Meet 60 Men Who Cook Chef Justin Eggar

In the next couple of weeks, leading up to 60 Men Who Cook, I will be spotlighting some of the fine chefs who have graciously offered to be a part of this event that is presented by Geneva Chamber of Commerce and supports Geneva History Center, Geneva Lions Club and Rotary Club of Geneva.

J’s Sexy Stuffed Mushrooms.  How’s that for an attention getter?!  It is actually a real dish being prepared by Justin Eggar of Allstate- Eggar Insurance Agency.  Besides the name being delicious, Justin has actually said they really are delicious. 

Hoping one day to receive some formal culinary training, Justin calls himself a “regular schmo” when it comes to cooking. Likes to cook for family and friends, who does do some dishes better than average.  Hopefully, one of those “better” items is the dish he is preparing at 60 Men Who Cook on May 11. 

From the minute Justin and his wife Katlyn opened their business on State Street in Geneva, they both immersed themselves in the community. 

“(60 Men) is a great event supporting our wonderful local not-for-profits. In addition, it adds some fun flair to our community and allows me to give back a little for the wonderful time that we have being here,” says Justin. 

Votes generated that evening, not only are how the chefs win, but also how the non-profits are supported.  Chefs might do just about anything to be declared the winner in their category. 

“People should vote for me because they are going to love the dish that I’m preparing. In addition, I will happily resort to bribery…. Wait, will that get me kicked out of the competition? I need to read those rules again.” 

Still not sure if you should put 60 Men Who Cook on your calendar…. 

“It’s going to be a great time and the cooks are going to knock your socks off this year.” 

And Justin, like the true community guy he is, wants your ideas too. 

“If you have any great ideas for my set, please email me at : justin.eggar@gmail.com – I have a few ideas of what I’m going to do but I’d love suggestions!” 

Vote for your favorite chef at www.genevachamber.com and at 60 Men Who Cook. 

60 Men Who Cook is on May 11, 5:30 pm at Kane County Fairgrounds in St. Charles.  Tickets are available at the Geneva Chamber of Commerce (8 S. Third St.), Fagan’s Graphic Design (524 W. State St., Suite A), Geneva History Center (113 S. Third St.), The Paper Merchant (328 S. Third St.) and State Street Jewelers (214 W. State St).   View last years fun at http://youtu.be/ABXWEZPxjTk.