About this Event
Join Chef Rafael Ortiz as he showcases his culinary expertise, and take on the challenge of recreating the featured dish along with your date against other couples.
Our distinguished panel of judges, the award-winning Westin Houston Downtown Food and Beverage team, will determine the winning couple.
2:00pm: Mix & Mingle with Chef Rafael
2:30pm: Guided class on how to make the following dishes:
- Baked Alaska
3:00pm: Cooking Competition Begins
5:30pm: Grand Prize winner announced.
The winning couple will receive the Grand Prize:
- An overnight staycation for two at Westin Houston Downtown
- Bespoke romantic amenity personally crafted by Chef Rafael
Add a touch of enchantment to the most romantic holiday and depart from the ordinary, making this Valentine's celebration truly unforgettable.
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$175 per couple (Tax & gratuity not included.)
Complimentary valet parking is included.
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Chef's Bio:
Chef Rafael Ortiz, hailing from Tampico, Mexico, embarked on an awe-inspiring journey that began as a Prep-Cook and rapidly evolved into the esteemed role of a Chef. After receiving prestigious honors from the renowned Le Cordon Bleu Institute, Chef Ortiz's path has been graced with incredible experiences, including collaborating on TV shows for the Food Network, private chef work for actors and the former President of Mexico, and contributing his expertise during the electrifying Super Bowl in Houston for the NFL Team Atlanta Falcons. Recently, Chef Rafael Ortiz had the extraordinary honor of crafting culinary delights for Houston's esteemed Mayor, Mr. Sylvester Turner, igniting his ambition to leave an indelible mark in the culinary arts of Houston, Texas.
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Prize Restrictions:
Only the winning couple will receive the Grand Prize.
One-night stay for two can be booked within a year of 2/07/26.
Blackout dates apply. Booking is subject to availability.
No refunds are accepted at this time.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Westin Houston Downtown, 1520 Texas Avenue, Houston, United States
USD 189.44
