Public House Brewing Company Chili Cook-Off is limited to the first 15 entries received. Registration ends Wed., Jan. 25 and requires a $10 entry fee.
Here are a few simple rules to follow, if your entry is accepted:
1) Create a minimum of 8 quarts of chili for the competition.
2) Bring your prepared chili to Public House Brewing Company: St. James Taproom Mezzanine on Saturday, January 26 at 11 a.m. Please note that the event is upstairs in the Mezzanine. We will have people available to help you carry items upstairs.
3) You must bring:
- A minimum of 8 quarts of your chili in a working crockpot (must be at serving temperature - 155 degrees Fahrenheit - by 11:30 a.m.)
- A serving spoon (for filling small 2 oz. sample cups)
We will supply an electrical outlet for the crockpot, table space, sampling cups and spoons for samples. Entries must arrive at Public House no later than 11:45 a.m. or they will not be included in the judging.
4) Judging starts at 11:45 a.m. with a panel of three specially selected judges. Chili will be judged based on the following criteria:
• Appearance - Does the chili look appetizing? Does it look bright and colorful or dull and bland?
• Aroma - Does it smell good? Does the aroma make you want to dig in?
• Consistency - Is the chili runny, mushy or overly thick?
• Taste - How is the flavor? Does the first bite make you want another one? Do the flavors blend well?
• Aftertaste - Once you swallow, is there a spice taste ("bite") that stays on your tongue? Is it pleasant?
5) You will serve samples of your chili to the public from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. in the Public House Brewing Company: St. James Taproom Mezzanine. NOTE: This is a requirement for all contestants with no exceptions. Customers will purchase $5 tasting tickets and will vote for their favorite chili.
6) Winners of the cook-off will be announced around 2 p.m. First place receives $100 cash, second place receives $50 cash and third place receives $25 cash. The People's Choice Winner will also receive a prize.
