**Join the Excitement at the St. Michael Festival - Chili Cook-off!**
**Date: Sunday, September 28, 2025**
Are you ready to showcase your culinary skills and compete in our highly anticipated annual Chili Cook-off? This is your chance to shine!
- **Deadline for Entries:**
Please make sure your delicious chili is prepared and delivered to the cafeteria by **1:00 PM** sharp. We require a large crock pot filled with your homemade masterpiece!
- **Entry Process:**
Upon your arrival, you'll be assigned an entry number. This will ensure a fair and anonymous judging process.
- **Recipe Submission:**
To foster a safe environment for all, kindly provide a written copy of your recipe ingredients, especially to highlight any allergens.
*(Note: This contest operates independently and does not adhere to the guidelines set by the International Chili Society.)*
- **Judging Criteria:**
You will be judged on key elements such as color, aroma, consistency, taste, and aftertaste. Bring your A-game!
- **Anonymous Judging:**
Judges will evaluate based solely on your entry number, allowing your chili to take center stage without bias.
- **Awards and Recognition:**
Compete for the prestigious 1st place title awarded by our expert judges, and also the coveted People’s Choice award, determined by fellow attendees!
Unleash your creativity, gather your ingredients, and be part of this thrilling event. We can't wait to taste what you bring to the table!