September 2011
36 posts
KANSAS STATE COOKOFF RESULTS
The Wichita Wagonmasters Downtown Chili Cook-Off brought thousands of “chilli-heads” Downtown on September 24th. The final numbers are not in, but speculation is a record-breaking 9,000. Nearly 50 cooks and their teams vied for over $6,000 in cash and trophies along with the chance to cook in the International Chili Society World Championship in Manchester, New Hampshire.
The coveted Grand...
World’s Championship Chili Cookoff Just A Week...
The World’s Championship Chili Cookoff is just a little over a week away. As teams feverishly make their preparations to arrive in Manchester, N.H., fans and chiliheads alike also begin preparation for the big event. Hormel is generously donating 990 BIG cans of chili for use in the People’s Choice Chili this year! Everyone is preparing for the big event!
The WCCC opens to the public on Friday,...
POT & STOVES FOR THE WCCC
Sometime Sunday I will be contacting everyone who needs pots, stoves, etc. with the name (or names) of those who have what you need.
Cooks driving, I am still in need of pots for PC. I’ve got 14 requested and so far I only have confirmed numbers for about 6. If you are driving and can bring pots and stoves please contact me ASAP at wccc2011@chilicats.com with hard numbers (even if you told me...
PEOPLE'S CHOICE CHILI DETAILS
In 2010, over 25,000 attended the WCCC anticipating samples of chili. Two gallons of People’s Choice Chili is mandatory from each cook per qualified event. The ICS is welcoming KRAFT FOODS as a new sponsor this year. Kraft is presenting the People’s Choice Challenge as an inaugural partnership with the ICS and depending on the success this year, will possibly expand the relationship in 2012. ...
COOKS NEEDING HELP WITH SERVING PC AT THE WCCC
We will be contacting volunteers to help out with the serving of the PC chili, however, we need to know how many to recruit. If you are in need of some help please let me know as soon as you can. You can contact the office by phone (949-496-2651)or email me at vickie@chilicookoff.com
See you all soon!
Chilihead and Onionista Heat Up the Summer!
The summer of 2011 has been red (or could that be green?) hot for our favorite couple, Onionista and Chilihead.
When we last heard from the sizzling pair, their romance had blossomed so fast it took everyone by surprise — even yours truly (also known as the Food Enthusiast). No matter how grounded in their own worlds, their romance was destined to have real spark. Onionista is sweet, yet super hot...
CERTIFIED CHILI JUDGE'S CLASSES
The ICS is introducing our new Certified Chili Judges program which has been designed to bring consistency to the knowledge of our judges, particularly newer ones. We will hold two classes at The Radisson Hotel over WCCC weekend, Thursday from 3:30pm-6:30pm and Friday from 7:30am-10:30am. You must be an Active ICS member to take the class. Membership to the ICS is $50/year. If you’re not an...
CONNECTICUT STATE CHILI COOKOFF RESULTS
Fall is arriving in New England. We all felt it in early morning chill as cooks arrived at East Shore Park in New Haven, CT to set up for the cook off. The weather rapidly warmed up and we had an absolutely perfect day for a chilly cook off: temperatures in the mid-70’s, beautiful blue skies and sunshine. And the people came out to enjoy the day and taste the chili. The crowd was plentiful and...
POTS, STOVES, ETC for the WCCC
Attention chili cooks who are driving to the WCCC. I’ve had many requests for pots (especially for PC) and stoves for flying cooks. To date, I’ve had very few driving cooks contact me with what they can bring for these cooks. Please send me an email at wccc2011@chilicats.com as soon as possible with details of what you can provide. Alternatively, you can call me at (978)...
2011 WORLD'S CHAMPIONSHIP CHILI COOKOFF...
We’re pleased to announce that the City of Manchester, NH is again our Presenting Sponsor and Veteran’s Park is the host venue. We have worked hard to put together a great weekend and hope that you will enjoy the experience. As always, please check the ICS website www.chilicookoff.com for updates. This letter contains very important information pertaining to times and dates of the events, so...
PEOPLE’S CHOICE CHILI DETAILS
In 2010, over 25,000 attended the WCCC anticipating samples of chili. Two gallons of People’s Choice Chili is mandatory from each cook per qualified event. The ICS is welcoming KRAFT FOODS as a new sponsor this year. Kraft is presenting the People’s Choice Challenge as an inaugural partnership with the ICS and depending on the success this year, will possibly expand the relationship in 2012. ...
GET READY FOR CHAMPIONSHIP CHILI!
The anticipation amongst the teams is rising. The biggest event of the year for Chiliheads is coming September 30th to Manchester, N.H. In just a little over two weeks the world’s best chili cooks will square off for a championship payday and bragging rights as the World’s Champion in chili.
2011 marks the 45th annual celebration of the World’s Championship Chili Cookoff, with this year’s event...
PALOS PARK DISTRICT - IN NEED OF COOKS!!!
The Village of Palos Park Chili Cookoff is coming up this weekend and we need to get a good count of cooks that want to participate. If you emailed your application to cook and did not get a response please use the following email to contact them - nmarxman@palospark.org or call 708-671-3760. Right now the they only know of 3-4 cooks in the verde so PLEASE LET THEM KNOW IF YOU PLAN TO COOK!!
CERTIFIED CHILI JUDGES CLASS
The ICS is introducing our new Certified Chili Judges program which has been designed to bring consistency to the knowledge of our judges, particularly newer ones. We will hold two classes at The Radisson Hotel over WCCC weekend, Thursday from 3:30pm-6:30pm and Friday from 7:30am-10:30am. You must be an Active ICS member to take the class. Membership to the ICS is $50/year. If you’re not...
INDIANA STATE CHILI COOKOFF - SEPTEMBER 17, 2011
Come out to the 21st Annual Indiana State ICS Chili Cook-off this weekend on Patrick Henry Square downtown Vincennes. The cooking begins at 10am(Eastern Time). There’s still time to get in on the cooking, we take cooks up until the set up time at 8:30am. Entertainment includes Vincennes University’s bath tub races on Patrick Henry Drive at noon and music by the Speed Bumps at 1pm. The Clown of...
CELEBRATION OF LIFE FOR JOE HARVEY
Friends,
With the start of the WCCC being less than two weeks away and The Celebration of Life for Joe Harvey on 10-1, I received an email from Joe’s dear friend Sue Aitken.
She told me that only a dozen people have emailed her to rsvp. I know that Joe had a lot more friends than that!
If you intend on going please take a minute to email Sue and RSVP her at sja414@hotmail.com.
Thank you,
...
DISCOVER VIRGINIA CHILI COOKOFF - OCTOBER 8, 2011
Hey Friends,
I know everyone is looking ahead to WCCC or one of the few remaining Cook offs this chili year. I would like to share a link to a new cook off in Virginia. The Discover Virginia Chili Cook off on October 8th is a first time Chili Cook off that needs a little love. The link to the cook off is enclosed please give it a look. There is nothing like a win on the weekend after ...
TOWN OF SUPERIOR CHILI COOKOFF RESULTS
The 11th Annual Town of Superior Regional cookoff was a huge success. We had quite a few new cooks sign up this year and some renewals as well. This cookoff has done wonders over the years to get new cooks for the ICS. In 2009, $1000 was paid in memberships. In 2010, $650 was paid in memberships. This year, the Town of Superior paid $900 (18 memberships) to the ICS. Cooks came from...
PARKING ARRANGEMENTS AT THE WCCC
If you have reservations at the Radisson, they’ve given us a rate of $8.00 per day (discounted from the normal $16.00). If you are staying at any other property in Manchester, the FREE parking lot is directly across from the stage and Judging Tent on Central Street. Signs will be posted.
The Radisson has also given us a courtesy “validation” arrangement. If you park in The...
KENTUCKY STATE CHILI COOKOFF NEEDS SOME HELP -...
I am in a fix. My head judge who has run the judging since the beginning is not able to be a part of chili fest. And, the new judge I recruited just called me to say she cannot do it. She has health issues.
IS THERE ANYONE WHO MIGHT BE ABLE TO GIVE ME A HAND WITH THIS??
Cheryl Wooten Spriggs
cheryl.ws101@roadrunner.com
606.831.0328
Service Above Self
President,Ashland...
WCCC GOLF TOURNEY
Hey ICS golfers! I need to know how many we have this year. We will once again be at Derryfield Country Club in Manchester. First group goes off at noon on Thursday, September 29. Will defending champions Richie Omerza and Kevin Foley be back? Will the Blakeys from MO show up again? Will we finally see Dave Lorenz again on the course? Will I have my A or C game. So far we have myself,...
CONNECTICUT STATE CHILI COOKOFF - SEPTEMBER 17,...
Chili Cooks,
If you haven’t signed up yet for the GREAT ICS CT State Chili Cook Off….what are you waiting for??? It’s this Saturday in New Haven,CT!
Sharon Willard has put this fantastic cook off on for 19 years for the Community Action Agency of New Haven and has been a true friend to chili cooks everywhere. Great music, great friends and great chili!
Please click here to sign up...
ALL OHIO REGIONAL RESULTS
WHEN A COOK OFF IS MORE THAN A COOKOFF…
WORDS ARE HARD TO COME BY TO DESCRIBE THE EMOTIONAL EVENTS OF “FIRE FEST” HELD AT THE FIRE MUSEUM OF GREATER CINCINNATI ON 9-10-11.
YOU JUST HAD TO BE THERE…
AS WE REMEMBERED THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF 9-11.
HEARTS WERE FILLED WITH PRIDE FOR OUR COUNTRY, EYES WERE FILLED WITH TEARFUL MEMORIES OF THOSE LOST IN THE “WHOLE”...
REMEMBERING SEPTEMBER 11TH, 2001
The attacks of September 11, 2001, occurred only a few weeks before the World’s Championship Chili Cookoff. In the midst of our fear, mourning and uncertainty, the ICS had to decide whether to proceed as planned or to cancel. The decision was made to move forward with the event.
As the bagpipes played Amazing Grace during the WCCC opening ceremonies, tears flooded our eyes, people held hands and...
The ICS office expects a flood of inquires at this time of year and we’re happy to answer them, however, many questions being asked are provided in the Qualification Letters, on the ICS Official Blog and a link on the website. Let us know if we’ve been unclear and you need more details. Thanks.
2011 WORLD'S CHAMPIONSHIP CHILI COOKOFF...
We’re pleased to announce that the City of Manchester, NH is again our Presenting Sponsor and Veteran’s Park is the host venue. We have worked hard to put together a great weekend and hope that you will enjoy the experience. As always, please check the ICS website www.chilicookoff.com for updates. This letter contains very important information pertaining to times and dates of the events, so...
PEOPLE'S CHOICE CHILI DETAILS
In 2010, over 25,000 attended the WCCC anticipating samples of chili. Two gallons of People’s Choice Chili is mandatory from each cook per qualified event. The ICS is welcoming KRAFT FOODS as a new sponsor this year. Kraft is presenting the People’s Choice Challenge as an inaugural partnership with the ICS and depending on the success this year, will possibly expand the relationship in 2012. ...
CERTIFIED CHILI JUDGE’S CLASSES
The ICS is introducing our new Certified Chili Judges program which has been designed to bring consistency to the knowledge of our judges, particularly newer ones.
We will hold two classes at The Radisson Hotel over WCCC weekend, Thursday from 3:30pm-6:30pm and Friday from 7:30am-10:30am.
You must be an Active ICS member to take the class. Membership to the ICS is $50/year. If you’re...
"CELEBRATION OF LIFE" for JOE HARVEY
Friends,
On October 1,2011, there will be a “Celebration of Life” for our friend Joe Harvey.
It will be held at the Wm. H. Jutras American Legion Post # 43, 56 Boutwell St. Manchester,NH (603-623-9467) http://www.nhpost43.org/?q=rentals (1/2 mile from the WCCC)
Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and go until ?. The evening will be hosted by Paul Harvey and Sue Aitken. All food will be provided....
CERTIFIED CHILI JUDGE'S CLASSES
The ICS is introducing our new Certified Chili Judges program which has been designed to bring consistency to the knowledge of our judges, particularly newer ones.
We will hold two classes at The Radisson Hotel over WCCC weekend, Thursday from 3:30pm-6:30pm and Friday from 7:30am-10:30am.
You must be an Active ICS member to take the class. Membership to the ICS is $50/year. If...