WNC Battle of the Burger

Posted on by Gina Smith
Burger and fries at The Social. Photo by Cindy Kunst

 

WHAT: Asheville Food Fights WNC Battle of the Burger

WHEN: 3-7 p.m Sunday, Aug. 10

WHERE: Renaissance Asheville Hotel, 31 Woodfin St.

WHO: At press time, competitors included the Rankin Vault, Farm Burger, The Social, Ambrozia Bar and Bistro, Ben’s Tune-Up, Creekside Taphouse, King James Public House, Foggy Mountain Brewpub, Mojo Kitchen and Lounge, Buffalo Nickel and Farm to Fender

WHY: The winner will claim the title of Best Burger in WNC and qualify to compete in the World Food Championships in Las Vegas in November. A limited number of You Be the Judge tickets are available at $30 each including unlimited samples and local beer. General admission is $5; children younger than 12 get in free. Competitors will have sample-sized portions of their burgers for sale. Proceeds from the event will benefit Eblen Charities.

Tickets and details available at wncburgerbattle.com.

 

 

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