Sunday, October 26, 2008

2nd Annual Chili Cook-Off -- Sunday, November 16th @ Steinbeck’s


* 2nd Annual Chili Cook-Off -- Sunday, November 16th in the Steinbeck’s Back Parking Lot. Setup at 9:30AM. Cooking from 10:30AM till 12:30PM. Judging from 12:30PM till4:00 PM. 25 entries with a $10 entry fee. 5 restaurant contestants with a $50 entry fee, see Marc.
Rules... Must sign up at Steinbeck’s prior to event; Must cook MEAT on Site; All other prep may be done ahead of time; NO ROADKILL; Must be willing to eat your own chili upon demand; Supply all of your own cooking equipment (Burner, Propane, Utensils, Rags, Cooler with ice for your food ingredients to maintain food safety, etc.). We supply cooking tables, serving cups, napkins, spoons (for customers), crackers and napkins. Must prepare 3 to 5 gallons of Chili for patrons and judging (remember, there is a people’s choice cash prize so you don’t want to run out). City ordinance (and our entrepreneur spirit) forbid you from brining your own beer, wine or alcohol). However, you may purchase alcohol from Steinbecks (we have a license, you don’t, ha!).
Three Chef Judges: Kevin Rathbun- Chef owner of Rathbun’s, Rathbun Steak, and Krog Bar; Michael Deihl- Chef of the East Lake Country Club, President of the American Culinary Federation, Certified Executive Chef; Kit Kiefer- Corporate Chef for SWAN foods, Certified Executive Chef. 1-10 scoring scale based on: Aroma, Appearance, Texture, Taste and Creativity. Total Score=Total points from above.
Winners... First place: $300 cash and your name on the eternal chili trophy to be housed at Steinbeck’s for all eternity. Second Place: TBD. Third Place: TBD. People’s Choice: Each patron of the event will receive ONE voter ballot to pick their favorite and their least favorite chili. The contestant with the most votes will win the people’s choice award, prize, and spot on the eternal trophy.
For more information or to enter call 404-373-1116.

Steinbeck's Restaurant Hours:
Dinner served 7 Days a Week (5PM - 11PM)
Lunch served 7 Days a Week (11:30AM - 2PM)
Brunch served on Sunday (11:00AM - 3PM)
Bar open late. Call for details.

659 East Lake Drive, Suite B
Decatur, GA 30030
404.373.1116

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