Big Chili Cookoff - for Magical Moments Therapeutic Riding Center

Join us for The Plyler Team at Lusso Realty's 3rd Annual Big Chili Cook Off, where we'll be dishing out hot and spicy chili, good vibes, and a whole lot of help for a great cause!

The Plyler Team at Lusso Realty - Chili Cook Off

Join us for the 3rd Annual Big Chili Cookoff as we support a local and deserving non-profit. This year's event is benefitting Magical Moments Therapeutic Riding Center. The Chili Cookoff will be on Saturday March 21, 2026 from 5pm-7:30pm. Each entry is allowed up to 2 Chilis to be blind judged by our judging panel. We will have trophies for winners, raffle prizes and a 50/50 raffle.

Don't want to compete, but like to eat? You can purchase a dinner ticket and sample one or several of the competing chilis - then you may cast your vote for "The People's Choice" Award Best Chili.

We are also seeking sponsors for this event!

Location: 18 Piney Park Road, Asheville, NC, USA

Bring your friends and family along to enjoy this in-person event. Sample different chili flavors, vote for your favorite, and maybe even discover a new recipe to recreate at home!

Whether you're a chili connoisseur or just love a good bowl of warmth and spice, this event is perfect for you. Don't miss out on this opportunity to indulge in some delicious chili and have a great time with your community.

Save the date and get ready to spice up your day at the Chili Cook Off!

COST TO ATTEND: $20/Adult, $10/Child includes Chili Supper & raffle ticket

SPONSOR: Premier Event Sponsors are $400/ticket

COMPETITOR: Only 20 tickets available for competition at $100/ticket

TO COMPETE: Entry cost is $100 /entry- each person/team can enter up to TWO chilis

RULES:Chili is defined as any kind of meat, combination of meats, beans, or vegetables cooked with chili peppers, various spices, and other ingredients.
Up to two entries per person, group, or restaurant allowed.
All ingredients must be pre-cooked before the event. Chili is to be brought ready to eat. Chili must be brought to the competition in a crock pot to reheat/keep warm.
Competitors must practice safe food handling at all times, on and off site, in preparation of their Chili entry.
Each contestant must prepare enough chili for minimum of 25 servings
Serving bowls and utensils will be provided.
Competition will be limited to the first 20 persons/teams to enter!
***TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE***

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