Update: The Chili Cookoff has been postponed until 2023. We apologize for this late notice.
Think you have what it takes? Put your chili to the test!
Register your chili team today.
This Chili Cook-Off will use a double-blind judging procedure:
Competitor’s chili entries will be collected in standard containers identified only by a letter (A, B, C, etc.). Cooks will receive these containers at the Cooks Meeting.- Judges will not observe the collection process.
- Entries will be randomly assigned to two groups for the first round of judging. First round judges will also be randomly assigned to each group.
- Judges will assess the chili entries on the following criteria:
- The texture of the meat (not too tough or too mushy)
- Good flavoring and chili pepper taste (not too hot or too mild)
- Consistency of the mixture (Not too thick or too thin)
- The blend of spices. How well have they permeated the meat?
Aroma.
- Five entries from each group will advance to the final round, with a new set of judges, who will select the winners based on the same criteria used in the first round.
For more information: Kern Lewis @ 510-329-8155 or e-mail us.
