12 Chefs of Christmas

The Inaugural 12 Chefs of Christmas, an event for, about, and celebrating central Indiana residents' love affair with food and craft beer is on Saturday, December 15 from 7pm until 10pm Indianapolis City Market. The event, conceived by Brad Gates Catering and Events, benefits Indianapolis City Market Corporation, a non-profit public marketplace dedicated to feeding the community and its guests by offering distinct foods, products and services in an environment that preserves and perpetuates Central Indiana's agricultural, architectural and cultural history.

Guests may also enjoy eggnog made by City Market's Natural Born Juicers as well as tasty treats from A Taste of Philly Pretzels and The Amazing Snack Food Company. Live entertainment provided by Tonos Triad and Elevator Up! will fill the Market while Tomlinson Tap Room will be open for additional Indiana craft beer, vodka, and bourbon purchases.

Advance tickets are $125 for general admission and $150 for VIP, which includes early entry for beer cocktails provided by Bluebeard and Wilks & Wilson as well as a Catacombs tour. Tickets will be available for walk-up purchase day of event at City Market for $150. Designated Driver tickets are available for $75. Tickets are available at participating City Market merchants, online at www.brownpapertickets.com, Flat 12 Bierwerks located at 414 Dorman Street on the near-east side of downtown Indianapolis, as well as at Bluebeard at 653 Virginia Ave.