Food Fight 2025

Chef RJ Yoakum is headlining this amazing event for North Texas Giving Day! Join us for a donation of $25 to Independence Gardens!

# 🍴 Food Fight 2025: When Chefs Battle, Kids Win

Date: Thursday, September 18, 2025
Time: 5:00–7:00 PM
Location: Dallas Culinary College, 11830 Webb Chapel Rd #1200, Dallas, TX 75234
Tickets: $25
Link: https://givebutter.com/foodfight25

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## About the Event

Get ready for a high-energy culinary showdown that makes a difference!
On North Texas Giving Day, Independence Gardens is proud to host Food Fight 2025, a Chopped-style competition where top local chefs face off using mystery ingredients. The catch? The judges are the toughest food critics of all—3rd–5th grade students.
This unforgettable two-hour event isn’t just about food—it’s about fueling our mission of #freshfood4all by raising $10,000 to bring nutrition education, gardens, and fresh food programs into schools across North Texas and beyond.

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## What to Expect

• 👩‍🍳 Live cooking competition featuring talented local chefs
• 🥕 Mystery ingredients provided by Chefs Produce
• 🧑‍⚖️ Student judges (3rd–5th graders) deciding the winner
• 🍽️ Taste the Chef Creations!
• 🎥 Can’t attend in person? The event will be streamed live on our Social Media Pages!

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## Why It Matters

Every ticket purchased and every donation made supports Independence Gardens’ programs that empower kids to grow, eat, and lead through hands-on learning, fresh food access, and real-world leadership opportunities.
Together, we are proving that when chefs battle—kids win.

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## Get Involved

✔️ Save the Date – September 18, 2025
✔️ Donate Early – Early giving for NTX Giving Day is open now! [Insert GiveButter Link]
✔️ Spread the Word – Follow us on social media and share #FoodFight2025