VooDoo Chef Foundation

VooDoo Chef's A Taste to Remember - Tampa Bay Tasting Event
2026-08-22 18:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Tampa River Center, 402 W Laurel St, Tampa, FL 33607, Tampa, Florida, 33607, United States
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Presented by First Watch
Saturday, August 22, 2026 | 6:00–10:00 PMLocation: TampaBob Buckhorn River Center, Downtown Tampa

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Experience an evening where culinary artistry collides with rock and roll flair. A Taste to Remember is Tampa Bay’s newest tasting event, hosted by Chef Erik Youngs, CEC—better known as the VooDoo Chef. This upscale celebration fuses the sophistication of a cocktail soirée with the electrifying energy of rock and roll party.
Indulge in bold bites and refined flavors from some of Tampa’s most talented chefs as they present tasting plates that ignite the palate and push the limits of culinary creativity. With live music, stunning riverfront views, and an unforgettable vibe, this is more than just a tasting—it’s a celebration of food, flavor, and flair.
Featured Chefs:

MORE TO COME!

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VooDoo Bash Burger Competition
2026-05-16 15:00 - 21:00 | Florida
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May 16, 2026 3PM – 9PM
Great Food, Great Music, Great Cause.
Join us for the 7th Annual VooDoo Bash Burger Competition, presented by Euro-Bake USA and tailored by Tweeds! The VooDoo Burger Bash is a fun celebration with a friendly competition, delicious food, and great music; all to raise money and support of an amazing cause. This event is hosted in support of The VooDoo Chef Foundation and their mission of providing culinary scholarships to students aspiring to grow in the Foodservice & Hospitality Industry.
Gather around to taste a variety of unique burgers that are prepared by competing Chefs and Cooks across the Greater Tampa Bay area. Help us determine which culinary competitor should be crowned the champion for “Best Burger in Tampa”. We will be crowning winners for the following categories: Fan Favorite #VooDie Food Fight Winner, Best Use of Bacon, Best Use of VooDoo, and the #VooDie Food Fight Champion! In addition, there will be a raffle and silent auction to help raise money for culinary scholarships. So, get ready to for a feast of flavors and a rockin’ #VooDie night!
This is a rain or shine event.
Your VooDoo Burger Bash Tasting Ticket includes the above plus:

General Admission to Live Performances
Tastings of some of the Best Burgers in Florida
Close up view of Official Burger Scoring by the Celebrity Judging Panel
Vote for your Favorite in the Best Burger Fan Favorite Category!
Bid on exclusive Auction Items

Your VooDoo Burger Bash VIP Ticket includes the above plus:

Access an hour early to the Burger Tastings!
Private VIP Area to enjoy the Rock Show (Live Performances)
Evening Dessert Samplings
Meet and Greet Opportunity with the VooDoo Chef

Participating Competitors*

MORE TO COME!!!!

Music Line Up*

MORE TO COME!!!!

*Music and Burger Competitor Line Up subject to change.
Presented by Euro-Bake USA & Tailored by Tweeds

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#VooDie Burger Food Fight

VooDoo Bash 2022

VooDoo Bash Burger Food Fight Event presented by Euro-Bake USA

VooDoo Bash: Burger Food Fight Presented by Euro-Bake USA

VooDoo Bash Burger with VooDoo Chef Dirt Seasoning

VooDoo Burger Bash 2022. Presented by Euro-Bake USA.

Burger Tasting from VooDoo Bash Burger Food Fight. Presented by Euro-Bake USA.

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VooDoo Bash Burger Food Fight Event presented by Euro-Bake USA

VooDoo Bash 2022: Burger Competition Presented by Euro-Bake USA

VooDoo Bash 2022: Burger Competition Presented by Euro-Bake USA

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Burger Tasting with VooDoo Spice at the VooDoo Bash Burger Food Fight. Presented by Euro-Bake USA.

VooDoo Bash: Burger Food Fight Presented by Euro-Bake USA

Burger Tasting from VooDoo Bash Burger Food Fight

VooDoo Bash: Presented by Euro-Bake USA

VooDoo Bash Presented by Euro-Bake USA

VooDoo Bash Burger Food Fight Event presented by Euro-Bake USA

VooDoo Bash: Burger Food Fight Presented by Euro-Bake USA

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VooDoo Bash: Presented by Euro-Bake USA

VooDoo Bash 2022: Burger Competition Presented by Euro-Bake USA

VooDoo Bash Burger presented on a Euro-Bake Charcoal Bun

VooDoo Bash 2022: Burger Competition Presented by Euro-Bake USA

VooDoo Bash: Presented by Euro-Bake USA

VooDoo Bash: Burger Food Fight Presented by Euro-Bake USA

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VooDoo Bash: Annual Burger Food Fight presented by Euro-Bake USA

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VooDoo Bash 2022: Burger Competition Presented by Euro-Bake USA

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VooDoo Bash 2022: Burger Competition

VooDoo Bash: Annual Burger Food Fight

Burger Tasting at the VooDoo Bash Burger Food Fight. Presented by Euro-Bake USA.

VooDoo Chef Foundation Culinary Competitors

Burger Tasting from VooDoo Bash Burger Food Fight. Presented by Euro-Bake USA.

VooDoo Bash Presented by Euro-Bake USA

Annual VooDie Food Fight

VooDoo Bash 2022: Burger Competition

VooDoo Underground 2023: Winter Springs High School

VooDies Supporting VooDoo Chef Foundation

VooDoo Chef Baking & Pastry Challenge
2026-04-02 00:00 - 23:59 | Erwin Technical College, 2010 E Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33610, Tampa, Florida, 33610, United States
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Let’s Bake!

Step up to the challenge and showcase your baking skills in this exciting competition! From quick breads and cookies to choux pastry and a custom-composed dessert, students will put their creativity and technique to the test—all for the love of the art and the chance to earn a scholarship to continue their education in Baking & Pastry.
Judged by industry professionals, this event is a chance for students to showcase talent, gain recognition, and win a scholarship.
This competition will be filmed by RHStv to air on their website in Winter of 2026.
Event Details
📅 Date: April 2, 2026📍 Location: Erwin Technical College⏰ Time: TBD
Are You Ready to Compete?

This isn’t just a baking competition—it’s a celebration of passion, skill, and legacy. Register now and take your place among the best!

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VooDoo Chef Foundation Icon Awards
2026-03-12 17:00 - 21:00 | Eaton Marketing Test Kitchen, 5325 115th Avenue North, Clearwater, Florida, 33760
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About the VooDoo Chef Foundatoin Icon Awards
The VooDoo Chef Foundation Icon Awards celebrate individuals whose passion, dedication, and impact have shaped the foodservice and hospitality industry. These awards honor those who not only achieve excellence in their craft, but also uplift the culinary community, strengthen the industry’s future, and embody the Foundation’s mission to Include, Engage, and Empower.
Recognizing that true icons go beyond the plate, the Icon Awards highlight chefs, educators, mentors, and leaders who inspire through their commitment to service, innovation, and legacy. Each honoree represents the spirit of hospitality at its highest level — serving not only food, but also opportunity, mentorship, and community.
Join us as we celebrate the 2025 VooDoo Chef Icon Award Winners. After we recognize the Icon Winners, help us cheer the final two teams in the finals of the VooDoo Underground Competition! Two teams competing live for a full tuition scholarship to the Hillsborough Culinary Academies at Erwin Technical College!

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VooDoo Chef Underground: Finals 2026
2026-03-12 17:00 - 21:00 | Eaton Marketing Test Kitchen, 5325 115th Avenue North, Clearwater, Florida, 33760
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The Ultimate High School Culinary Showdown
VooDoo Underground is back, and the competition is fiercer than ever! Watch as eight high school culinary teams go head-to-head in a high-stakes, single-elimination cook-off that will test their creativity, technique, and ability to perform under pressure. With each round, the heat intensifies—only one team will emerge victorious as the “VooDoo Underground – Best of…” Champion.
Event Schedule:
📍 February 26 – Preliminaries (Erwin – Invite Only)📍 February 27 – Semi-Finals (Erwin – Invite Only)📍 March 12 – Finals at Eaton Test Kitchen (Buy Tickets)
The competition kicks off with the Preliminary Rounds, where teams will showcase their culinary prowess and battle for a spot in the next stage. The Semi-Finals will raise the stakes as the top teams fight for a place in the ultimate showdown. Then, on March 12, the remaining competitors will step into the Eaton Marketing test kitchen for the Finals, where the VooDoo Underground Champion will be crowned!
Why Attend?

Witness the next generation of culinary talent in action
Experience the creativity and innovation of young chefs
Celebrate the crowning of the Underground Champion

Buy tickets for the Finals at Epicurean Hotel Tampa! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable culinary showdown. Who will rise, and who will be chopped?

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VooDoo Underground 2023: Chamberlain High School

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VooDoo Underground 2023: Chamberlain High School

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VooDoo Underground 2023: Winter Springs High School

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VooDoo Chef High School Recipe Challenge 2026
2026-02-07 00:00 - 23:59 | Florida
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Unleash Your Culinary Creativity & Win a Scholarship!
The VooDoo Chef High School Recipe Challenge is your chance to bring bold flavors to life and showcase your culinary talent! Each year, high school students across Florida put their skills to the test by creating a VooDoo-inspired dish using a VooDoo Chef Sauce and/or Seasoning. The winner earns a culinary scholarship to help turn their passion into a career in the foodservice and hospitality industry.
Do you have what it takes to impress the judges? Enter today and show us your voodoo magic in the kitchen!
Why Compete?
🔥 Showcase your culinary talent🔥 Win a scholarship to jumpstart your culinary career🔥 Get recognized by industry professionals🔥 Join the VooDoo Chef Foundation’s mission to support future chefs
How to Enter:
*High School Students Only*
✅ Create a unique recipe using a VooDoo Sauce and/or Seasoning✅ Submit your recipe for a chance to win a scholarship✅ Create, cook, and impress the judges!
Presented by Keiser University Center for Culinary Arts

Are you ready to bring the heat? Enter now!
Commitment Date: December 15, 2025Seasoning Mail Out Date: January 21, 2026Recipe Submission Date: February 7, 2026Winners Announced: February 21, 2026

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The VooDoo Chef High School Recipe Challenge is back for another year of bold flavors, fierce competition, and life-changing scholarships! High school students from across Florida will compete to create the ultimate VooDoo-inspired dish using VooDoo Chef Dirt Seasoning—all for a chance to win a culinary scholarship and take their passion to the next level.
Hosted by the VooDoo Chef Foundation and presented by Keiser University Center for Culinary Arts, this event celebrates the next generation of chefs while providing financial support for those pursuing careers in foodservice and hospitality.
🎉 Who will take home the scholarship in 2026? Join us and find out! *High School Students Only*
Commit by January 14th and submit your VooDoo Chef Inspired recipe no later than February 7th. Winner announced on February 21, 2026!

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Gasparilla Parade of Pirates 2026
2026-01-31 14:00 - 18:00 | Bayshore Boulevard, Bayshore Boulevard, Tampa, Florida, 33611, United States
The 2026 Seminole Hard Rock Gasparilla Pirate Fest is scheduled in Tampa from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. on Saturday, January 31, 2026. It features the 107th Gasparilla Invasion and Parade of the Pirates presented by Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla.

Picture this: a sea of glittering beads, treasures, and doubloons being tossed into the air as a crew of pirates celebrate their victory over the City of Tampa. The legendary Gasparilla Parade of Pirates is no ordinary celebration. Join the VooDoo Chef and his Krewe aboard his float and travel along the 4.5-mile parade route, Partying Like Rock Stars. Celebrate Tampa Bay with approximately 140 units of elaborate floats, Krewes, marching bands, and, of course, the infamous YMKG pirates! Enjoy Food, Beverages, Live Music, and all the excitement that accompanies Gasparilla.

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Parade of Pirates Schedule

Time: 2:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M.
Route: The parade begins at Bay to Bay Boulevard and Bayshore Boulevard. It continues along Bayshore Boulevard to Brorein Street, turns east on Brorein Street, then north on Ashley Drive. The parade ends at Cass Street & Ashley Drive.
The Float: While on the VooDoo Chef Float guests will enjoy Food & Libations, Live Music, Face Painting and more. And don’t fret, the float is equipment with four bathrooms! Enjoy the parade in style!!!
Reserved Seating: Space is limited so get your tickets today!

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Pirate Fest

VooDoo Chef at Gasparilla Parade with Krewe

VooDoo Chef at Gasparilla Parade with Krewe

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla

VooDoo Krewe at the Gasparilla Parade

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

USF Bulls Dancers with VooDoo Krewe at the Gasparilla Parade

VooDoo Krewe Gasparilla Ship Presented by Monster Energy Drinks

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Chef at Gasparilla Parade with Krewe

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Chef at Gasparilla Parade with Krewe

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Chef at Gasparilla Parade with Krewe

USF Bulls Dancers with VooDoo Krewe at the Gasparilla Parade

VooDoo Chef at Gasparilla Parade with Krewe

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Krewe at the Gasparilla Parade

VooDoo Chef at Gasparilla Parade with Krewe

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Chef at Gasparilla Parade with Krewe

Children's Gasparilla Parade 2026
2026-01-24 16:00 - 18:30 | Bayshore Boulevard, Bayshore Boulevard, Tampa, Florida, 33611, United States
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Enjoy the Children’s Gasparilla Parade aboard the VooDoo Chef Float!
Yo ho, yo ho! All mates on deck of the VooDoo Chef Float for the Children’s Gasparilla Parade on January 24, 2026.
One of the most popular attractions in Tampa is the annual Gasparilla Pirate Fest, which has been a tradition in Tampa since 1904. Over 300,000 spectators are expected to line the streets to watch the Ashley Children’s Gasparilla Parade presented by Chick-fil-A. Treat your family to the Tampa experience of a lifetime and join us for a fun, family celebration – aboard the VooDoo Chef Foundation Float! Arg! Guest will enjoy snacks, live music, face painting, photos, and more.
VooDoo Krewe Two-Pack: $350.00 | VooDoo Krewe Family Four-Pack: $600.00

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Children’s Gasparilla
Saturday, January 24, 2026 | 12:00-7:30pm
Widely considered the largest children’s event in the country, the Children’s Gasparilla Parade begins at Bay to Bay and Bayshore Boulevard. Pirates, floats, marching bands and more proceed north along Bayshore Boulevard before ending at Edison Avenue. This event is free to attend, but reserved seating is available or join us on the VooDoo Chef Float!
Schedule of Events:

12:00-2:00pm: Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Rodeo- Bayshore Blvd between Rome and Dakota Ave. (Free to participate, no registration required)
12:00-4:00pm: Gasparilla Air Invasion
2:00-3:00pm: Gasparilla Preschooler’s Stroll (Pre-registration required)
4:00-6:15pm: Children’s Gasparilla Parade
6:15-7:00pm: Nighttime Gasparilla Air Invasion
7:00-7:30pm: “Piratechnic Finale” Fireworks Show

Parade Information:

Road Closure and ADA Access Map
Children’s Gasparilla Parade Road Closure Schedule
Children’s Gasparilla Parade Traffic Advisory
Parking Information

FREE Jolley Trolley service will be running on a continuous loop from 11:30am to 8:30pm picking up/dropping off at the intersections of Platt St. and Bayshore Boulevard (near Publix) and Bay-to-Bay and Bayshore Boulevard.

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Children’s Gasparilla VooDoo Krewe

VooDoo Chef at Gasparilla Parade with Krewe

VooDoo Chef at Gasparilla Parade with Krewe

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla

VooDoo Krewe at the Gasparilla Parade

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

USF Bulls Dancers with VooDoo Krewe at the Gasparilla Parade

VooDoo Krewe Gasparilla Ship Presented by Monster Energy Drinks

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Chef at Gasparilla Parade with Krewe

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Chef at Gasparilla Parade with Krewe

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Chef at Gasparilla Parade with Krewe

USF Bulls Dancers with VooDoo Krewe at the Gasparilla Parade

VooDoo Chef at Gasparilla Parade with Krewe

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Krewe at the Gasparilla Parade

VooDoo Chef at Gasparilla Parade with Krewe

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Krewe at Gasparilla Parade in Tampa, FL

VooDoo Chef at Gasparilla Parade with Krewe
