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Boyne Mountain - Chefs Challenge - April 23 -24, 2010

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Showcasing the best Chefs in the state of Michigan.  If you’re looking for a fun-filled, exciting event don’t miss the 3rd Annual Chefs Challenge for Challenge Mountain, April 23-24.

Chef Teams from northern and southern Michigan present the state’s great agricultural diversity at its succulent finest, complimented by fine Michigan wines and micro-brews, a true premier Michigan event.  Weekend events includes exciting seminars, culinary exhibits and two Chef competitions along with great fine and wine.  This year’s celebrity judges are Chef Michelle Bommarito, Chef Hermann Suhs, Chef Angus Campbell, Chef Rob Haney, Barb Tholin and Ruth Mossok Johnston.

Judging takes place in two separate events:

Tasting: Chefs, micro brewers, vintners and spirits distillers are judged by a team of celebrity judges and the public
Iron Chef Cook-Off: A battle between the winning teams from the north and south

The tasting is from 11 am - 2 pm on Saturday, April 24 in the Civic Center.  Cost is $25 for 8 tickets good towards food and beverage tastings.  Entry/tickets can be paid at the door.  The Iron-Chef Cook-Off also happens on Saturday beginning at 6 pm and is $100 per person.  For Iron-Chef Cook-Off reservations, please call 231-582-1186.  All proceeds benefit Challenge Mountain.

Sponsorship and vendor opportunities are available.

Event poster.

Free seminars are scheduled on Saturday and hosted by the celebrity judges and other special guests.  The schedule includes:

9:45 a.m.-10:45 a.m.: The 8 Steps to Taking Care of You Bommarito Style
Presented by Chef Michelle Bommarito

9 a.m.-9:45 a.m.: Investigating the Michigan Mezze Table
Presented by Chef Angus Campbell

2 p.m.-2:45 p.m.: Feed Me Heartfully
Presented by Ruth Mossok Johnston

2:45 p.m.-3:30 p.m.: Food for Thought on Food Preservation, Canning and Organic
Presented by Tim Young

2:45 p.m.-3:30 p.m.: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Maple Syrup and Collection
Presented by Grant Woods

4 p.m.-4:45 p.m.: Pairing of Wines
Presented by Sommelier, Ed Brehm

4 p.m.-4:45 p.m.:  Micro-Brewing
Presented by John Leonardo of Motor City Brewing

4:45 p.m.-5:30 p.m.: The Ins and Outs of Vodka Distillery
Presented by Rafino Valentine of Valentine Vodka

Special lodging rates are offered on April 23 and 24 including the Clock Tower Lodge for $67 per night and $118 per night for the luxurious Mountain Grand Lodge and Spa.  For lodging reservations, please call 800.GO.BOYNE (462-6963).

For additional event information, please visit www.chefs-challenge.com.

All Chefs Challenge proceeds go to help Challenge Mountain, the nation’s only adaptive recreational facility dedicated exclusively to people with special needs. 100% of all donated dollars go directly to Challenge Mountain programs.

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