EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ (January 25, 2018) – The battle is on this Saturday, January 27 in Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment’s 3rd annual Homestyle Chili Cook Off! 38 contestants are competing for the $1,000 grand prize plus a spot in the International Chili Society’s World Championship cook-off in Reno, Nevada.
There is also a $500 prize for second place and $250 cash prize for the third place chili.
Homestyle chili is defined by the International Chili Society as the cook’s favorite combination of ingredients resulting in a dish seasoned with chili peppers and spices. Contestants must cook their chili on site between 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. with judging promptly after.
Last year’s Meadowlands winner, Joseph Callahan, went on to win the 2017 International Chili Society’s World Championship for his Homestyle chili and took home the $4,000 prize.
“We have a record number of participants this year,” said Meadowlands General Manager and COO Jason M. Settlemoir. “This has become a great winter time event for us. We are excited to see it continue to grow and become a must attend racetrack event!”
Racetrack guests are also welcome to sample the chili and vote for their favorite. The fan favorite cook will walk away with the $500 prize. Fan favorite voting begins 7:30pm, voting ballots are available at the Players Club Desk and in the live racing program.
In addition to the chili competition, a separate side contest for homemade salsa will also be conducted offering the winner a $500 first prize.
As an added bonus, fans can enjoy live harness racing with first race post time at 6:35pm.
For complete event details and to see the complete list of Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment events, visit www.playmeadowlands.com.
