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The FiveStar Food Fight took place at the Chattanooga Market, featuring a culinary showdown among local chefs. Chasty Lane was crowned the champion, showcasing her talents in front of an enthusiastic crowd. The competition included a surprise protein challenge, compelling chefs to demonstrate their creativity using fresh local ingredients. With live broadcasts and engaging entertainment, the event attracted food lovers and emphasized the vibrant culinary culture of Chattanooga. Plans for next year’s competition are already underway, ensuring the continuation of this beloved summer tradition.
Chattanooga Hosts Annual FiveStar Food Fight
Chattanooga’s annual FiveStar Food Fight crowned Chasty Lane as the champion during a vibrant culinary showdown held on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at the Chattanooga Market. This summer tradition transformed the market into a lively kitchen stadium where local chefs showcased their culinary prowess to a captivated audience.
The event featured five local chefs, comprised of four food truck owners and one talented baker. Chefs arrived early to set up their cooking stations and select fresh local ingredients from the market, preparing for a competition that would challenge their creativity and skill.
Just before the competition began, a surprise protein was unveiled, adding an additional layer of challenge for the contestants. This unexpected twist required the chefs to think on their feet and create standout dishes on the spot, showcasing their adaptability in the kitchen.
The cooking competition ran from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Throughout the event, marketgoers gathered under the open-air roof of the First Horizon Pavilion to watch the chefs as they chopped, seared, and plated their creations using FiveStar ranges. The culinary creations were then presented to a panel of judges for evaluation.
Chasty Lane emerged victorious in the 2025 FiveStar Food Fight, adding this win to her list of previous successes at kitchen incubator competitions. This win not only highlights her talent but also emphasizes her growing presence in the local culinary scene.
The Chattanooga Market continues to fulfill its mission of connecting local food vendors with the community in engaging and innovative ways. The FiveStar Food Fight serves as a celebrated part of the market’s summer calendar, drawing food enthusiasts from the surrounding area.
This year’s competition was made even more engaging with live broadcasts on large television screens, allowing attendees not only to view the chefs in action but also to feel more connected to the competition. Emcee Diamond Williams, a prominent local news personality, entertained the crowd and kept their spirits high throughout the entire event.
For anyone who missed this year’s competition, there is promise of more culinary action in the future, as plans for next year’s FiveStar Food Fight are already underway, ensuring that the tradition of celebrating local chefs and their creativity continues.
The FiveStar Food Fight stands as a testament to Chattanooga’s rich culinary culture and the community’s support for local talent, making it an event that locals and visitors alike look forward to each summer.
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