Iron Chef-Inspired Decor: Can You Keep a Secret?

Let your "Secret Ingredient" dictate the mood. For example, fresh ginger might inspire guests to channel their inner sushi chef with Japanese inspired dishes, while grits might infuse the dinner with a Southern charm.

For a twist on the classic potluck you can also invite your guests to assemble at a local grocery store. Once the secret ingredient is revealed, a time and money limit is set... and the cooks go wild. The competing cooks go home to make their dish and return at a specific time for the unveiling.