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Michelle Levy Spotlights: The 3rd Annual Culinary Showdown

  • March 1, 2023
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  • Michelle Levy
Culinary Showdown: Chefs participating
Chef Lynn Crawford, Chef Evan Dickinson, Chef Massimo Capra , Chef Claudio Aprile, Chef Alvin Leung
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Chefs Alvin Leung, Claudio Aprile, Evan Dickinson, Lynn Crawford and Chef Massimo Capra made up the stellar line-up of culinary masters who led their fundraising teams during an epic battle, live on stage, to become the Culinary Showdown Champions! The event took place on November 26, 2022 at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto Airport and Conference Centre. Culinary Showdown benefited the Epilepsy South Central Ontario.

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Cynthia Milburn, CEO Epilepsy South Central Ontario, commented that, “The awareness and funds generated from this event will allow Epilepsy South Central Ontario to continue to provide vital access to families and individuals whose lives rely on our services. Having these iconic chefs, fundraisers, sponsors and partners such as SMEG, Giant Tiger and Burnbrae Farms join us is an honour.”

Fifty of the event’s top fundraisers earned a coveted spot on a competing team coached and led by one of the Celebrity Showdown’s participating chefs. The event’s host was Seinfeld alum and former Dancing with the Stars champion, John O’Hurley.

Culinary Showdown: Emcee and Host John O’Hurley
Emcee and Host John O’Hurley

Culinary Showdown featured two exciting events. The first event had participants taking part in Celebrity Chef School, where they learn first-hand professional tricks and time-saving hacks directly from the chefs.  

Culinary Showdown: Chef Alvin Leung , Chef Eric Chong
Chef Alvin Leung & Chef Eric Chong
Culinary Showdown: Chef Claudio Aprile
Chef Claudio Aprile
Chef Massimo Capra
Chef Massimo Capra

Later in the evening, they took part in a cocktail reception where they had the opportunity to interact with the Celebrity Chefs, bid on silent and/or live auction items and watch the ultimate food challenge unfold live on stage!

Culinary Showdown: Team Chef Lynn Crawford
Team Chef Lynn Crawford
Culinary Showdown: Lynn Crawford
Chef Lynn Crawford

The celebrity Chefs worked alongside their teammates to showcase their creativity and culinary skills. The results impressed the judges, including Michael Bonacini.  Chef Evan Dickinson and his team of top fundraisers were named Culinary Showdown champions.

Culinary Showdown: Judges Catherine Murray and Chef Michael Bonacini
Judges Catherine Murray, Global & Canadian Business Analyst and Chef Michael Bonacini
Culinary Showdown: Winning Team
Winner of the Culinary Showdown Chef Evan Dickinson and his team of top fundraisers

Photo credits: SKYLITE IMAGES INC

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Michelle Levy

Michelle Levy, DIVINE’s Style and Philanthropy Editor, is recognized as a leader and innovator in media relations, strategic philanthropy and event marketing. She is a notable philanthropist and continuously active volunteer. She has served on a multitude of boards, and is a regular contributor to various local and national publications.

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