The Metro: Iron Chef Detroit, food for thought

Iron Chef Detroit is back, supporting Cass Community Social Services with a culinary showdown that helps fight poverty and uplift Detroit communities. Rev. Faith Fowler joins The Metro to share how this annual event fuels their mission.

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Iron Chef Detroit, an annual fundraiser for Cass Community Social Services returns on June 12, 2025. Photo credit: Cass Community Social Services

Cass Community Social Services had its first food pantries open during the Great Depression and is now under the leadership of executive director Rev. Faith Fowler. During her time, she has expanded services, bringing in new resources and broader support.

Iron Chef Detroit was created last year as an annual fundraiser for Cass Community Social Services. This Thursday, Iron Chef Detroit 2 will showcase two Cass Corridor chefs during a head-to-head culinary competition at Eastern Market.

Rev. Faith Fowler is on The Metro today  to talk about Iron Chef 2’s goal of “fighting poverty, creating opportunity, and building community” as well as the support Cass Community Social Services provides for Detroit.

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