You are invited to be a part of an unforgettable evening of epicurean splendor showcasing the talents of over 30 of the best chefs from San Diego and Baja at the annual Grand Chef Throwdown on Friday, October 21st from 5:30pm-11:30pm. The progressive event, which takes place seaside at the iconic Hotel del Coronado, will bring together local fashionable foodies and a Culinary Council of celebrity top chefs and food critics, awarding the Chef Flor Franco Awards for Culinary Excellence. Guests will enjoy chef tastings, both savory and sweet creations and sips from wineries on both sides of the border followed by a two-course gourmet dinner in the Oceanfront Ballroom.