FREE Event
Bite of the Duck Competition 2026
Washington's premier culinary excellence showcase
Date & Time
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Cost
Free
Location
Bates Technical College
1101 S Yakima Ave, Tacoma, WA 98405
Event Details
- •Teams of 2 (chefs or students)
- •2-hour grazing period around competition
- •Create 150 appetizer portions per team
- •Prizes for best student dish and best professional dish
- •FREE admission with raffle prizes
- •Complimentary bites by Harbor Foodservice
- •Sponsored by Maple Leaf Duck, Affinity Group, and Bates Technical College
Experience a celebration of duck preparations from Washington's top chefs. Teams of 2 chefs or students compete to create 150 appetizer portions during a 2-hour grazing period. Prizes awarded for best student dish and best professional dish. FREE admission with raffle prizes. Network with industry professionals, taste exceptional cuisine, and celebrate culinary creativity. Complimentary bites provided by Harbor Foodservice.
Event Registration
Register as a competitor or purchase attendee tickets below.