Greensboro, NC – The Greensboro Farmers Curb Market (501 Yanceyville Street) will host the 7th Annual Chili Challenge fundraiser on Saturday, January 20 from 9 am – noon.
The market is seeking up to 6 teams of vendors, customers, local restaurants, chefs and food enthusiasts for fun, friendly competition. The challenge is to create and serve the best chili recipe, using market ingredients including meats and seasonal vegetables. All applicants should contact the market no later than December 30, 2017 to confirm participation. For questions and information, email Angie at gfmarketevents@gmail.com.
The winner will be announced by the end of the market, winning the title of “Best Chili in Greensboro” plus bragging rights for a full year. The Triad’s best chefs, restaurants, and foodies have competed in years past. Holding the current 2017 title is Meadows Family Farm. Previous competitors have included Chefs Caleb Smallwood, Jay Pierce, John Jones, Johnny Carlo and Steve Terrill, UNCG’s Culinary Arts program with Chef LJ Rush, vendors Massey Creek and Augustino Gusto and many others.
Customers will have the opportunity to taste test all team’s chili and vote for their favorite. Each plate purchased will consist of a 2-ounce sample from each competitor and a ballot to cast for the best in class. First come first serve, while supplies last. The proceeds benefit the Greensboro Farmers Curb Market.