Community Corner
Battledish: Chef Competition at San Pedro Square
Tickets available at: Battledish San Jose.
San Jose has been entered in a national Battledish: a competition between chefs around the world. Six chefs have been chosen to compete in Battledish: Downtown San Jose this February in conjunction with the 60 other chefs competing in North America for King of Battledish.
Saturday, February 8th, from 2pm-6pm, the competition grounds of San Pedro Square are open to the public. Foodies are invited to vote with their tastebuds and try all six chef creations.
Chefs will be creating smaller versions of their dishes priced at $5 each. Drink pairings are also available at $5. Can you dish and drink with all six chefs in four hours?
What is Battledish? Battledish is the world's biggest chef competition taking place in cities around the world. Local chefs compete by presenting their creations and having the public cast their vote on who will be crowned King. Check out the latest battlegrounds and competitions at www.battledish.com.
What is the Battledish event like? Think of it as an Iron Chef walking adventure through downtown restaurants where chefs are waiting with their creations. At check-in, you will receive a map and a menu of the Battledish. It is then up to you to decide who to vote for. Battlegrounds are open for four hours. Everything is within walking distance.
Check in at B2 Coffee to get your map and food & drink tickets.
Chefs & Menu
1. Konjoe Burger Bar, Joey Camacho: Mary's free-range crispy fried chicken with secret sauce and rub.
2. Bray Butcher Block & Bistro, Josh Hanoka: pulled pork slider on Hawaiian bun with blue cheese bacon slaw
3. Treatbot, Ryan & Christine Sebastian: trio of ice cream and cookies; their famous 408, orange-pineapple sorbet, and Rosie's Date ice cream with almond waffle & cinnamon sugar cookies.
4. On a Roll, Victor Le: pork meatballs with honey tamarind sauce and spring roll with housemade peanut sauce
5. Loteria Taco Bar, Carlos Perez: tempura cod taco topped with pickled slaw & chipotle cream
6. SP2 Communal Bar & Restaurant, Kelvin Ott (Chef de Cuisine); Ryan Melchiano (owner): ginger soy glazed ribs with cabbage & bok choy slaw
Drinks & Cocktails by San Pedro Square Market's Brian Rhett
1. Fallon’s Revenge: Grey Goose, St. Germaine, cucumber, jalapeno, agave, lime
2. Blueberry Cooler: Hanger Blueberry Vodka, lemon, Sierra Mist, blueberries, simple syrup
3. Ginger Belle: Woodford Reserve Bourbon, ginger beer, lemon, lime, St. Germaine
4. Roof Top: Ketel Orange Vodka, St. Germaine, lemon, Aperol
5. Hummingbird: St. George Gin, St. Germaine, lemon, mint, club soda, simple syrup
6. Local Bay Area Brewery: craft beer
Categories: Most Delicious, Most Authentic, Best Modern, Most Creative, Best Cocktail
Teaser Package - Admission Plus 6 Tickets: $40 Admission, plus try six dishes (or drinks) with this package!
Gourmand - Admission Plus 12 tickets: $65 Admission, plus get your belly full by trying the full collection of dishes and drinks from all six chefs with this package!
VIP - Early Admission Plus 12 Tickets and Swag Bags: $125 Admission grants you full access to Battledish. The VIP package also includes 12 tickets good for food and beverage at each of the 6 stops, early admission to the event at 1pm and swag bags.
General Admission: $15 Admission only. This grants you admission to Battledish! Eat as you please with every dish and drink priced at only $5 the day of the event.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact: My name is Julie, your San Jose Dishcrawl Ambassador! You can e-mail me at juliei@dishcrawl.com.
Are the dishes vegetarian friendly?: Check menu updates for details.
Cancellation Policy: No refunds. All Dishcrawl events are rain or shine.
Are tickets available day of?: Yes, but they will be $20 at check in and $15 online. Food & Drink tickets will be available the day of for $5.
Are kids welcome?: Yes, we love kids! Although participating locations have the right to refuse service to anyone.
Do kids need a general admission ticket?: Yes, every child above the age of 10 needs a general admission ticket and we recommend, depending on the age of your child 2 to 4 dishes per child.
