# Event Details - **Event Name**: CHOPPED AND CHEWED: THE RETURN - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 06 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sun, 06 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Charlotte’s Very First Brunch Cooking Competition presented by Partners in Dine is BACK!!About this EventBIGGER. BETTER. BRUNCHIER THAN EVER.Chopped & Chewed: The ReturnSunday, September 6, 2026Doors Open: 2:00 PMCompetition & Day Party: 3:00–6:00 PMVenue at 84708470 Bellhaven BoulevardCharlotte, NCEarly-Bird Tix: $60 (now until 8/15/2026)General Admission Tix: $75 (starting 8/16/2026)BOTH ticket includes Brunch + Mimosas.This is a capped event. Absolutely no tickets will be sold at the door.______________Last year, Charlotte was introduced to a brunch experience unlike anything the Queen City had ever tasted.The food was flowing.The audience was LIVE & LIT.The competition was serious.And by the end of the day, Charlotte crowned its very first Chopped & Chewed Champion.Now, we’re back for ROUND TWO.Chopped & Chewed: The Return brings together four established culinary talents from across the Carolinas for an unforgettable afternoon of bold brunch creations, celebrity judges, audience voting, music, cocktails and high-energy Sunday day-party vibes created by DJ Heff! (@djheff_xoxo)This year, the chefs are more established.The competition is stronger.The stakes are higher.And the entire experience will be bigger, better and brunchier than ever.Four chefs will enter.Only one will leave with the title of:2026 CHOPPED & CHEWED CHAMPIONAnd, of course…WINNER TAKES $1,000 CASH!WHAT IS CHOPPED & CHEWED?Think cooking competition.Think brunch festival.Think day party.Think chef-prepared tastings, celebrity judges, audience participation, cocktails, music and some of the most creative brunch dishes you’ve ever tasted, all under one roof!Chopped & Chewed is a live brunch competition where guests will watch four chefs compete in four creative categories for a $1,000 cash grand prize.Each chef will be judged on:TasteCreativityPresentationThis is not your average brunch!This is a full culinary showdown where our LIVE & LIT audience gets to watch, taste, vote and help crown the next champion.WHAT TO EXPECT:Your ticket gives you access to an interactive brunch competition and day-party experience featuring:Four established chefs from across the CarolinasFour creative brunch competition categoriesChef-prepared tasting selectionsA $1,000 culinary showdownCelebrity judgesAudience voting and participationMusic and high-energy day-party vibesWine, spirits and brunch experiences from our event sponsorsA room full of food lovers, brunch enthusiasts and certified Big BacksCome hungry.Come ready to vote.Come prepared to help us crown the next Chopped & Chewed Champion.OFFICIAL EVENT SPONSORSPRESENTING SPONSORCommunity Culinary School of CharlotteOFFICIAL WINE & SPIRITS SPONSOREbony Wine & Spirits along with Diaspora Vodka, An additional Brand of Ebony Wine & SpritsEXCLUSIVE BRUNCH SPONSORThe WaffleryWe are extremely proud to partner with organizations and businesses that believe in culinary excellence, entrepreneurship, community and creating opportunities for talented chefs!MEET THE COMPETING CHEFSCHEF YANA, Origin: Monroe, NCInstagram: @ettas_kitchen_by_ayanaCHEF DAVION, Origin: Pageland, SCInstagram: @imperiorcatering99CHEF VIV, Origin: Fayetteville, NCInstagram: @auntvivskitchenCHEF DON, Origin: Wilkesboro, NCInstagram: @donda_chef18_______________MEET OUR CELEBRITY JUDGESRON AHLERTExecutive DirectorCommunity Culinary School of CharlotteLARRY SWAYNESauce Connoisseur and Founder/Owner Wingzza Mambo SauceBEE STEWARTCharlotte Foodie and Social Vibe CuratorSIR MALACHI SIMPKINS2025 Chopped & Chewed Champion Executive Chef, JohnsonCARLOS GRAHAMCharlotte Food Reviewer and Community-Driven Content CreatorTORI & GARLAND MILLERCharlotte Experience and Food InfluencersThe Miller QuestCIARA KRETSCHMEROwner and FounderA Family Affair CateringJADA JOHNSONOwner and FounderJada Jo’s Kitchen Catering Company—————-Our judging panel represents every side of the culinary, hospitality and social experience. From culinary education and professional catering to food reviewing, content creation and community influence.And yes, our reigning champion is returning. But this time, he’ll be on the other side of the judging table!Q&AWHAT TIME SHOULD I ARRIVE?Doors open at 2:00 PM.The competition and day party will take place from 3:00–6:00 PM.Please arrive early enough to check in, get settled and prepare for the competition before it begins.WILL AUDIENCE MEMBERS GET TO TASTE THE FOOD?OF COURSE! Members of our LIVE & LIT audience will have the opportunity to taste OVER 20 chef-prepared selections from the competing chefs.Come hungry, because watching everybody else eat is not part of the Chopped & Chewed Experience.DOES THE AUDIENCE GET TO VOTE?Audience members will have the opportunity to show love to their favorite chef and cast their vote for the competitor who truly stood out.HOW MUCH ARE TICKETS?Early-bird tickets are $60. Very very limited quantitiesGeneral-admission tickets are $75.All available ticket options will be listed in the ticket section of Eventbrite.WILL TICKETS BE AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR?No. This is a capped event, and absolutely no tickets will be sold at the door.Once tickets are gone, they are gone. Just like last year, the event WILL sell out!BE A PART OF SOMETHING UNIQUE.BE A PART OF SOMETHING FUN.BE A PART OF SOMETHING DELICIOUS.Charlotte, prepare to taste your way into crowning the next Chopped & Chewed Champion.Who will win over the celebrity judges?Who will earn the audience’s vote?And who will take home the $1,000 cash grand prize?There is only one way to find out.We wouldn’t have it any other way!!Chopped And Chewed: The Return! You don’t want to miss it! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/chopped-and-chewed-the-return/100001995404390246 - **Event Categories**: food-drinks, brunch, contests, parties, entertainment, festivals - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - door_time: 2026-09-06T18:00:00Z - Duration: 3 hours - Location: Venue at 8470 - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 65.87, max: 81.88, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Charlotte - **state**: NC - **country**: United States - **location**: Venue at 8470 - **lat**: 35.3051361 - **long**: -80.9373191 - **full address**: Venue at 8470, 8470 Bellhaven Boulevard, Charlotte, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: CHOPPED AND CHEWED: THE RETURN - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/e6de785bdcf29ba4a8c404f107356f200b08453245724c5727173b253e5723c4-rimg-w1186-h1590-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1785421986 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is CHOPPED AND CHEWED: THE RETURN being held? - **A:** CHOPPED AND CHEWED: THE RETURN takes place on Sun, 06 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sun, 06 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Venue at 8470, 8470 Bellhaven Boulevard, Charlotte, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing CHOPPED AND CHEWED: THE RETURN? - **A:** CHOPPED AND CHEWED: THE RETURN is organized by The Brunch Lady. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** CHOPPED AND CHEWED: THE RETURN is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Charlotte, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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