Yam Cook-Off Fundraiser
We are so excited for our First Annual YAM Cook-Off Fundraiser!
Sponsored by 3rd Ward Executive Chef, Philanthropist, and Urban Farmer, Chef Tarsha of Ecotone World and The Community Artists’ Collective, we are gathering the finest yams in the city and putting them to the test!
Whether you’re entering a dish or just showing up for a good time, we’ve got something for you!
Raffle prizes!
SOTY member sidewalk BOOK sale... and you know we have good taste!
On-site tattooing by Maijay of PearlsHeartt Tattoo, featuring exclusive SOTY flash designs! Select your design and book your session here: Flash Tattoo Booking Link
Limited-edition SOTY YAMS tee designed by Artist Tay Butler for sale!
$33 General Admission Tickets
Yam tasting! Vegan, sweet, and savory!
A side of greens
A side of chicken wings
One drink ticket
One raffle ticket
Three entries to vote for the People's Choice Award
$44 Cook-Off Contestant Tickets
Everything included with general admission, PLUS your chance to compete for one of the two cash prizes!
$100 Chef’s Choice Award
$100 People’s Choice Award
Sign up by completing this form: Dish Registration Form
Additional raffle and drink tickets will be available for purchase, along with offerings from some of our favorite vendors! Come hungry, bring your people, and help us raise funds to cover our official 501(c)(3) filing expenses and support our 2027 literary programming!
Special thanks to our sponsors!
Chef Tarsha of Ecotone World www.ecotoneworld.com
The Community Artists’ Collective www.thecollective.org