Naughty & Nice Holiday Throwdown

Naughty & Nice Holiday Throwdown

Get ready for a holiday showdown hotter than a fresh pot of chili and sweeter than Grandma’s cookie jar! Two teams of four local Pittsburgh chefs will face off in the ultimate festive food fight — the Naughty & Nice Holiday Throwdown to help raise funds and awareness for Community Kitchen Pittsburgh!

🎟️ Your ticket includes all four chilis and four cookies, plus access to a loaded chili bar with all the fixins — cornbread, crackers, cheese, sour cream, jalapeños, onions, fritos and the iconic Pittsburgh favorite Mancini’s Bread, along with pita chips from Terranean Herbs and Spices for that perfect crunch.

The Menu -

Two “Nice” Chilis

Original House Chili - Rich, smoky, and packed with flavor. This signature chili combines seasoned ground beef, crispy bacon, fire-roasted corn, hearty beans, and tomatoes, all slow-cooked with a secret blend of spices for that perfect balance of heat and heartiness. A true classic, packed with as much flavor, as it is love.

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Season’s Best Chili - Classic comfort in a bowl! Ground beef, black and pinto beans, bell peppers, and onions simmered with garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, and a touch of cinnamon for subtle holiday warmth. Heartwarming, cozy, and perfectly nice.

Two “Naughty” Chilis

Buffalo Chicken Chili - A bold, creamy twist on a classic favorite! Tender shredded chicken is slow-simmered in a zesty buffalo-style broth with hearty beans and spices, then topped with a drizzle of homemade ranch, freshly chopped green onions and cilantro, and a crunchy layer of crushed tortilla chips. Comfort with a kick!

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Mediterranean Mischief - Bright, bold, and a little naughty! Shredded chicken, spinach, artichokes, onions, and peppers simmer in a lemon-garlic bone broth enriched with creamy Greek yogurt, cannelini beans, then seasoned with cumin, sumac and za’atar. Finished with a roasted garlic and cucumber feta relish for a tangy, unexpected twist.

Two “Nice” Cookies

How The Grinch Stole My Heart - A melt in your mouth soft sugar cookie crowned with our signature buttercream and a single red heart….because sometimes all it takes is one bite to make your heart grow three sizes.

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Cinny Station - The only doodle that snickers , soft and chewy with a warm splash of cinnamon flavor

Two “Naughty” Cookies

Santa’s Secret Stash - A mischievously soft gingerbread cookie stuffed with gooey caramel and creamy cookie butter, it’s the kind of treat even Santa hides for himself. Naughty? Maybe. Worth it? Absolutely.

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Brown Butter Elves - Warm brown butter cookies for the elves they say ! With green and red buttons all over and a delicious brownie center

The stakes? A spot on Santa’s Nice List… or the Naughty One.

The best part? YOU get to be the judge!

Judging will be blind, so you won’t know which team of chefs prepared which dish. We want it all to come down to flavor, not popularity. Cast your votes, cheer on your favorites, and help decide which team sleighs the competition.

We’ll also have extra desserts available for purchase if your sweet tooth isn’t satisfied.

Stay refreshed with complimentary water and lemonade — or warm up at our Hot Chocolate Bar, available for an additional donation.

Please note a portion of each ticket sale will be donated directly to Community Kitchen Pittsburgh to help continue their mission of cooking up opportunity through their culinary jobs program.

Community Giving Station:

Stop by the Mancini’s Mistletoe Donation Station to give back this holiday season!

You’ll have the opportunity to donate toward feeding a senior citizen a holiday meal or contribute directly to Community Kitchen Pittsburgh, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing free culinary training and second chances through meaningful employment.

It’s food, fun, and festive chaos you won’t want to miss.

Bring your appetite, your holiday spirit, and maybe a glass of milk for those naughty cookies. Wink wink.

Info: Meet your Chefs with a brief introduction of each Chef. Learn about their businesses, experience and what drives them to compete for Community Kitchen Pittsburgh.

Info: Winner's will be announced and crowned at 8pm. Please follow the event page on facebook where we will be live for the announcement.

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Host or Publisher Desarae Legros