The Takedown format is simple and unkind to your stomach: home cooks bring their own homemade frozen treats, you taste every entry, and you vote for a favourite. The organizers describe it as all-you-can-eat and pitch it as a local food competition, which is a rare thing to walk into rather than watch. If you have ever argued that a friend's ice cream beats a shop's, this is where the claim gets settled.
What to expect
Competitors set up tasting tables at Threes Brewing and portion out samples as you work the room. You get through every entry, then cast a vote for your favourite of the day. The session is short by design, so people move quickly and the room stays loud throughout.
Good to know
- Threes Brewing is at 333 Douglass Street in Gowanus; the Union Street and Carroll Street stations are both walkable.
- Tickets are required and the session is short, so arrive close to the start.
- Eat lightly beforehand; the point is tasting every entry.
- Bring a card, since brewery bars are often cashless.
- It is indoors, so weather is not a factor.
- Check the organizer's age policy before bringing children to a brewery.
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Common questions
Is it really all you can eat?
Yes. Your ticket covers tasting every competitor's entry, and you vote on a favorite.
Do I need a ticket in advance?
Yes, it is a ticketed session with a set start time.
Is it kid-friendly?
It is held at a brewery, so check the organizer's age policy before bringing children.
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