The Centro Comercial Berceo in Logroño is hosting a live cooking competition for families this Saturday, 17 October 2026, from 7pm. Ten selected teams will receive a surprise box of ingredients and have 45 minutes to cook a healthy dish from them. The winner will be chosen by a panel of judges together with the audience; the winning team qualifies for a major final round.
The panel is led by food creator Inés Basterra who is known for her project Hoy comemos sano . The competition is part of the “Una Aventura con Sabrosura” programme, through which the shopping centre offers activities focused on balanced eating and cooking together. According to the organiser, the event is specifically aimed at families, who will work in teams and focus on simple, fresh ingredients.
Alongside the competition, workshops for children and interactive challenges have been announced at Centro Comercial Berceo, offering a fun way to learn about food and preparation. According to the organiser, the aim is to make healthy eating relevant to everyday life and involve visitors in the programme. The participation of a well-known social media cook is intended to extend its reach and promote the idea of “cooking as a family experience”.
Details of the format, schedule and judging panel come from the event announcement by Centro Comercial Berceo. The event falls on a busy shopping evening; the organisers therefore expect strong public interest. It is not known whether the competition will become a regular event or be held in other cities.
Shopping centres are increasingly using formats of this kind as a platform for educational and leisure activities beyond retail. The immediate benefits are increased footfall and longer visits, while any wider impact on eating habits remains unclear without an independent evaluation. For participants, the competition offers an accessible introduction to everyday recipes, teamwork and practical cooking techniques. For the centre, it is also a way to strengthen its profile as a local venue in Logroño and the region of La Rioja ។
Editor: Mira Cadena (Article created with AI assistance).