Frontier's 8th Annual Oyster Shuck Off

In collaboration with Chicago Tribune FOOD BOWL, Frontier will host local chefs for their 8th Annual Oyster Shuck off on Sunday, August 19th beginning at 5:30pm. Chefs will compete for a $1,200 cash prize and the chance to earn the title of "Chicago's Fastest Oyster Shucker". WGN-TV's Chicago's Best host, Elliot Bambrough, will emcee the event, alongside a panel of 'expert' judges. Guests can enjoy all-you-can-eat Crawfish, Crab, Corn and Potatoes at the ticketed pre-shuck Crawfish and Crab Boil from 12-3pm, then continue the festivities with an Oyster Happy Hour from 3-6pm. Happy Hour specials include $1 Oysters, $6 Chargrilled Oysters, $12 Bacon-Wrapped Oysters, $8 Frozen Horchata, $8 Hurricanes and $5 Abita Craft Beers, in addition to several other drink specials. Tickets for the Crawfish and Crab Boil must be purchased online in advance at thefrontierchicago.com/events/.

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