ALTON BROWN

Foodie guru Alton Brown makes learning about food fun with outrageous experiments. He’s at the Dr. Phillips Center on Saturday.

Tour tidbits

Fun stuff about “Alton Brown Live! The Edible Inevitable Tour.”

Poncho zone : Buckle up, boys and girls, it’s going to get messy. There is a “splash” section of sorts, and ponchos will be provided.

Pick me! Pick me! Volunteers will be selected at random from the audience. No bribes accepted.

I bought a VIP ticket, just how special am I? Congratulations Mr. and Ms. Big Bucks for spending $127.50. You get to attend an exclusive meet-and-greet one hour before showtime. But wait, there’s more! You also get a pre-autographed 8-by-10-inch photo of Food Network star Bobby Flay. We’re just kidding. It’s a photo of Alton Brown. But wait, there’s even more! You have the opportunity to ask questions and take a photo.

How long will I need a baby sitter? This is a kid-friendly show, but if you plan on leaving the kidlets at home, the show is 2 hours and 30 minutes (including intermission), plus your travel time.

Orlando connection

In 2012, Orlando chef Emily Ellyn was among the 15 contestants hoping to win her own cooking show on the eighth season of “Food Network Star.” Ellyn was mentored by Brown. Her retro-rad culinary style did not earn her a series, but she did return to the network to assist Hollis Wilder (Sweet By Holly) on an episode of “Cupcake Wars.”

Ellyn and Brown will be reunited Feb. 15 at 10 p.m. when she is a contestant on “Cutthroat Kitchen.” A local viewing party starts at 9 p.m. at Tin Roof, 8371 International Drive in Orlando (emilyellyn.com).

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