This past weekend, the newly-rebuilt Ithaca Commons was transformed into a crystalline dreamworld by some of the nation’s top ice sculptors, all vying for a hefty prize purse. Meanwhile, dozens of the area’s top chefs served up tastebud-tantalizing chowders and bisques of all varieties in the hopes of taking home the coveted Chowdercup. Now, the votes are all in and we are delighted to announce the winners of the 2015 Ice Fest and Chowder Cook-off!
Ice Fest Winners
Grand Champion: Rich Daly
Second Place Overall: Jeff Meyers
Third Place Overall: Weisen Liang
Best Seafood Chowder: Taverna Banfi
Best Meat Chowder: Collegetown Bagels
Best Veggie Chowder: Mate Factor