12th Annual Paella Challenge

6030 Padre Drive,San Antonio TX 78214

20 March, 2022

Description

The 12th Annual Paella Challenge will take place on Sunday, March 20, 2022 from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Event Information: When the quintessential dish of Spain and culinary all-stars from across the country and Mexico come together, you know it’s time for the return of the 12th Annual Corona Paella Challenge and 10th Annual H-E-B High School Challenge hosted by Chef Johnny Hernandez, benefitting Kitchen Campus. This March 20th, join fellow epicureans for a beautiful afternoon featuring distinguished chefs from San Antonio, across the United States and Mexico, live entertainment, wines from Spain, and sangria on the grounds of Mission County Park from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Watch as chefs go head-to-head in a competition to create the most impressive and tasty paella dishes cooked right before your eyes. Local high school teams will also compete in the H-E-B High School Paella Challenge for an opportunity to win a trip to the Culinary Institute of America in New York City! All proceeds will benefit Kitchen Campus programming. Visit www.paellachallenge.com for more event information, participating chefs, and a photo gallery from last year's event. This event does take place RAIN OR SHINE and is outdoors, therefore please come prepared. On-site parking is available and is free of charge. General Admission 21 and Older Ticket Information: The ticket price is ALL-INCLUSIVE which includes: Entry into the eventSampling of over 40 amazing Paellas and other Chef prepared appetizers.Beverages (Beer, Wine, Sangria, Sodas & Water)Entertainment for the dayGeneral Admission under 21 Ticket Information: Entry into the eventSampling of over 40 amazing Paellas and other Chef prepared appetizersBeverages (Sodas & Water)Entertainment for the dayVip Ticket Experience (Herradura VIP Margarita & Paella Tent): Interested in elevating your Paella Challenge Experience? Upgrade to a VIP ticket which includes access to the benefits below! Access to Chef Johnny’s Exclusive Paella Station Sampling of over 40 amazing Paellas and other Chef prepared appetizersLive Entertainment Exclusive beverages Access to La Gloria Specialty Margarita Bar Tented lounge area with private seating No-wait VIP entranceThis event does sell-out and when tickets are gone, they're gone! *** ID must be presented at check in for guest 21 and older *** As this is a fundraiser for our culinary youth program, there are no refunds on ticket sales. ***Children 6 years of age and younger get free admission and do not require a ticket.*** About Kitchen Campus: Kitchen Campus is a non-profit organization established in 2014 by Chef Johnny Hernandez. The organization’s mission is to connect today’s youth to culinary opportunities through education and advocacy. Kitchen Campus is an out-of-school program that provides students from high school with an opportunity to learn about food, nutrition, and cooking while exploring careers in the culinary industry. Activities include hands-on cooking classes, lectures, field trips, and guest chef workshops. Kitchen Campus works on behalf of local students who may not otherwise have the funds, access to resources, or the mentors necessary to help guide them to financial success through the culinary arts. The vision of Kitchen Campus is financial success through culinary arts. Program graduates will thrive—prepared to succeed with basic cooking skills and nutrition education, knowledge of the food industry, and leadership experience that empowers them to make a difference in their community.