3rd Annual Chili Cook-OffPhoto Album

November 16, 2013Indianapolis Sailing Club

HSPS 2013 Chili Cook Off

The 3rd Annual Hoosier Sail & Power Squadron Chili Cook Off event was held at the Indianapolis Sailing Club on Geist Lake. Categories included Meat, Hot & Spicy, and Vegetarian. There was a special category for children as well.

HSPS 2013 Chili Cook Off

Winning participants received a Cook Off Champ towel & cooking spoon, and a sample pack from Lava Lips Hot Sauce Tasting Tiki Bar.

HSPS 2013 Chili Cook Off

Participants and guests mingled while score sheets were distributed at the tables.

HSPS 2013 Chili Cook Off

While discussions of this and future events continued, desserts, breads, and salads were laid out in the galley area.

HSPS 2013 Chili Cook Off

The chili pots, 10 in all, simmered in preparation for the judging to begin.

HSPS 2013 Chili Cook Off

Finally it was time to begin. Each person took a small sampling of the numbered chili pots and ranked them according to their personal favorites.

HSPS 2013 Chili Cook Off

There was no shortage of good eating. Once all score sheets were turned in, the results were tallied by the Accounting Firm of Weigand & Duncan. (Thanks, Ray & Jim!)

HSPS 2013 Chili Cook Off

Commander Barb Weigand and Event Coordinator Nancy Beall announced the winners:Holly Settles – Best Vegetarian ChiliBob Beall – Best Hot & Spicy Chili (3-time champion in this category)Kay Davis – Best Meat Chili

HSPS 2013 Chili Cook Off

The Hoosier Sail & Power Squadron wish to thank Commodore Bill Millineaux and the Indianapolis Sailing Club for their hospitality. Special Thanks to Barb Weigand and Nancy Beall for coordinating the event. It was another great time with HSPS & friends.