What
Iron Chef Tucson 2017
When
11 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 3
Where
Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa
3800 E. Sunrise Dr.
More Info
(520) 618-6141
ironcheftucson.com
This year’s Iron Chef Tucson competition, presented by Stella Artois and E. W. Scripps Media, takes place Saturday, June 3 at the Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa from 11 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Two competitors will face off before a panel of 3 judges who sample their dishes, determining who will reign supreme and be crowned the 2017 winner.
The two talented contenders this year are executive chef Travis Peters of The Parish and Mama Louisa’s executive chef Michael Elefante.
Before the competition, you can eat your way through the day during the Culinary Experience. Featured demos from local and national culinary experts will be available, along with products to highlight your personal culinary experience. If that’s not enough to convince you, featured tastings from local restaurants will be spread throughout the event as well.
The Iron Chef Tucson competition unfolds like a fast-paced television show, including a surprise ingredient that’s revealed moments before the culinary clash begins.
Ticket Prices
Culinary Experience Ticket ($20)
- Showcase of cooking products, services, and demos from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Appearances from restaurants and chefs that entered the competition
- Ticket does not include admission to the Iron Chef Tucson competition
General Admission Ticket ($40)
- Includes admission to the Culinary Experience from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Iron Chef Tucson competition from 6 – 7:30 p.m.
VIP Admission Ticket ($75)
- Admission to the Culinary Experience from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- VIP Reception from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
- Iron Chef Tucson competition from 6 – 7:30 p.m.
For more information, call (520) 618-6141 and visit ironcheftucson.com to purchase tickets.
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.
