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K.C. Gulbro
Chef K.C. Gulbro, owner of FoxFire Restaurant and Copper Fox event venue, has dedicated his life to culinary excellence. Starting as a dishwasher and mastering every aspect of the restaurant industry, Gulbro opened FoxFire in 2003. Over two decades, FoxFire has thrived, earning the title of 'Steakhouse of the Year' in 2023 and attracting notable guests like Stevie Nicks and Reggie Jackson.
Gulbro's latest venture, Copper Fox, is an all-inclusive event space in downtown Geneva, IL, offering everything from private parties to public events. His commitment to community engagement and philanthropy has made both venues integral to Geneva's cultural fabric.
Nationally recognized, Gulbro has appeared on WGN's Midday News Lunchbreak, ESPN's Beyond Sports, and other major platforms. His work has been featured in Meat + Poultry, Yahoo Lifestyle, Food Republic, and The Takeout, among others.
Jordan Hughes
Jordan Hughes is a full-time creative in the food & beverage industry, based out of Portland, OR. He works as a photographer, recipe developer and social media consultant for various brands, bars and restaurant groups.
In 2017, he started the Instagram and blog titled High-Proof Preacher, which has since been featured in Forbes, AskMen, Liquor.com, VinePair. In 2019, Saveur Magazine labeled his account the editor's & reader's choice for Best Drinks Instagram.
