Tampa Bay Food Fight is headed to the home of the Tampa Bay Lightning. The 8th annual event will be held on February 11 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Amalie Arena.
This year’s special guest is Chopped Judge and Food Network host Geoffrey Zakarian. Madeline Zakrian, Geoffrey’s daughter and co-author of The Family that Cooks Together cookbook, will also attend.
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Over 50 of Tampa Bay’s heaviest culinary hitters will serve good food during the event. The restaurant roster features Tampa royalty such as Bern’s Steak House, Bavaro’s, Mise En Place, Ocean Prime, and Timpano. St. Pete staples, including the newly opened Mowgli’s Tiffin, Teak, Parkshore Grill, House of Vegano, The Hangar, Allelo, and Juno & The Peacock, will also compete.
Savor more than 50 of the best restaurants in Tampa Bay
GA level 1 tickets are $150. The ticket includes 21 food and drink punches to sample from the best local restaurants in the Bay Area, 8 craft cocktail samples curated by top mixologists, and premium arena seating near the stage for an up-close view of the event. This is an incredible value for a night of gourmet food and entertainment.
GA Level 2 tickets are also available, offering 14 food and rink punches to enjoy, 5 cocktail samples, and access to regular arena seating.
A foodie festival for a good cause
This action-packed event is not just about food and fun. It supports Metropolitan Ministries’ job training programs, helping individuals in the Tampa Bay area gain essential skills, certifications, and education that lead to meaningful career opportunities and self-sufficiency. By attending, you are directly contributing to the betterment of the Tampa community.
The Culinary Arts Program is a 15-week course consisting of 12 training modules and a 3-week externship at a local restaurant. Students receive real-life, fast-paced training from our knowledgeable chef instructors. The goal is to prepare students in culinary arts skills so that they can become self-sufficient and positive members of the community.
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