Taste —The Final Event

Taste (formerly Taste of Elegance) is a professional chef competition that has been hosted by the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) since 1988 to celebrate pork and highlight Iowa’s top chefs.

Pig farmers work hard to produce safe, wholesome, and affordable pork for all consumers to enjoy, and we know that chefs work equally hard to create superior entrées that keep their customers coming back. 

It takes both industries working together to better serve consumers, and we hope to inspire innovative and exciting ways to menu pork!

2024 Taste Winner

The 38th-annual and final Iowa Taste event will be held on Jan. 20, 2025, at the Iowa Events Center in downtown Des Moines.

This year's competition is by invitation only.

No named cut. Bring your BEST PORK DISH!

IMPORTANT DEADLINES!

  • Dec. 18, 2024: Commitment forms and deposit due for invited chefs.
  • Jan. 8, 2024: Entrée description and photos due.

Read about the 2024 winners

For more information, or questions, reach out to Kelsey Sutter at ksutter@iowapork.org or 515-225-7675.