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HGTV'S Unsellable Houses Twins Leslie Davis and Lyndsay Lamb

Real estate mavens, design visionaries, business owners, HGTV stars and twin sisters Leslie Davis and Lyndsay Lamb are known for transforming one tough-to-sell home after another. After building PNW-based Lamb & Co., into a successful, full-service real estate and home design company, word of the twins’ talent and exuberant characters spread around the entertainment industry. Leslie and Lyndsay soon landed the incredible opportunity to have their own HGTV show – Unsellable Houses! The sisters’ talent for helping homeowners sell their lifeless, “unsellable” homes shone brightly on the big screen, helping them quickly become go-to experts for homeowners, designers and DIYers around the nation. On top of their own successful show they’ve participated on HGTV team challenges and most recently won season 5 of Rock the Block!

Appearing live on the Fresh Ideas Stage Friday October 25 and Saturday, October 26 at 1 pm

Chef Anthony Dromgoole of Obon Sushi and Ramen - Iron Chef Tucson 2024 Winner   

The 16th annual Iron Chef Tucson competition, held on October 5th, 2024, at the Desert Diamond Casino’s Diamond Center in Sahuarita, crowned a new champion! Chef Anthony Dromgoole of Obon Sushi & Ramen triumphed over two-time defending Iron Chef Ken Foy of Dante’s Kitchen & Cocktails in a fierce culinary showdown.

Chef Anthony impressed the judges and the 500-strong audience with his innovative use of the secret ingredient—pickles—creating a stunning four-course meal that showcased his precision, creativity, and passion for bold flavors. His winning dishes included:

• Pickle Brine Poached Prawn Lettuce Cups with jalapeño and sesame seeds
• Pickled Summer Salad with Pickled Honeydew, Radishes, and Red Onion in beet juice, topped with Goat Cheese crumbles and a Pickle dressing
• Hot Pickle Brined Pork with mushroom udon broth and toasted pine nuts
• Mochi with Blue Moon Caramel tapioca, pickled peaches, blueberries, and strawberries

Each dish brought a unique and inventive twist, showcasing Chef Anthony’s mastery in balancing tangy, sweet, and savory flavors, leaving the judges and attendees in awe.

 

Appearing live on the Culinary Showcase Stage, presented by Workman Company, Friday October 25 at 4 pm

Kids Unlimited

Kids Unlimited is a youth non-profit performing arts school in Tucson. KU believes every child deserves the chance to shine on stage and be a STAR! Kids Unlimited provides training in voice, dancing, and acting. KU also offers performing group classes. The performing group performs for public and private events around town year-round. 

Appearing live on the Fresh Ideas Stage Saturday, October 26 at 2 pm