The Great Cantina Chili Cook-Off: Heat vs. Meat!
Schedule
Sun Jan 18 2026 at 01:00 pm to 04:00 pm
UTC-06:00Location
The Cantina | Oswego, IL
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COME TO COMPETE OR COME TO EAT! 🥣🍻Think you make the best chili in Oswego? Stop talking about it and be about it! We are throwing down for the ultimate bragging rights at The Original Cantina.
Whether you like it spicy, meaty, with beans or without—we want to taste what you’ve got.
THE RULES ARE SIMPLE: 🔥 Free to Enter: No cover charge to compete. 🔥 BYO-Crock-Pot: Bring a crock-pot full of your secret recipe. 🔥 Turn-In Time: Have your chili ready and set up by 2:00 PM sharp!
THE PRIZES: We aren't just playing for pride. 🏆 1st Place: Gift Card + Bragging Rights 🥈 2nd Place: Gift Card
NOT A COOK? NO PROBLEM! We need eaters. Once the contest starts, there is Chili for everyone to taste! Come fill your belly, grab a cold beer or a whiskey, and maybe hit the slots while the judges tally the votes.
HOW TO SIGN UP: Spots are limited for crock-pots! Contact your bartender next time you're in to sign up and secure your spot on the roster.
See you at the bar! 🍻
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Where is it happening?
The Cantina, 2751 US-34, Oswego, IL 60543-8949, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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