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Wayland Chef's Shakshuka Wins Charity Cook-Off
27 Jun
Summary
- Erin Harleman won the competition with her shakshuka dish.
- The event raised over $200,000 for hunger-relief programs.
- The gala was held at Nashawtuc Country Club in Concord.
A chef from Wayland, Erin Harleman, earned the top honor at the "Chopped for Charity" gala hosted by Open Table last month. Harleman, who owns The Saucy Plate, prepared a distinctive shakshuka. This vegetarian dish incorporated eggs, chickpeas, and vegetables in a spiced sauce, enhanced by the surprising additions of chocolate and toasted pumpkin seed oil.
The charity event took place on May 1 at Nashawtuc Country Club in Concord. It successfully generated more than $200,000 to support Open Table's ongoing hunger-relief initiatives. The gala saw attendance from over 200 community members.
Other participating chefs included Audley Mills and Joubert Amazan, who presented their own culinary creations. The evening also featured silent and online auctions, along with opportunities to bid on meals prepared by the competing chefs. Guests enjoyed curated dinners and beverages, with desserts provided by Open Table's head chef.
