SA Foodies Rejoice – Culinaria’s Master of Chicken Returns in April
It’s back! Culinaria’s Master of Chicken returns April 12, 2025 so SA Foodies rejoice! Are you one who fancies a fried chicken sandwich showdown? Well, get ready, because on Saturday, April 12, more than a dozen local chefs will take a swing at glory, competing for the title of Master of Chicken. Local culinary pros such as Southerleigh Fine Foods’ Jeff Balfour and Meadow Neighborhood Eatery’s PJ Edwards will each craft a unique chicken sammy creation that showcases their signature bold flavors, vying to prove their version is the cluckin’ best. The Master of Chicken coincides with the concluding weekend of the 89th Masters Tournament and will offer ticketholders great tastes from these local chefs AND the chefs a chance for glory.
When:
Saturday, April 12, 2025
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Where:
Chefs will tee up at The Alley on Bitters, 555 W. Bitters, slinging everything from spicy Nashville hot sandwiches topped with tangy slaw to maple-glazed fried yardbird with smoked bacon and pickles. Attendees will sample each entry and vote to determine which sando is an ace while music and laughter mingle with the aroma of sizzling chicken.
Patio Lounge
The Alley anchor Meadow Neighborhood Eatery will provide a sun-dappled patio lounge area for ticketholders, replete with shade, additional sips, and golf projected on a big screen.
Tickets
Tickets are $30 in advance and $40 at the door, and include samples from each competing chef and tasty summertime beverages, as well as entertainment, vendors, and chances to win big prizes. All ages are welcome at Master of Chicken, and you can purchase tickets here. The event, which benefits Culinaria, will run 1- 4 p.m.
About Culinaria
CULINARIA is an independent, not-for-profit organization, committed to promoting San Antonio as a premier food and wine destination. Since 2000, Culinaria has been promoting the San Antonio region through community events and culinary education opportunities. Proceeds from events directly support this mission, enabling CULINARIA to be a largely self-sustaining organization. For more information, visit culinariasa.org or @cu/inariasa on Facebook, Linkedln, X and Instagram.
