Appetizer Throwdown!! Battle of Culinary's Own Iron Chefs!

Chef Craig, explaining his techniques, while Andres and Hector watch

 The eager and hungry judges

Chocolate Nachos--enjoyed by even our youngest judge!

Deconstructed Sweet Tamale--Sweet Corn, Chicken and Green Chili’s, Ancho Chili Crema

Caesar Tacos--Grilled Chicken, Shredded Romaine, Garlic Croutons, Heirloom Tomatoes with an Avocado Caesar Dressing in a Parmesan Shell

Shrimp Po’ Boy--Mini Baguette with Cajun Remoulade, Red Cabbage Slaw, Tempura Shrimp and a Pickle Ring

Grilled Veggie Roll--Zucchini, Portobello Mushroom, Carrots, Rolled and topped with Montrachet and a Radish Fan, Balsamic Reduction

Pineapple Shrimp Yacht--Grilled Pineapple with a Shrimp Sail on an Ocean of Tequila Coconut Cream

Garden Snow Cone--Micro Greens, Cucumber, Mango, Carrots, Jicama Drizzled with a Vodka Cranberry Vinaigrette and Manchego AND Spicy Thai Shrimp Puffs in a Coconut Cloud

 Bulgogi Taco--Won Ton, Beef, Nori, Wakame Salad, Kimchee, Edamame Puree