Competitors will raise their whisks in the third annual Piggly Wiggly Big Chef, Little Chef Competition, presented by IKON Financial Group 6:30-9 p.m. June 16 at Lowndes Grove Plantation.

Helping battle childhood obesity and taking up the charge to get children excited about wholesome, fresh and healthful foods are top local chefs Nico Romo of Fish, Marc Collins of Circa 1886, Cary Zapatka of Square Onion, Craig Deihl of Cypress, John Zucker of Cru Cafe, Ben Berryhill of Red Drum, John Ondo of Lana Restaurant, Michelle Weaver of Charleston Grill, Sean Brock of Husk and Ken Vedrinski of Trattoria Lucca.

During the competition, the contestants will be judged on flavor, originality, and nutritional value of their dish by Emmy Award-nominated television host, chef and author Marvin Woods and the event guests themselves. Lowndes Grove Plantation is at 266 St. Margaret St.

Advance tickets can be purchased at www.louieskids.org, and guests are encouraged to purchase them early, as this event is expected to sell out. Tickets are $45 in advance; $50 day of.