Snout to Tail-Gatn'
Friday, October 9, 2026 (8:00 AM - 5:30 PM) (EDT)
Description
Whole Hog Culinary Challenge & Educational Forum
Snout to Tail-Gatn' Showdown
Join us for a hands-on culinary experience where education meets competition at the Culinary Institute of Virginia in Norfolk! This dynamic event guides high school and college culinary students through the full journey of pork - from fabrication and farming to innovative, nose-to-tail cooking.
Start the day with expert-led sessions on butchery, sustainability, and pork production. Then put your skills to the test in the Snout to Tail-Gate Showdown, where you’ll break down pork primals and create a standout dish that highlights technique, creativity, and resourcefulness!
Connect with industry professionals, sharpen your skills, and experience what it means to cook with purpose.
Spots are limited - come ready to learn, compete, and elevate your craft!
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Registration Available for:
Education Sessions & Spectator Tickets - One (1) Attendee/Spectator Ticket
Collegiate Teams - Two (2) People per Team
High School Teams - Three (3) People per Team
Lunch is included in the price of all tickets for spectators or competitors
Tentative Schedule:
| 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Educational Sessions |
| 12:00 - 12:45 PM | Lunch (Included in Ticket Cost) |
| 1:00 PM | Tail-Gatn' Showdown |
| 3:00 PM | Judging & Spectator Tasting - Judges will visit each station before samples will be available for spectators! |
| 5:00 PM | Awards Presentation |
| 5:30 PM | Event Conclusion |
Registration Closes on Monday, Sept. 21st at 5:00 PM.
2428 Almeda Ave Suite 106
Norfolk, VA 23513 United States