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October 16, 2022
Judge Profile - Brian West
Discover the culinary journey of Chef Brian West, known as 'The Voice of Texas Cuisine.' With a background rooted in San Antonio, Chef West's path led him from the Art Institute of Houston to working in prestigious…
October 15, 2022
Adobo Throwdown Featured on Our Awesome Planet
Watch the feature on Adobo Throwdown on the very popular Our Awesome Planet Youtube channel live stream.
October 10, 2022
Competitor Profile - Are Cebu
Meet Eulo Jimenez, the talented chef hailing from Cebu City, with 14 years of culinary expertise. Discover the flavors, inspiration, and journey of Are Cebu's culinary maestro. Follow Eulo on Instagram and Facebook for…
October 9, 2022
Sponsor Acknowledgement - Head Start Equity
Discover Head Start Equity, a real estate private equity firm founded by Brian Head. They specialize in providing passive investment opportunities in value-add multifamily properties and have over 20 years of experience…
October 9, 2022
Competitor Profile - RockNRollsTX
Meet David Ritualo, the innovative chef from Corpus Christi, TX, with 4 years of culinary experience. Explore the unique culinary creations at Rock N Rolls TX and follow David's culinary journey on Instagram. Delve…
October 5, 2022
Featured Entertainer - Joce
Meet Joce, a talented rising star in the South Texas music scene. From being a finalist at the FIl-Am Superstar competition in Houston to opening for renowned artists like Jaya, Joce's performances have graced various…
October 4, 2022
Featured Entertainer - Karilagán Philippine Cultural Group
Experience the captivating cultural showcase by Karilagán Philippine Cultural Group. Enjoy a mesmerizing Binasuan dance performance, a stunning expression of Filipino culture. Watch this captivating video to immerse…
October 4, 2022
Featured Entertainer - Vicky Miranda
Our event's next anticipated special guest performer is from Davao, Philippines 🇵🇭. Since arriving in the United States and touring around the world in the 70s with her band, she has been in popular demand. She has…
October 3, 2022
Judge Profile - Nancy Reyes Lumen
Meet Nancy Reyes Lumen, renowned as the 'Adobo Queen' and a passionate advocate for Filipino cuisine. As a 3rd generation Clan member of The Aristocrat Restaurant Group in Manila, she's deeply connected to the culinary…
October 3, 2022
Featured Entertainer - Fru Benozich
Join us in welcoming Fru Benozich, a remarkable singer with a captivating musical journey that started in Mindanao. Discover her passion for music, from high school to church choir, and her success in singing…
October 1, 2022
Judge Profile - Lexi Hazlett
Meet Lexi Hazlett, a digital multi-skilled journalist at KENS 5 in San Antonio, Texas. A proud local, Lexi's journey from Incarnate Word High School to The University of Texas at Austin led her to a double major in…
October 1, 2022
Featured Entertainer - Little Val Jazz Duo
Discover the remarkable musical journey of Valerie Campbell, the driving force behind the Little Val Jazz Duo. From her roots in Kingsville, TX, to a career as a freelance vocalist, soloist, and songwriter, Valerie's…