Tickets on Sale Now: Events DC Embassy Chef Challenge 2024
Annual International Culinary Competition to be Held March 7th at Union Station
WHAT: The Events DC Embassy Chef Challenge is a gathering of Embassy chefs from around the world, showcasing the unique flavors of their home countries in a friendly, delicious culinary competition. With more than 10 embassies already confirmed to participate, the 2024 Challenge offers an immersive, global foodie experience only possible in Washington, DC.
Attendees will travel the world with their taste buds, sampling bites and beverages from the participating countries while chefs compete to win the coveted People’s Choice Award, chosen by guests’ votes and announced alongside the Judges’ Choice, selected by a panel of influential members of the diplomatic, cultural and culinary communities.
"I am thrilled to announce Events DC's international cultural programming, which will celebrate the diverse communities that call Washington, DC home," said Events DC President and CEO Angie M. Gates. "This year, we will kick-off festivities at the iconic Union Station with the Embassy Chef Challenge and showcase rich cultures from around the world through food, drink and more. I encourage everyone to join Events DC and our partners to celebrate the District's culinary scene through unforgettable events and activities."
With more than 175 embassies in Washington DC, this international culinary competition is a uniquely DC, one-of-a-kind, culturally enticing experience, not just in America, but around the globe. This prestigious culinary event is expected to sell out once again, attracting passionate and adventurous epicures for a light-hearted evening of cultural indulgence.
The 13th annual iteration of the Challenge not only encourages, exemplifies and celebrates culinary diplomacy but will also highlight the global achievements of the area’s awe-inspiring musicians, dancers and singers from around the world.
WHEN:
Thursday, March 7, 2024
6:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Union Station
50 Massachusetts Ave NE
Washington, DC 20002
WHO: Countries already confirmed include:
Barbados
China
Cuba
Dominican Republic
Hungary
Malawi
Morocco
Saudi Arabia
Serbia
Sri Lanka
Thailand
Ukraine
Uzbekistan
Events DC is also happy to announce that Giant is a new partner aligning with the Embassy Chef Challenge this year.
PRICE: General Admission - $150
Tickets include all the global sips and bites and live entertainment.
For tickets and more information, please visit the website HERE.
About Events DC
Events DC, the official convention and sports authority for the District of Columbia, delivers premier event services and flexible venues across the nation's capital. Leveraging the power of a world-class destination and creating amazing attendee experiences, Events DC generates economic and community benefits through the attraction and promotion of business, athletic, entertainment and cultural activities. Events DC oversees the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, an anchor of the District's hospitality and tourism economy that hosts more than 1.7 million visitors and generates more than $400 million annually in direct economic impact and the historic Carnegie Library at Mt. Vernon Square. Events DC manages the RFK Stadium-Armory Campus (RFK Campus), including Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium, Festival Grounds at RFK Campus, the non-military functions of the DC Armory and the Skate Park and The Fields at RFK Stadium. Stay current on the 190-acre RFK Campus Redevelopment Project at www.RFKFields.com. Events DC also built and serves as landlord for Nationals Park, the first LEED-certified major professional sports stadium in the United States. Events DC manages Gateway DC, R.I.S.E. Demonstration Center and Entertainment & Sports Arena all conveniently located in the Congress Heights neighborhood of Washington, DC. For more information, please visit www.eventsdc.com and find us on social media – Facebook, Instagram and YouTube (Events DC), and Twitter (@TheEventsDC) — and on our new hub for live and on-demand event programming on GATHER by Events DC at www.gatherbyeventsdc.com.
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