Birdie’s Soft Serve for Southern Smoke Foundation
Birdie's Austin 2944 E 12th St Unit A, AustinJames Beard Award Finalist Chef Tracy Malechek-Ezekiel is whipping up a special soft serve to share with guests to support SSF’s Behind You program.
Annual Events
Southern Smoke Festival
Save the date for SSF25! We will be back at Discovery Green on October 4, 2025 with more great food, drinks and music to take care of our own. Thank you to everyone who cooked, poured, and attended in 2024. We couldn’t do what we do without you.
Southern Smoke Decanted 2025
Welcome aboard S.S. Decanted: Yachty by Nature—a vintner’s tasting reception and auction where luxury meets purpose—chaired by Chuck and Vanessa Ames. Imagine yourself savoring the finest wines and gourmet delights, with the breezy beats of Yacht Rock and classic Hip Hop setting the perfect backdrop.
Enjoy an expertly curated tasting reception before raising a toast (and a paddle!) to the food and beverage industry at a seated live auction benefiting Southern Smoke Foundation. So gather your friends, dust off your captain’s hats, and join us for an inspiring celebration that toasts to resilience, community, and the power of giving back. Tickets and tables are sold out!
Preview/Register for the Auction
Respect the Rosé
We’ve been drinking pink wine with some of our favorite chefs since 2016! We’ll be back May 17, 2025 with a new theme and another great party!