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Mark your calendar now to attend the 2026 Local Food Throwdown at The Pearl Event Center in downtown Fort Wayne on Monday, October 5.

The Local Food Throwdown celebrates the best and freshest ingredients from Northeast Indiana farms and the talented individuals who produce and serve them - all while raising critical funds for Northeast Indiana Local Food Network programs and initiatives.

Guests enjoy locally-sourced Appetizers, Entreés & Desserts each prepared by Northeast Indiana's finest chefs and vote on your favorites in this friendly competition. Tickets will go on sale in August!