What
Tucson Michelada Challenge
When
6 – 10 p.m. Saturday, August 5
Where
Tucson Convention Center
260 S. Church Ave.
More Info
(520) 791-4101
tucsonmichelada.com
The Tucson Michelada Challenge is heading back to the Tucson Convention Center from 6 – 10 p.m. on Saturday, August 5.
For those scratching their heads about what a Michelada is, it’s like a Mexican Bloody Mary with beer instead of vodka.
There’s even a General involved in the existence of the Michelada.
During the Mexican Revolution of 1910, General Michel would order the concoction at the bar, and it’s been a popular ever since.
General admission is $25, which includes samples of each contestant’s creation, and a ballot to vote for their favorite. VIP tickets are $65, which also include a souvenir pint glass, designated seating area close to the stage, a $10 food voucher, and a server.
Competing bartenders will be given the beer, and everything else will be supplied by the bartenders’ respective restaurants, so prepare to see some adventurous entries.
To purchase tickets or register as a participant, visit tucsonmichelada.com.
Judges also have a say in the outcome, as a judging panel of local restaurant chefs are added to the mix.
Live entertainment will be provided by:
- Mariachi
- Folklorico Dancers
- Luchador Wrestling
Tucson Convention Center is located at 260 S. Church Ave. For tickets and more information, call (520) 791-4101 or visit tucsonmichelada.com.
Article written by:
Matt Sterner
More about MattAt a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.
He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.
If you’re in the mood for strange stories, head over to his pride and joy, wonkytimes.com. And in case you’re curious — yes, after all of this time, he still manages to roll a killer burrito.
