The Nashville Scene’s 13th Annual Iron Fork, presented by US Foods returns with four local top chefs from Music City's best restaurants going head-to-head in a cooking competition to vie for the coveted Iron Fork Champions trophy and entry to the 2022 World Food Championships. The competition's catch? One secret ingredient. Modeled after the popular Food Network television show Iron Chef, chefs will have one hour to prepare a dish that includes a secret ingredient for a panel of celebrity and guest judges. 

Attendees of the event will enjoy unlimited food samples from some of Nashville’s best restaurants, and a drink passport to try specialty cocktails, beer and wine while watching the fierce competition take place. Guests can get it on the action by joining our amateur hour guest competition or by bidding on a charity auction for one of the plates prepared by the talented chefs. 

This event proudly benefits the Nashville Food Project and supports The Giving Kitchen

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New this year and hosted in the VIP Lounge, the Iron Fork Mixology Competition will feature 3 of Nashville's best bartenders whipping up their take on the best cocktail in town. The twist? A secret ingredient. The mixologists will utilize the same spirit and be provided a secret ingredient they must work into a delicious drink recipe. 
 

Our panel of judges will crown the best Mixologist in town — and they'll receive a special trophy, major bragging rights, a social media feature from the Nashville Scene's Instagram account and more!  

VIP Tickets are SOLD OUT for 2022. 

Competition Hosts

Josh Black

Chris Chamberlain

Competition Guest Judges

Ed Butler

Steve Cavendish

Rick Moonen

Margot McCormack

Interested in sponsoring or being a participating restaurant in Iron Fork? Email events@nashvillescene.com to get more details!

Want to receive a complimentary ticket to the event to enjoy samples from participating restaurants, and fun times with good people? Sign up to be an event volunteer!