Media, journalism and film students are cooking up big things with their reality cooking competition series “Show-Me Chefs.” Eight local chefs will face off in a seven-episode event to air Sept. 26 on KOZL-TV, but students are already looking toward the second season.

Cooking with Care Gala

The media, journalism and film department will partner with Care to Learn for a fundraising event, Cooking with Care Gala, on Sept. 25, to raise money for season two.

The event will be held at 319 Event Center in downtown Springfield. It will include a multi-course meal prepared by the first season’s chefs. There will also be live entertainment, silent auctions and a chef-showdown competition. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Get tickets online

Tickets can purchased through Eventbrite or the Show-Me Chefs Facebook page. Proceeds will benefit Care to Learn and film production for the next season of “Show-Me Chefs.”

Event details

Date: Sept. 25
Time: 6 – 10 p.m.
Location: 319 Event Center
Tickets: $100 for general public, $40 for students or $150 for VIP judges
Connect online: #showmechefs