Macy's CulinaryCouncil Sizzle Showdown Winner #AmericanIcons

Join me in congratulating Leah Lyon in becoming Macy's Great American Grilling Guru, winning a trip to New York for Macy's 4th of July Fireworks an honor awarded to her by Macy's Culinary C0uncil!

Winner Leah Lyon

While the Sizzle showdown was surely a great day for Leah it was also a pretty awesome day for all in attendance. The energy under the massive tent that was so beautifully setup in Macy's parking lot at Lenox Square Mall, was stocked with all the luxuries to make those in attendance fell comfortable, from the simple things like bottled water and held hand fans to flat screens monitors so you didn't miss a moment of the action. Although we were unable to sample all the contestants grilling master pieces our other scences sure were delighted by their creations, we were actually treated to meals made by the distinguished members of Macy's Culinary Council!

Six finalists competed in the “Sizzle Showdown” at Macy’s Lenox Square in Atlanta, which was hosted by Tracye Hutchins, co-anchor of CBS’s Better Mornings Atlanta. After the first round of competition, Macy’s Culinary Council chefs Cat Cora, Marc Forgione and Stephanie Izard sampled all the awesome dishes that had been prepared by the contestants in under an hour and reduced the six down to just three finalist. Included in the final three in addition to Leah Lyon was Atlanta's very own John McDavid who had a great showing and represented Atlanta well.

Atlanta native John McDavid

Want to know how you can be apart of all this excitement make sure to check out the Macy's Culinary Council so you don't miss out on the next event that is sure to be coming your way! While you are on the official site make sure to check out more about the contestants, expert chefs that comprise the council members and browse the enticing recipes and tips section. 

Judge Marc Forgione & Stephanie Izard

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