New England Regional Chili Cook Off

(WTNH) - The New England Regional Chili Cook Off kicks off in the kitchen.

The New England Regional Chili Cook Off has had a long history in Somers in the 80's and 90's. The event then was held in Woburn, MA in recent years before returning to its home in Somers in 2006. Sanctioned and governed by the International Chili Society, cooks will compete in Red Chili, Chili Verde and Salsa categories. There will also be non-ICS categories for a Youth Division for kids under 18 years of age and People's Choice Chili. Cash awards will be distributed to winning teams.

The New England Regional Chili Cook Off is very proud to announce that the event will benefit the Somers Fire Department and Patriot Guard Riders CT and the outstanding work that they do in our community.

The Cook Off will be on April 28 and 29 at Pleasant View 452 South Rd in Somers.

The event is open to the public from 11am to 4pm. Tasting kits will be sold at the gate for $6.00 and 2 canned goods per adult, kids under 5 and over 70 free. All canned goods will be donated to “Champs Place” a Somers, CT Food Shelf. Live local entertainment will take the stage. There will be food vendors &crafters. DEFCON will have a "Death Match” wing eating contest!

Learn more at www.chilict.com