Cast Iron Cook-Off

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When you're a team member, you will:

• Competing on this chef’s team in the Cast Iron Cook-Off
• An authentic Cast Iron Cook-Off chef’s coat, cap, and apron
• Complimentary memorabilia packet, i.e., commemorative team photograph and CD
• Complimentary ticket for Friday night’s reception where chef’s coatsare awarded
• Gourmet continental breakfast on Saturday with your chef and team while planning your winning strategy
• Complimentary ticket for Saturday night awards gala and dinner that is a five course wine pairing worthy of a four-star facility

5th Annual Cast Iron Cook-Off Town Center Marriott Charleston WV

The Cook-Off might best be described as West Virginia’s culinary trade fair. Just as Tamarack showcases the artists and artisans of the state, the Cast Iron Cook-Off showcases its culinary talent and attractions.

Cook-Off judges have included such national and international culinary celebrities as Dickie Brennan, Fred Raynard, Lee Ann Wong, Farmer Lee Jones and Rod Stoner, winner of the West Virginia Tourism life-time achievement award.

The event draws participants and chefs from around the region. Of the 120 Cook-Off “foodies” who participated on teams in January, 2008, 20% were from DC/Maryland or Pittsburgh and other nearby states. Some of the properties represented include: Café Cimino, Stonewall Resort, Bridge Road Bistro, Provence Market, Smokey's on the Gorge, the Charleston Marriott Hotel, Berry Hills Country Club and the Greenbrier Resort.

Saturday evening’s celebratory dinner, which is a five course, wine-paired feast that is truly worthy of a four-star property, culminates with the announcement of the winner and presentation of awards. The Pioneer Award, established to recognize an individual who has made a significant contribution to fostering and forwarding tourism in West Virginia, is also presented. The 2008 awardee was Governor Gaston Caperton; 2009 was First Lady Gayle Manchin and 2010 was West Virginia Tourism life-time achievement award winner, Rod Stoner.