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The Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City is recruiting chefs for Let’s Get Cookin’, a gourmet celebration and culinary competition taking place Feb. 5, 2025, at the Island Waterpark at the Showboat Resort. Anthony Faranca (second from right), general manager, Showboat Resort & Island Waterpark, stands with his team at the 2024 event. Faranca also was a guest chef. - PROVIDED BY SHOWBOAT
The Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City is recruiting chefs for Let’s Get Cookin’, a gourmet celebration and culinary competition taking place Feb. 5, 2025, at the Island Waterpark at the Showboat Resort. Anthony Faranca (second from right), general manager, Showboat Resort & Island Waterpark, stands with his team at the 2024 event. Faranca also was a guest chef. - PROVIDED BY SHOWBOAT
Amateur, professional chefs sought for AC culinary fundraiser
Kimberly Redmond//January 13, 2025//
Calling all chefs!
As part of a fundraiser in support of the Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City, amateur and professional chefs are in demand to participate in a culinary competition scheduled for Feb. 5 at the Showboat Resort.
To compete in Let’s Get Cookin’ 2025, chefs must prepare samples of appetizers, entrees or desserts for judging on various criteria. In addition to culinary excellence, there will be an award for the best decorated table.
Entrants may register through Jan. 21; however, an ACBGC spokesperson said the nonprofit will continue accepting chefs until Jan. 31 if space is still available.
The evening will also feature gourmet offerings, including a wide array of food tastings and beverage samplings, as well as a chance to participate in a silent auction.
According to organizers, more than 100 amateur and professional chefs will showcase their finest dishes, from savory bites to decadent desserts.
Curated beverage options will include wine, craft beers and specialty cocktails to complement the chefs’ creations and tailored to various palates.
The silent auction will feature a selection of high-quality items and experiences, such as luxury getaways, gourmet dining and exclusive event tickets.
Save your seat
Let’s Get Cookin’ 2025 will run from 6-8 p.m. at the Island Waterpark at Showboat Resort. Tickets cost $100 per person; you can buy them here.
The major annual fundraiser for ACBGC aims to sustain and expand various youth enrichment programs in education, recreation and leadership.
Following its 2001 launch as a cooking contest and community event to raise funds and awareness for ACBGC, the program grew steadily over the years. It returned in May 2024 after a five-year hiatus.
Former Visit Atlantic City President and CEO Larry Sieg and ACBGC board member, and former AtlantiCare CEO, Lori Herndon chair Let’s Get Cookin’ 2025.
Meanwhile, the Showboat serves as venue sponsor and the resort’s team will also volunteer their time to work with ACBGC staff to coordinate the event.
