Local chefs to face off in cooking competition

Focus will be on local foods, sustainability February 11, 2013

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Three local chefs will compete in a Feb. 19 Cardinal Cook-Off at the University of Louisville as part of a program to promote healthy eating and a sustainable food system.

In the free, public event at the Swain Student Activities Center (Multipurpose Room), each chef will receive a basket of ingredients and be challenged to prepare three dishes, including at least one vegan item. A panel of judges and audience votes will determine the winners.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m., the program starts at 6 p.m., and winners will be announced at 7:45 p.m. Participating chefs are: