
Hosted by the Ottawa Culinary Federation and endorsed by Team Canada, this high-energy regional qualifier sends its winning chef to the provincial finals in Toronto. Six professional chefs go head-to-head as you taste each chef’s signature dish, with an optional wine pairing curated by our on-site sommelier. Meet the chefs, cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award, and watch the judges crown the official winner.


Enjoy every pour and skip the drive home. Our hotel partner, the Holiday Inn Express and Suites Ottawa East – Orléans, is right across the street from the Shenkman Arts Centre. Festival guests get a preferred rate that includes free breakfast, parking and Wi-Fi.
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