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From Hill Country:

“Long has it been debated if there’s a right or a wrong way to make chili. Hill Country Barbecue Market is putting the debate to the test in its inaugural Hill Country Chili Cook-off on Saturday, February 1st from 1 to 3 pm downstairs in the Boot Bar.

Local amateur teams will present their original chili recipes to a panel of judges who then will score each chili on its taste/flavor, creativity and presentation. Guests attending the event will also have the chance to vote for Fan Favorite after tasting their way around the room.

The Hill Country Chili Cook-off is open to the public. Tickets will be available at the door the day of the event for $10 (cash only), which comes with 10 tasting tickets. All proceeds from the ticket sales will benefit Cohn’s Kitchen + One City Eats.

Teams interested in entering their original recipe for the competition must register by 4:00 pm on January 17, 2014. Full details, including contest rules and the application, are available online.”