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Local Restaurants Face Off in Chili Cook-Off

Top chefs from local restaurants will compete to earn of one of several titles.

Chili is the ultimate fall comfort food, and there will be plenty of options to please every palate at the fourth annual South Oakland Chili Cook-Off from 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, at the Royal Oak Farmers Market.

Top chefs from local restaurants will enter their chili into the competition to earn of one of several titles, including Best of the Best (determined by a group of guest “celebrity” judges), Spiciest, People’s Choice, Jaycees’ Choice, Best Vegetarian and Most Original. This year’s participating restaurants include Lily's Seafood Grill & Brewery, BlackFinn American Saloon, Hamlin Corner, Town Tavern, Fifth Avenue and bd’s Mongolian Grill.  

“With an outstanding lineup of restaurants competing this year, we’re looking forward to another successful cook-off,” said Chairperson Paula Wittek. “It’s such a fun event for all ages, and it’s an excellent way to help support some great communty organizations.”

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The South Oakland Chili Cook-Off will also include an expanded silent auction, local beer, kids activities and live music.

Admission to the event costs $10 in advance (available online at  southoaklandchilicookoff.eventbrite.com) or $12 at the door. Children 12 and younger  get in for free. Adult admission includes eight tasting tickets. Additional tasting tickets will be available for purchase at the event.

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Proceeds from the Royal Oak Chili Cook-Off benefit the Boys & Girls Club of South Oakland County, Royal Oak Parks & Recreation and the Royal Oak Jaycees.

For more information, email southoaklandchilicookoff@gmail.com or call 248-457-5292. 

Source: Royal Oak Jaycees


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