10/08/2025
We’re thrilled to share the full lineup (so far) for Empty Bowls 2025!
On Friday, October 24, the Stratford Rotary Complex will come alive with food, art, and music as our community gathers to support Stratford House of Blessing’s essential food programs.
This year’s event, hosted by the one and only Eddie Matthews, will feature an incredible selection of Stratford and area’s top restaurants and caterers, each contributing their own unique flavour to the evening, including 53northrestaurantstratford, Bijou, Black Angus Bakery & Catering, Braai House, Campbells' Catering, Dave's Diner, Foster's Inn & Mercer Kitchen/Beer Hall/Hotel, Gilly's Pubhouse, Huron Shores Catering Services, Soup Surreal, The Local Community Food Centre, and Wild Hog Country Market.
Guests will also enjoy freshly baked breads from Downie Street Bakehouse, Taylor's Delicatessen & Olive Your Favourites, and COBS Bread Stratford Mall, plus desserts from The Parlour Inn, Shakespeare Pies, Anna Mae's, and Brittany Bakes, with tea and coffee courtesy of Tea Leaves Tea Tasting Bar and To Bean or Not To Bean.
The evening’s soundtrack will come from the Bannerman Brothers (of Upside of Maybe), Twas Now, and Lauren Neilson, three incredible acts bringing their own mix of heart, harmony, and community spirit.
Over the next few weeks, we’ll be highlighting these restaurants and musicians, along with the generous sponsors and silent auction donors who help make Empty Bowls possible, and of course, the amazing and unique bowls hand-painted by local artists. Follow along as we celebrate the incredible local talent, creativity, and generosity that bring this event to life.
🎟️ Tickets are available now and they’re going fast! Join us for an unforgettable evening of food, music, and community.
👉 https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/empty-bowls-2025-tickets-1510656196349
