30 PM – Return to Baltimore Marriott Waterfront
Secure One of the Final Seats
Priced at $650 per person, this all-inclusive experience is available only to registered Chef to Chef attendees. With spots nearly gone, those interested should act now to secure one of the last remaining seats before it sells out.
To add the D.C. Club Crawl to an existing Chef to Chef registration, attendees can modify their registration (see instructions below) or sign up through the conference portal before it’s too late.
How to Add the D.C. Club Crawl to Your Registration
To secure your spot for this pre-conference experience, follow these steps to modify your registration:
- Click here to modify your registration
- Scroll to the “Already registered?” section at the bottom of the page.
- Enter your email address and confirmation number.
- Scroll down and click “Modify Registration” in the bottom left corner.
- Select D.C. Club Crawl from the list of available add-ons.
- Click “Next” until you reach your updated Registration Summary page.
- Confirm and submit your updated registration.
Seats are extremely limited. Interested chefs should register as soon as possible.
Having trouble adding this to your registration? Contact Joanna DeChellis, Editorial Director, at [email protected].
