Signature Event  Â·  Culinary Arts

2nd Annual Coyote Country
Steak Cookoff

June 6, 2026   |   91ÖØ¿Ú

91ÖØ¿Ú the Event

91ÖØ¿Ú will host the 2nd Coyote Country Steak Cookoff — a BBQ competition, campus cookout, and student engagement experience all in one.

The event brings together culinary students, competing teams from several states, local chefs, hospitality professionals, and the community for a day of food, friendship, and networking. Plus, take part in the Open Career Exchange: Walk up, connect with local businesses, and explore real career opportunities.

Food & Beverage Vendors: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Enjoy a variety of food, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic drinks from participating vendors and 91ÖØ¿Ú Culinary Arts students throughout the day.

The event is open to students, staff, and community members. Everyone is welcome. 

Cost to Attend: $25 per ticket, includes 4 food coupons.
Your ticket includes 4 food coupons. Vendors at the event accept coupons only (no cash). Each coupon can be redeemed for one food item or beverage, such as a serving of tacos, a slice of pizza, or a drink.
Note: Free entry for local students, including 91ÖØ¿Ú and LTUSD students. 

Tickets available for purchase at  


Event Video

Coyote Country Steak Cookoff — Event Highlights


Event Timeline

June 5th: Judges Meeting from 5 pm - 7 pm in the 91ÖØ¿Ú Boardroom

June 6th: Details below

Coyote Country Steak Cookoff Schedule of Activities
Time Activity
8:00 AM Load In Begins (competing teams & vendors only)
10:00 AM Cooks Meeting & Steak Selection
Noon Judges Meeting
12:15 – 12:45 PM Mocktail Tasting & Public Choice
1:00 – 1:15 PM Kids Turn In (Quesadillas)
1:00 – 1:15 PM Appetizer Turn In
2:00 – 2:15 PM Wing Turn In
3:00 – 3:30 PM Steak A Turn In
4:30 – 5:00 PM Steak B Turn In
6:00 – 6:15 PM Pork Ribs Turn In
7:00 PM Awards

How to Participate

Attend

Open to students, staff, and the community. Grab a ticket and come hungry.

Judge

Food enthusiasts and industry pros welcome. Help crown this year’s champion.

Compete

Think you have what it takes? Enter a category and put your skills on the grill.


Presented in Partnership With

Steak Cookoff Association — Building the Sport of Steak Cookoffs
American Culinary Federation
Advance — Learn, Earn, Grow
Tahoe Chamber
Visit Lake Tahoe — Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority

The Coyote Country Steak Cookoff is organized in partnership with the , , , , and the .

Come for the Flavor. Stay for the Cause.