Introduction to Seafood Showdown
This is “Small Bites,” a South Florida Sun Sentinel feature with tiny tidbits on the food and beverage scene — because we know that sometimes you just don’t have room for a long article. You want a little news brief instead, an amuse bouche of information, if you will. Enjoy!
Event Overview
The inaugural City of Boca Raton Seafood Festival will have nautical-themed activities, live entertainment and — as you can well imagine — lots of marine cuisine vendors.
Even though this is the event’s first-ever staging, it’s a good gourmet bet that SoFlo foodies will have their mouths watering during its Seafood Showdown, in which three Boca Raton chefs battle it out creating dishes in front of a live audience and a panel of judges.
Participating Chefs
The triumvirate of talent will include:
- Kevin Avellaneda of Penelope, the Southern-inspired seafood and cocktail bar in Mizner Park
- Yora Chan of Loch Bar, also in Mizner Park and featuring seafood with a Maryland-style influence
- Julian Bernal of Corvina Seafood Grill, with its signature sustainable ingredients in elevated coastal cuisine
Festival Activities
The Seafood Festival also will have a Crab Cake Challenge, with up to eight contestants competing to see who can scoff down the most crab cakes in the allotted time.
Event Details
- WHEN: Noon-6 p.m. Saturday, March 22
- WHERE: Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton
- COST: $10 in advance, $15 at the gate and free for kids age 10 and younger
- EXTRA TIDBITS: In addition to the food vendors/stations, find Neptune’s Marketplace featuring gifts, ocean-inspired wares and more. On the Seafood Stage will be performances by UnRavel, Vern Daysel and The Burning Breeze, and The Holidazed.
- INFORMATION: Visit myboca.us/2698/seafood-festival or email communityevents@myboca.us.
Meet the Chefs
City of Boca Raton
Chef Yora Chan of Loch Bar. (City of Boca Raton/Courtesy)
City of Boca Raton
Chef Julian Bernal of Corvina Seafood Grill. (City of Boca Raton/Courtesy)
City of Boca Raton
Chef Kevin Avellaneda of Penelope. (City of Boca Raton/Courtesy)
Conclusion
The City of Boca Raton Seafood Festival promises to be an exciting event, with its Seafood Showdown, Crab Cake Challenge, and various other activities. With a lineup of talented chefs and a range of seafood options, this event is sure to delight foodies and families alike. So mark your calendars for March 22 and get ready to indulge in some delicious seafood and fun in the sun.
FAQs
- Q: What is the date and time of the City of Boca Raton Seafood Festival?
A: The festival will take place on Saturday, March 22, from noon to 6 p.m. - Q: Where will the festival be held?
A: The festival will be held at the Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton. - Q: How much does it cost to attend the festival?
A: Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the gate, and free for kids age 10 and younger. - Q: What activities can I expect at the festival?
A: The festival will feature a Seafood Showdown, Crab Cake Challenge, Neptune’s Marketplace, and live performances on the Seafood Stage.
Originally Published: March 18, 2025 at 11:52 AM EDT
