TUCSON, AZ, September 11th, 2024 — The culinary showdown of the year is back! The 16th annual Iron Chef Tucson competition will take place at the Desert Diamond Casino’s Diamond Center in Sahuarita. This year's event features a thrilling face-off between the reigning two-time Iron Chef Kenneth Foy of Dante's Fire and 2024's formidable challenger, Anthony Dromgoole of Obon Sushi & Ramen.  

The event is on Saturday, October 5th, 2024, and promises to deliver an unforgettable culinary experience. New this year- reserved seating starts at $50, and all attendees will enjoy an exclusive Culinary Experience from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, where they can indulge in two hours of food and drink sampling, witness cooking demonstrations, participate in classes, and more. 

 

The main event, the Iron Chef Competition, will begin at 6:00 PM and continue until 7:30 PM. Audience members will have the chance to watch as these two culinary chefs go head-to-head in a battle of creativity, skill, and speed, using a mystery secret ingredient to create four dishes in one hour and be judged live. The attendance is expected to be 800 culinary fans. 

 

Don't miss out on this epic culinary showdown! Secure your tickets now and prepare to be amazed by the talents of two of Tucson's top chefs. 

 

Event Details: 

 

Date: Saturday, 10/5/24 

Location:  Desert Diamond Casino Diamond Center, Sahuarita 

Culinary Experience: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 

Iron Chef Competition: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM 

Tickets: Reserved seating starts at $50 

 

For more information on our competing chefs, to purchase tickets, and all things Iron Chef Tucson, please visit www.ironcheftucson.com 

 

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