Tiki Tom’s chef wins Sysco’s Battle of the Blades in Napa cook-off

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Chef Jon-Luc Maggi of Tiki Tom's won the Sysco Northern California Culinary Artisan of the Year title after triumphing in the "Battle of the Blades" competition with a creative dish. The event underscores Sysco's connection with chefs and its culinary branding.

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2026-03-17 11:31:19

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Chef Jon-Luc Maggi of Tiki Tom’s has been named Sysco Northern California Culinary Artisan of the Year after winning the “Battle of the Blades” cooking competition in Napa. He prevailed in a 45-minute final judged on five criteria, creating a dish with tarragon-marinated lamb chops using Sysco Pantry items and local mystery ingredients including San Joaquin Gold Cheddar, tarragon, and almonds. This event highlights Sysco’s engagement with chefs and reinforces its branding and partnerships within the culinary community.

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