Chef Showdown | Culinary Dinner Theater

Our cooking competitions are a huge hit. Where else do you get to be the judge of a cooking competition?! The food is excellent and the atmosphere fun. We are excited to offer another chef SHOWDOWN! We have often described the delecTable experience as watching a cooking show where you get to eat the food. We’re taking that concept to the next level again, with an even more fun -- and what’s sure to be delicious -- cooking competition! If you missed our last SHOWDOWN, here's your chance. Our EXECUTIVE CHEF NICK JOHNSON will take on our FORMER EXECUTIVE CHEF DREW NIEDERCORN, to see who can create the most outstanding food for you! Each course will feature a different _VOM_FASS ingredient. You will judge each course based on presentation, taste, and how well the _VOM_FASS ingredient is highlighted. There will be four courses. Therefore, you’ll be served eight dishes to judge. Each chef will prepare their own dishes for each course, which will be kept secret to keep the other in the dark. As always, each chef will happily accommodate any dietary restrictions. And as always, each course will be paired with wine or spirits. The course structure will be: FIRST COURSE APPETIZER _VOM_FASS _BLACK CUMIN OIL_ __Derived from the small seeds of black cumin, this oil has a savory, bitter taste and a high amount of essential oils. Mixed with other oils it is a great addition to salads or for seasoning for Asian dishes. With its unique taste profile, we’re very interested to see what our chefs come up with! SECOND COURSE SALAD _VOM_FASS _WILLIAMS CHRIST PEAR BALSAMIC VINEGAR_ The pears used to make this vinegar originate from the orchard meadows in the region of Upper Swabia, and possess an enormous spectrum of aromas and a refreshing flavor. This balsamic vinegar has a unique and delightful taste, with a strong enough flavor for the chefs to easily feature it in their dish.  THIRD COURSE PROTEIN _VOM_FASS _ROSEMARY EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL_ __The rich, resiny aroma of this oil will transport you to the Mediterranean. It offers a bright, distinctive flavor, thanks to the slow extraction of dried rosemary. This oil is delightful with pork, lamb, and potato and pasta dishes, so our chefs have lots of room for creativity.  FOURTH COURSE DESSERT _VOM_FASS _Nut Chocolate Liqueur_ __This is a wonderful liqueur composed of a hazelnut distillate infused with delicate chocolate flavor. Luxurious and aromatic, it is an excellent complement to coffee or espresso and is thoroughly enchanting in desserts. It will be a treat to see what our chefs do with the deliciousness of this liqueur! FOUR COMPETING COURSES (EIGHT DISHES) | FOUR PAIRINGS One seating, 6:00 p.m. - reservations required. $25 deposit per person. PRICES Bar Seating: $64/person* General Seating: $69/person* Chef's Table: $79/person* *Price includes dinner and drink pairings. Tax and 20% service charge will be added at event. Please let us know if you have a food allergy or a special dietary need, or would prefer a mocktail - we are happy to accommodate. You can note this when you purchase your reservation.  The $25 you see on Eventbrite is the deposit only. Remaining payment to be made when checking in prior to start of event. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions. _YOU ARE WELCOME TO ARRIVE UP TO AN HOUR EARLY TO ENJOY A COCKTAIL FROM OUR BAR AND SHOP VOMFASS._