The New Hampshire Food Bank’s Ninth Annual Steel Chef Challenge

Event Details:

• Date: Monday, March 17, 2025
• Location: Armory Ballroom, Doubletree by Hilton Manchester Downtown, Manchester, NH
• Venue Transformation: The ballroom will be converted into an elegant dining space for approximately 680 guests, creating a unique atmosphere for this culinary showdown.

Event Schedule:

• 5:00 pm – VIP Entry & Meet-and-Greet: Exclusive access for VIP ticket holders to meet Chef Marcus Samuelsson before the main event.
• 6:00 pm – General Admission Entry & Cocktail Hour: Doors open to all guests for a cocktail hour, mingling, and anticipation building.
• 6:30 pm – Competition Begins: Watch live as New Hampshire’s finest chefs battle in a timed cooking challenge under the expert eye of Chef Samuelsson.
• 7:15 pm – Dinner Served: Enjoy a delicious dinner specially curated by Chef Samuelsson, highlighting local ingredients and innovative techniques.
• 8:45 pm – Steel Chef Winner Named: Celebrate the victory of the evening’s culinary champion.

Event Highlights:

• Live Cooking Competition: Witness the creativity and skill of local chefs as they vie for the title of Steel Chef.
• Dinner by Marcus Samuelsson: Savor a unique dining experience with dishes designed by one of the world’s top chefs.
• Live and Silent Auctions: Participate in auctions with proceeds going directly to support the New Hampshire Food Bank.
• VIP Experience: Get up close with Chef Samuelsson and enjoy exclusive perks during the pre-event meet-and-greet.

Purpose and Impact:

Why Attend?

• Culinary Excellence: Experience high culinary art in action.
• Charity Support: Make a difference by supporting local food initiatives.
• Entertainment: Enjoy an evening filled with competitive spirit, gourmet dining, and philanthropy.

Conclusion: