World Famous Lodge Cast Iron presents the Cast-iron Cookoff event at Chattanooga Market. Using fresh ingredients from the Market, you’ll be able to see the professionals cook up their best entrees hoping to be voted this year’s Cast Iron winner by our panel of judges.
2009 CastIron Chefs:
Wolfgang Poe – Chattanooga Choo Choo (returning champ 2008)
Michelle Huffman – Events with Taste
Amanda Varnell – Cooking Live
Mike Nefziger – “Chef Mike” on Pulse radio
Junior Crutcher – Jet Stream
2009 Judges:
UTC Athletic coaches – John Shulman and Wes Moore
ESPN radio personalities
Lodge Cast Iron remains a family owned, family operated business producing the most extensive selection of quality cast iron goods on the market. Lodge Cast Iron began making cookware during the first presidential term of William McKinley. Amazingly, some of the first cast iron skillets, griddles and dutch ovens made over 100 years ago are still being put to good use. For more information about the sponsor of our event, please visit www.lodgemfg.com.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
"The Chattanooga Market is the region’s largest authentic outdoor market – just ask the locals! We hold high standards when it comes to our “Local is Better” slogan. Our producer-only market represents approximately 5,000 acres of regional farms and dozens of local food manufacturers. Fresh on Sundays you’ll find an abundance of fresh fruits, herbs, flowers and garden-ripened vegetables; gourmet beef, chicken, sausage and pork, lamb, and goat; cheeses, artisan breads, honey, fresh-roasted coffee, small-batch jellies, salsas, candies, fudge, cakes and more."
"Handmade world-class artistry at small town prices – Our artists are the ones you’ll meet and buy from directly at Chattanooga Market. They’ll chat with you about their craft and educate you on the pieces you buy. Some of the treasures you’ll find will be hand-blown glass jewelry; original photography; paintings on canvas; wood carved toys and furniture; hand-dyed and woven textiles; custom clothing for children and women; homemade candles; luxurious lotions, soaps and beauty products; sculptures made from recycled materials; and the list goes on and on…"
"Free Family Fun – yes, we said FREE!!! – With the ease of ample free parking and free admission to the Chattanooga Market, take a Sunday stroll under our covered pavilion in quaint downtown Chattanooga. Every Sunday features two live musical acts on-stage near our Market Café where you can relax and grab a bite to eat from local restaurateurs. For the kids, you’ll find a free rock-climbing wall and tactile area full of toys to keep young and old entertained."
"Cooking Classes Monthly – Ever wonder what to do with Arugula? Or, ??? Have no fear…our monthly cooking classes will give you ideas to keep your family satisfied with fresh meals all week long. Presenting recipes using fresh foods right from our Market, these classes provide entertaining instruction, samples and recipes to take home. A nominal fee may apply during some events."
Info via chattanoogamarket.com.
