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Chef's battle it out to support Kelowna's unhoused

Two local chefs face off at a gala on Nov. 2
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Chef Brett Thompson (left) will compete against Chef Erik Fassbind at the first Ultimate Takeout Challenge Grand Finale and Gala on Nov. 2, 2024.

Kelowna's Gospel Mission has been putting chefs head-to-head for the past six weeks creating delicious meals for the community's unhoused. 

The top chefs of the competition are ready to face off on Nov. 2 at the first Ultimate Takeout Challenge Grand Finale and Gala. 

Chef Erik Fassbind from Salt and Brick and Chef Brett Thompson from Relvas Catering will compete in the finale to create the best dish. 

"If you love amazing food and wine, live jazz and world-class entertainment, then this night is for you!" said Troy McKnight with the Gospel Mission. "We are beyond grateful to the Okanagan ChefÏ㽶ÊÓƵֱ²¥™s Association and all the chefs who have participated in the competition and created incredible, healthy meals that we were able to distribute to our unhoused neighbours.Ï㽶ÊÓƵֱ²¥œ

Gala attendees will be served a four-course meal. The first course will be dished up by Chef Jeremy Luypen before guests delve into courses two and three created with mystery ingredients by the two competing chefs. Dessert will be prepared by Chef Tina Tang. 

After the meal, everyone will vote for the top chef. 

The gala runs from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Metro Community Hub. The evening includes a culinary-themed silent auction and entertainment from Ryan Michael Magic. 

can be purchased online. The goal is to raise $50,000.



Brittany Webster

About the Author: Brittany Webster

I am a video journalist based in Kelowna and capturing life in the Okanagan
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