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Bite of the Duck 2026 — A Record-Breaking Evening of Culinary Excellence
Bite of the Duck 2026 — Hosted by the ACF Washington State Chefs Association at Bates Technical College in Tacoma, Bite of the Duck is an annual culinary competition celebrating creativity, community, and one star ingredient: duck. Teams of professional chefs and culinary students compete head-to-head, each preparing 150 appetizer portions during a two-hour grazing event open to the public. Attendees enjoy free admission, complimentary bites, raffle prizes, and the chance to taste exceptional dishes from Washington's culinary talent. Awards are presented for Best Student Dish and Best Professional Dish. Proudly supported by Maple Leaf Farms, Affinity Group, Bates Technical College, and Harbor Foodservice.
TOFU MYSTERY COMPETITION
What a day! Our latest chapter gathering brought together education, competition, and genuine camaraderie. Chefs and emerging talent delivered creative, thoughtful dishes — all built around one surprise ingredient: Makini's Tofu.