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Macy’s Sizzle Showdown

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On Saturday Macy’s Culinary Council Sizzle Showdown went down at Macy’s Lenox Square Mall location. The contest brought together top grillers from across the nation to compete for $10K and the title of Macy’s Great American Grilling Guru.

The dishes were unique and many paid homage to the region from which the contestant was from.

Of course we were able to taste test many of the dishes, and while I can’t remember the names of all of them they were indeed tasty. We were supplied the recipes and please don’t be surprised when you see me post one here on the blog.

The judges were Cat Cora, Marc Forgione, and Stephanie Izard. They had their work cut out for them because the food was delicious. Leah Lyons was the winner and her Surf and Turf was the one dish that I didn’t get a taste of. Congratulations to her, what a lucky lady!

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Summer and grilling are truly great American past times. I can do a little something, something on the grill but nothing like these contestants ~~or my husband~~. Be sure to be on the look out for Macy’s Culinary Council events in your area. You are sure to have a great time and get pointers on how to make great food.

Of course I got to kick it with some of my favorite Atlanta bloggers in the process.

Credit/ Dea, Trina

I wore: Linking up with Monday Mingle being hosted this week by Bon Bon Rose Girls

Top: Thrifted Pants: Club Monaco Belt: Thrifted Necklace: Thrifted Sunnies: D&G Shoes: Gucci Bracelet: Macys

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Marcus Samuelsson and Macy’s Culinary Council

I mentioned earlier in the week that Saturday I had to opportunity to go to Macy’s and see a cooking demonstration by Top Chef Masters winner Marcus Samuelsson.

In the past I haven’t been much of a cook but the past couple of months my interest has definitely been peaked and I have been trying my hand at quite a few recipes and I am actually finding myself liking to cook. Marcus has a book out called “Yes, Chef” that he was also signing. I was super excited to see what he would be cooking and doubly excited to eat some of it…for free.

Let me say, his personality was amazing. He was very down to earth and truly in touch. You didn’t feel like you were looking at a celebrity chef that has cooked for President Obama. It felt more like you were in his personal kitchen and he was cooking you a meal as a friend. He graciously answered questions and took photos with his guests. He was amazing.

On to the food.

He made the most amazing Crab Cakes with a Chipotle Mayo. There was just enough kick to the Mayo to really set off the crab cake. It was delicious. Here’s the recipe. He did mention that this is about $26 a plate in his restaurant!! Eat up!

I am a member of the Everywhere Society and Everywhere provided me with compensation for this post about Macy’s Culinary Council. However, all thoughts and opinions expressed here are my own. You already know!!

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Marcus Samuelsson at Macy’s Lenox Sqare

This afternoon I am headed to Macy’s to take part in their Culinary Council that will feature Marcus Samuelsson where he will be doing some demonstrations and cooking up some yummy Superbowl recipes.

If you are not aware Marcus Samuelsson is the winner of Bravo’s Top Chef Masters and he also owns Red Rooster Harlem and Ginny’s Supper Club in NYC. Samuel’s resume is quite impressive as he has also authored an award winning cook book and has had the honor of hosting and planning the menu for President Obama’s first state dinner.

If you are in Atlanta and free this afternoon please join us for a cooking demonstration today at 2p. You will be able to find us at Macy’s Lenox Square location on Level 3.

Please RSVP here!

Hope to see you there!

Disclosure: I am a member of the Everywhere Society and Everywhere provided me with compensation for this post. All opinions are mine. You already know!!

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