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Yahoo
06-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
From Local Streets to Global Eats: Hard Rock Cafe Announces 2025 World Burger Tour Finalists
HOLLYWOOD, Fla., Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Hard Rock Cafe announces the five finalists for its annual World Burger Tour competition. Hard Rock Cafe chefs were challenged to develop culturally-inspired, unique burger recipes and were mentored by chef, content creator and brand partner Olivia Tiedemann to finesse their delicious creations. Guests, burger lovers and travelers alike can now explore different cultures by simply dining at a Hard Rock Cafe to try these one-of-a-kind burgers influenced by authentic local flavors that represent the brand's diverse cafe and hotel destinations. The 2025 World Burger Tour finalists are: Clash of the Titus Burger from Hard Rock Cafe Tampa, located inside the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino 2 Smashed Burger Patties | Smoked Gouda Cheese | Bacon Jam | Garlic Aioli | Crispy Shoestring Onions | Sliced Avocado | Bacon Jalapeños | Served with Seasoned Fries Basilico Burger from Hard Rock Cafe Milan 2 Smashed Burger Patties | Provolone Cheese | Roasted Roma Tomatoes | Herb Aioli | Leaf Lettuce | Fresh Basil | Served with Seasoned Fries Condal Burger from Hard Rock Cafe Barcelona 2 Smashed Burger Patties | Manchego Cheese | Smoked Paprika Spicy Mayo | Chorizo Jam | Bacon | BBQ Sauce | Pickles | Served with Seasoned Fries Sweet & Smokey Burger from Hard Rock Cafe New York 2 Smashed Burger Patties | Fried Cheesecake Bite | Monterey Jack Cheese | Bacon | Garlic Aioli | House-Made BBQ Sauce | Smokey Onion Frizzles | Served with Seasoned Fries Budapest Burger from Hard Rock Cafe Budapest 2 Smashed Burger Patties | Pulled Pork | House-Made Plum Jam | Cheddar Cheese | Truffle Mayonnaise | Arugula | Served with Seasoned Fries "The burgers these Hard Rock Cafe chefs have curated are seriously impressive. Each one has two smashed patties (my favorite way to make a burger!) and creates this amazing flavor experience that's both satisfying and totally unexpected—visitors will love them," said Olivia Tiedemann. These top five smashed burgers received the most orders for their fun ingredients and creative twists on traditional recipes, earning each its place on Hard Rock Cafe menus worldwide before the ultimate winning burger is crowned on September 5th. "This competition showcases the outstanding culinary talent our Chefs bring to the kitchen every day as well as Hard Rock's commitment to celebrating different parts of the world through incredible food," said Eric Martino, President of Hard Rock Cafe & Retail. To find the Hard Rock Cafe nearest you and try the five finalist burgers, visit About Hard Rock®Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies with venues in nearly 80 countries spanning more than 300 locations including owned/licensed or managed Hotels, Casinos, Rock Shops®, Live Performance Venues and Cafes. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world's largest and most valuable collection of authentic music memorabilia with more than 88,000 pieces displayed at locations around the globe. The Unity™ by Hard Rock global loyalty program rewards members for doing the things they love across participating properties. In addition, Hard Rock Digital spotlights the sports betting and iGaming experience with products remixed in the spirit of Hard Rock for players worldwide. HRI has received numerous industry, destination and workplace awards across the travel, hospitality, gaming, entertainment and food & beverage sectors. HRI currently holds investment grades from primary investment-grade rating agencies: S&P Global Ratings (BBB) and Fitch Ratings (BBB). For more information on Hard Rock International, visit or About Olivia TiedemannOlivia Tiedemann is a chef and content creator based in Austin. After attending culinary school and cooking in restaurants, Olivia began work as a private chef in the Hamptons where she garnered a large online global audience through her elevated dishes, impeccable plating, and signature dry sense of humor. Her unique style of showing both the food and the process of her cooking, combined with her carefully curated music selection has pioneered a new editing trend online and amassed her millions of followers. Olivia has collaborated with celebrity chefs, appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and the TODAY show, and has been featured in Sandwich Magazine, Business Insider, Forbes 30 Under 30, and more. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Hard Rock International
Chicago Tribune
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Of Notoriety: ‘Mullingar' opens at Dunes Theatre, burger challenge and Patsy Cline tribute
This weekend, Hard Rock Cafe in Gary kicks off its annual World Burger Tour competition in celebration of Hard Rock's international birthday. Hard Rock Cafe chefs from around the globe are competing in a challenge to showcase their unique burger creations highlighted for a limited time on menus, presenting ingredient elements from their regional cultures and personal tastes and themes. The innovative recipes are now available through Aug. 4 for guests to try, compare and vote, including the Gary location's own 'Crossroads Burger' at Hard Rock Cafe Northern Indiana developed by Chef Ivan. The burger boasts two 'smashed and stacked' burgers, crispy pork shoulder, pepper jack cheese, house-fried pickles, charred onions and garlic ranch aioli. Chef Ivan's dream burger, priced at $19.95, is competing against the offering from Hard Rock Cafe Rome which touts a 'Lasagna Burger with Ragu Bolognese and bechamel,' as contrasted with the Atlantic City Hard Rock property's 'Jersey Shore Burger' that has a house-made blueberry maple aioli and provolone cheese. This year's competition marks the first time the Gary location is included in the finals. Based on an equation of judges' scoring and sales performance, the top five burger recipes will be selected and announced later this summer. Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana is at 5400 West 29th Ave. in Gary with more information at An unneighborly grudge between families can take a long time to 'mend fences.' It's a deliciously dark and moving storyline, seasoned with humor, opening this weekend at Dunes Summer Theatre. 'Outside Mullingar,' opening June 27 and playing until July 13, is a dark comedy by Irish playwright John Patrick Shanley, playwright for 'Doubt.' Set in rural Ireland, Shanley's clever yarn focuses on the unlikely romance between Anthony and Rosemary, longtime neighbors who explore the fine line between love and hate. It's being directed by Michael Lasswell and stars Peter Gertas, Morgan McCabe, Robert Reidy and Danielle Bilderback on the Dunes Summer Theatre historic stage, 288 Shady Oak Drive in Michigan City, continuing the venue's 74th anniversary season. Performances are 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are $30 to $35 for all general seating and available at or call 219-879-7509. Direct from Las Vegas, Amberley Beatty becomes the legendary first lady of country and western crossover into pop music, stepping into the boots and identity of Patsy Cline for her first time on the Theatre at the Center stage, 1040 Ridge Road in Munster, for a 3 p.m. Sunday, June 29 tribute concert. Whether dressed in classic Western attire or elegant evening gowns, Amberley captures the sultry and timeless sound of the legendary singer as audiences join a mesmerizing journey through Patsy Cline's greatest hits, including 'I Fall to Pieces,' 'She's Got You,' 'Crazy,' 'Walkin' After Midnight,' 'Sweet Dreams' and the hauntingly beautiful 'Faded Love.' Tickets are $40 at or 219-836-3255, and there is the option of a four-course pre-concert dinner in the ballroom with a Patsy Cline-themed menu for an additional $30, with reservations required at 219-836-1930 Ext. 2. Hammond Mayor Thomas M. McDermott Jr. and the Hammond Port Authority are hosting the return of Hyryder to The Pavilion at Wolf Lake 7 p.m. Saturday, June 28. Hyryder ranks as one of the Midwest's premier Grateful Dead tribute bands and has been captivating audiences with their riveting live performances since 2008, with a quest to keep the Dead's music alive, and they carry this torch with distinction. It's billed as an immersive live performance to transport audiences to enjoy the legendary songs and showmanship established by the late Jerry Garcia. Hyryder is a free show as part of The Pavilion at Wolf Lake's Summer Concert Series with details at It's a mouthwatering celebration of flavors, aromas and culinary creativity in Munster this weekend for the Region Eats Food Festival from 5-9 p.m. Saturday, June 28, at Centennial Park, 1005 S. Centennial Drive in Munster. In addition to food trucks and vendors, guests enjoy live music by the Nick Danger Band, and there is also a beer garden. More than 15 food trucks will be on site side-by-side with traditional tent vendors. No tickets to purchase for admission. All food and beverages are sold directly from the vendors. Centennial Park is a pay-to-park facility priced at $2 an hour or $5 a day. There are three kiosks at the park to pay for parking near the shelters, stage and clubhouse.
