In what has been dubbed "the cooking event showdown of the season," from 6-10 p.m. on Nov. 7, Affirmations LGBT community center and the Triangle Foundation will battle it out – with pots, pans, utensils and select ingredients. The event will be held at Mirepoix Cooking School, part of Holiday Market in Royal Oak.
The Duel, originally scheduled earlier this year, was pushed back to its new date after preparations fell short in time for the event. This time, however, both groups assure that the battle is fully on.
Teams will be led by either Affirmations CEO Leslie Thompson and Triangle Executive Director Alicia Skillman and be given 30 minutes to shop for incredients before holding an all-out cook-off in the vein of "Top Chef."
Those interested are invited to participate as sous chefs and assist in the cooking, or to just attend as audience members for the surely riotous event. Either way, attendees get to taste the culinary creations.
Tickets are $50 for those who attend and $95 to participate as a sous chef or sponsor either team. All proceeds will go to both Affirmations and the Triangle Foundation.
Tickets can be purchased online at http://www.battleofthechefs.org, or by calling Affirmations Special Events Manager Carrie Copeland at 248-398-7105.
The Duel is on
Read More
Michigan Democratic Party LGBT and Allies Caucus Holds Spring Meeting
One of the most often derided cliches of political journalism is to say “a lot is at stake in this election” but it is quite literally true this [...]
Why So Many Local Queer Folks Are Flocking to Mishpacha, Temple Beth Emeth’s Thriving LGBTQ+ Affinity Group
Ari Smith was a little worried when her rabbi called to ask her about something he was noticing in her part of the sanctuary during weekly services at Temple [...]
Why a Local Academic Is Fostering Queer Discussion and Community Through an Old-Fashioned Book Club
Queer books on public library shelves have come under fire across the country in recent years, but you wouldn’t know it at the Ypsilanti District Library [...]
Biden-Harris Campaign Launches LGBTQ+ Voter Initiative at Affirmations — How You Can Get Involved in the 2024 Election
The election season is officially heating up in Michigan, with a special focus on queer voters. On April 10, local and statewide community leaders and elected [...]
Tips on Selecting a Wedding Venue When You’re Stuck on the ‘Where’
One of the most critical decisions engaged couples will make is choosing a ceremony and reception venue. These choices will impact almost every other choice, so [...]
How the Recently Passed Michigan Family Protection Act Will Safeguard LGBTQ+ Parents and Families
Michigan Democrats have held a “trifecta” of power since late 2022 when the party flipped both chambers of the House and won the governorship and [...]
