Chef’s Challenge semifinals and finals

Yes, chef: Contestants at last year’s chef competition finale. Photo by Jennifer Haynes

Throughout the spring, chefs have been battling it out over secret ingredients to see whose cuisine reigns supreme. The talent has been whittled down to just a chosen few; WNC, below are your victors and their upcoming battle dates. The final challenge, judged by a panel of experts, will take place during the Asheville Wine and Food Festival. Tickets to all events are available in limited supply here: http://avl.mx/ib. All events take place at the Century Room at Pack’s Tavern.

Tueday, Aug. 14:
Chef Jason Roy of Lexington Ave. Brewery (Asheville) verses Chef Nate Allen of Knife & Fork (Spruce Pine)
Thursday, Aug.16: Chef David Ryba of the Inn on Biltmore (Biltmore) verses Chef Stewart Lyon of Boca (Asheville)
Thursday, Aug. 23: Final Chefs Challenge (TBD)

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