Due to the impact of Hurricane Ian, this event has been canceled.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. The safety and well-being of our members is our top priority, and we believe it is best to cancel this event at this time. For additional resources please visit the FRLA Disaster webpage: https://frla.org/disaster. For questions about the event, please contact Lois Croft at lcroft@frla.org.
Local Celebrity Chefs will pair with Lee & Collier County High Schools to compete in this year’s Culinary Cook-Off for the best tapas!
Guests will vote for their “Fan Favorite” and Celebrity Judges will select the “Overall Champion.”
Proceeds from this event will help support local culinary and hospitality schools and students.
Raffle and Silent Auction items will be available.
Complimentary Valet Parking provided by Crown Valet Parking.
Sponsorship Opportunities
SOLD Presenting Sponsors $10,000
JW Marriott, Marco Island & The Ritz-Carlton Resorts of Naples
Company logo on all marketing material, event banner and throughout event. Recognition at event,
be one of the celebrity judges, assist with awards ceremony and 16 VIP tickets for two tables of 8
Diamond Ristorante $5,000
- (limit two) Company logo on marketing material, be one of the celebrity judges, recognition at event, and 8 VIP tickets for one table of 8
Platinum Bistro $2,500
- Company logo displayed throughout event and 6 VIP tickets for one table of 6
Blue Diner $1,500
- Logo displayed throughout event and 4 VIP tickets for one shared table of 4
School Sponsor $750
- Providing school with necessary dollars for food and supplies for this event. Logo displayed at school booths, 2 VIP tickets
Beverage Sponsor – provide in-kind donation of product.
- Logo displayed at bar
Ticket Pricing
VIP Individual Ticket-$65
- Entrance into event 30 minutes prior, receive wrist band at check-in that includes four adult beverages and unlimited non-alcoholic beverages. No waiting in regular line.
Individual Tickets $30
Parent/Immediate Family of Participating Culinary Student Ticket $15
Non-Alcoholic beverages included with ticket
Cash bar available for guest 21+