The Winners Are: Havasu Top Chef

The Winners Are: Havasu Top Chef
Jillian Danielson / 07 Apr 2023 / 2 Comments » Comments

The food was flying – literally flying – Thursday evening as eight teams competed for Havasu Top Chef.

Hosted by the Lake Havasu Hospitality Association, Havasu Top Chef was at SARA Park Rodeo Grounds.

This year, the event included a new competition – mixology.

Teams that competed included Boathouse Grill:  David Hankins  and Zachary Turlington; Minor’s Diner: Kristina Minor and Kevin Jacobs; Angelina’s Italian Kitchen:  Amanda Davis and Jayden Bonham; Niko’s Grill and Pub : AJ Reddick and Sherwin Nurse; SummerRay: Theron Tilgner and Crystal Schneider; College Street Brewhouse: Gary Chacon and Tiffany Taylor; Mudshark Public House: Shawn Haynes and Diane Wiland; and Sweetbreeze Crepes: Rhonda Anderson and Janet Rodgers.

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Crystal Schneider of SummerRay competes in Havasu Top Chef Thursday evening. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

Each team had 30 minutes to make a special plate for three judges consisting of four mystery ingredients for each round.

Those who came out for the event enjoyed taste tests, craft beer, music and more. Funds raised benefit the Hospitality Association.

Here is the list of winners.

The People’s Choice:

1st: Boathouse Grill

2nd. Angelina’s

3rd: SummerRay

 

Best Drink for Mixology:

Cha’Bones: Thomas Ramsden

 

Overall Winners:

1st: Boathouse Grill

2nd: Mudshark Public House

3rd: College Street Brewery

4th: SummerRay

Boathouse Grill wins People’s Choice Award Thursday evening. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

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Judges Carrie Anderson, Jason Helart, and Aymie Spitzer sample drinks at Havasu Top Chef Thursday evening. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

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Laurie Doyle of The Rickety Cricket competes in Havasu Top Chef. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

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Mary Reynolds participates in the Mixology competition during the 2023 Havasu Top Chef. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

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Adrian Lopez talks about his drink with the judges during Havasu Top Chef 2023. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

Thomas Ramsden wins Mixologist Award from Regan Ross-Roberston at the Havasu Top Chef. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

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Laurie Doyle and Curtis Volk talk to the judges during the mixology portion of the 2023 Havasu Top Chef. Jillian Danielson

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Thomas Ramsden of Cha’Bones participates in the 2023 Havasu Top Chef Mixology Competition. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

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Copper Still Distillery Bottles line up on a table during the Mixology Competition. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

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The Boathouse Grill celebrates as they receive first place trophy. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

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2 Comments » Comments:

2 Responses to “The Winners Are: Havasu Top Chef”

  1. Victoria Hernandez says:

    What a nice event. I agree with the
    Boat House Grill. Their food is extremely delicious.

    • Don & Emily Robson says:

      We look forward to enjoying the great and well thought out menus at the Boathouse grill each year. We have stayed @ the islander for years and find the Boat House grill a perfect addition to this overall excellent experience. While the food is great the people are fabulous across the board relecting the pride, passion and effort required to serve great food experiences.
      Congrats on well deserved win at this years event!
      Best
      Don & Emily

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