This post was submitted by Giovanna Couey and edited by EatDrinkMadison.com.

Photo courtesy of Ignite Madison

Ignite Madison hosted an All Things Food event that took place May 21 at High Noon Saloon. If you’re not familiar with Ignite, it’s a global movement connecting people in cities and exposing new ideas and people.

Ignite features five minute presentations by people who have an idea–and the guts–to get onstage and share it with fellow creative folks. Each presentation is composed of 20 slides that automatically advance every 15 seconds.

At All Things Food, the audience heard stories from people from all different walks of life but connected by what we eat and why. Whether it was learning about living off the grid, being a “huntress,” connecting with family or focusing on sustainability, the 10 speakers all had engaging and inspiring stories.

All Things Food even featured a local celebrity chef, as Dan Bonanno from Pig and a Fur Coat was on hand to talk about how he translates his Italian past and Madison present into his delicious cooking.

With more than 200 guest in attendance, All Things Food also raised over $1,500 for the Community Action Coalition of Southern Wisconsin, providing food for families in the Madison area and beyond.

The next Ignite Madison will take place in September.