Ottumwa Symphony Orchestra to Host “25 Men Who Can Cook”
The Ottumwa Symphony Orchestra proudly presents the 15th year of “the tastiest two hours in Ottumwa!” Prepare to experience the creativity and culinary talent of some of the area’s finest chefs and home cooks as they compete for top honors in pre-dining, entrée, and dessert categories.
On June 20th at Bridge View Center, from 11am to 1pm, judges will visit each chef, sample their dish, and provide constructive, positive feedback. Attendees can taste as many dishes as they like and vote for their favorite. Many chefs aspire to win the coveted “People’s Choice Award,” earned by securing the majority of votes placed in the ballot box by the hundreds of attendees.
Some event highlights:
- Ample seating for diners
- Delicious sweet and savory items prepared by the talented 25
- Silent auction to include: jewelry created by Mary Jane Vasconez; chef’s table donated by Bridge View Center; meat bundle from Fareway; a beautiful watercolor painting; small wine fridge; pie-of-the-month; and a round of golf at Cedar Creek.
Many thanks go out to the event sponsors South Ottumwa Savings Bank and Edward Jones, as well as to Elliot Oil for their donation of $200 in gas card to be raffled off during the event.
Advanced tickets can be purchased for just $20 from any OSO board member or participating chef, at Bridge View Center box office or online HERE (fees may apply). Tickets will be available at the door for $25 for adults and just $5 for children ages 6-12).
For more information about the orchestra’s full season, visit the Events page.
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It is the mission of The Ottumwa Symphony Orchestra to inspire, enrich, educate and build community through the power of live music.