If you would like to send us an article, contact Margaret Stacey

The grand prize winner will receive a USD 5,000 cash prize for the advancement of their culinary education and a one-year supply of Tonnino Tuna - valued at USD 500. Two runner-up winners will also receive a one-year supply of Tonnino Tuna. To participate in the competition, contestants are asked to create an innovative and original recipe that showcases tuna fish in a delicious and interesting way.

 

 

Participants must upload a two-minute video of themselves executing their dish in a fun and engaging manner to Tonnino’s website. Creations are not limited to any particular entree category or culinary style, but competitors must keep in mind that a unique concoction will only get them so far. In order to win, they will also need to have a lot charisma!

 

"We're really excited to provide a platform for bright, new talent to show off their creativity and culinary talents," says Ximena Jimenez, Country Manager, Tonnino. "At Tonnino, we pride ourselves on being the finest in the industry and are looking for someone who has the same dedication to outstanding quality and excellence. Our new Chef Ambassador will help us demonstrate how Tonnino Tuna is not only healthy and delicious, but can also star in a variety of easy and versatile dishes."

 

 

From now until October 1st, seafood lovers from across the nation will have an opportunity to rank their favorite tuna recipes at Tonnino’s website. Following the completion of the contest, the three highest ranked video recipes will be evaluated by a panel of judges from Tonnino Tuna in the final round of the Chef Challenge. Contestants will be evaluated based on camera presence and entertainment (40 percent), originality (30 percent), and creativity (30 percent). The winning recipe and chef, as well as the first-prize recipients, will be announced within two weeks of the contest's completion.

 

 

Tonnino Tuna is a premium gourmet tuna brand of Sardimar SA. Each Tonnino gourmet product contains only the finest cuts of Yellowfin tuna, carefully selected and hand-packed to create a product of exceptional quality, texture and taste. Tonnino Premium Yellowfin tuna features innovative flavors and high quality ingredients combined to make a delicious and healthy product.

 

Each jar of Tonnino contains only the finest cuts of tuna carefully selected and packed in glass jars to create a product of exceptional appearance, texture and taste. Tonnino Tuna is available in a variety of exciting flavors including Garlic, Oregano, Jalapeño, Spring Water, Olive Oil and Ventresca.

 

Photos y Videos: Tonnino Tuna

View Larger Map