Friends of Waterfront Park, the nonprofit auxiliary arm of Waterfront Park, debuted this new fundraising event in 2022 and it was held again in 2023 on the Festival Plaza at Waterfront Park.
This cook-off and tasting event invited restaurants and caterers from around the Bluegrass to compete for the title of the Best Hot Brown in Town!
Competing restaurants and caterers served 2 oz. servings of their own unique take on the famous Kentucky Hot Brown dish. Attendees were able to vote for their favorite dish and First, Second and Third places were awarded. There was also be a panel of judges composed of notable local personalities who will select a Judge’s Choice winner.
The local 6-piece newgrass-fusion ensemble, Hot Brown Smackdown performed live during the event. There were also local food trucks onsite, as well as a full bar with beer, bourbon, and other spirits available for purchase.
Friends of Waterfront Park produces the event, with proceeds benefiting Waterfront Park to ensure our waterfront remains an asset that can be enjoyed by the community forever.