St. Patrick’s Day Potato Cook-Off at Wolfe & Porter
Bring your best spuds, sip Irish specials, and see who takes home potato glory.
Shannon
March 12, 2026
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If you believe your potato dish deserves a standing ovation, Wolfe & Porter’s St. Patrick’s Day Potato Cook-Off is your moment. On March 17 from 6 PM to midnight, locals are invited to bring a potato-based dish—baked, mashed, crispy, cheesy, or gloriously weird—for tasting and friendly competition.
Guests will sample the creations and vote for their favorites, with winners earning bragging rights and a prize. Irish drink specials will be flowing, and Tuesday night trivia kicks off around 7 PM, so plan to stay a while.
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