Top Chef Alumni Joining Universal Studios Hollywoods New Food and Wine Festival
Universal Studios Hollywood announced the roster of “Top Chef” alumni participating in its first-ever Bravo’s Top Chef Food & Wine Festival along with a first look at some of the appetizing dishes guests will have the chance to sample at the event taking place on March 19-20.
The inaugural Bravo’s Top Chef Food & Wine Festival at Universal Studios Hollywood coincides with the Season 17 premiere of “Top Chef” returning Thursday, March 19 at 10pm ET/PT on Bravo with All Stars LA, featuring the fiercest group of competitors the show has seen with 15 finalists, front runners and fan favorites from seasons past who have all returned to finish what they started and battle it out for the coveted title.
“Top Chef” alum and Fan Favorite Chef Shirley Chung is at the helm collaborating with Universal Studios Hollywood’s Chefs on a specially-curated, eclectic menu inspired by the Emmy and James Beard Award-winning Bravo series. Cheftestants from the upcoming “Top Chef” Season 17 – All Stars LA participating in the festival include Eric Adjepong, Jennifer Carroll, Stephanie Cmar, Lisa Fernandes, Kevin Gillespie, Jamie Lynch, Brian Malarkey, and Joe Sasto. Additional names will be announced at a later date.
Sample menu items featuring cuisines from around the world and inspired by the series include, Roasted Red Snapper with Green Tomato Salsa Verde, Lechon with Papaya Pico di Gallo, Drunken Doughnuts with Champagne Raspberry Jam, Yuzu Aguachile with Dragonfruit & Avocado and Liquid Nitrogen Chocolate Mousse.
The all-inclusive event will feature a selection of fine wines, craft beers and specialty cocktails curated for the festival. A variety of vegan and vegetarian dishes will also be available. The two-day, separately-ticketed event takes place at Universal Studios Hollywood and offers general admission, day/night combo tickets and VIP ticket options, which is currently sold out due to popular demand. The event is open to guests ages 21 and over.
General admission tickets provide:
Dozens of delectable culinary tastings
Curated wines, craft beers, and spirits
Live Quickfire Challenges with cheftestants from Top Chef Season 17 – All Stars LA
Panel interviews with Fan Favorite alum, Shirley Chung, and cheftestants from Season 17 – All Stars LA
Chef interactions, themed photo ops and merchandise
Commemorative credential and keepsake gift
The day/night combo tickets will enable guests to receive all general admission offerings plus early access to theme park.
While the VIP ticket is currently sold out due to popular demand, this premium option invites guests to experience several first-class opportunities including an exclusive culinary tasting and meet and greet hosted by a “Top Chef” Season 17 All Star, along with a wine pairing, an intimate sampling lounge hosted by a premium vintner, early access to the theme park and complimentary parking.
