An Identifiable Regional Cuisine
The Cast Iron Cook-Off® celebrates many aspects of Appalachian heritage and culture. Importantly, it has demonstrated that West Virginians need look no further than their own backyard to find tantalizing gourmet fare. Says Duane Legg of the Culinary Federation, “You see the chefs prepare items they have served throughout West Virginia, and it’s absolutely amazing to realize that the level of culinary skill here exceeds the skills in some larger cities. That truly makes West Virginia a culinary destination.”