Yes chef! Use this form to register for the Pro category of the Princeton Chili Cook Off! Important details are included at the bottom of this page before submission.

Questions? Shoot Melissa an email.

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* 1. Applicant name

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* 3. Telephone number

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* 4. Name of the restaurant or caterer that you are representing. If you're a professional or private chef, please include your name exactly how you'd like it listed.

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* 5. What variety of chili will you present?

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* 6. How will you reheat your chili?

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* 7. List of your chili ingredients to be displayed at your tasting table.

Princeton Community Chili Cook-Off Guidelines

  • Chili is a stew containing chili peppers, tomatoes, beans, and often meat. Other seasonings may include garlic, onions, and cumin. Each entry must be labeled “Meat” or “Vegetarian”.
  • Only one entry per person, group, or restaurant is permitted and registration is required.
  • All ingredients must be pre-cooked before the event. Chili is to be brought ready to eat and reheated on-site. Chili must be presented in a sanitary crock-pot or similar pot and served at a temperature of 180 degrees. All subject to inspection by Princeton Health Department. Each contestant that indicated they need power to reheat their chili will have access to ONE outlet, no exceptions. There is no access to fridge space.
  • Each contestant must prepare a minimum of 200 2oz samples of chili.
  • Chili tasting cups, spoons, and napkins will be provided. Contestants are required to provide ingredients, garnishes, and kitchen tools, including serving utensils. Contestants must be at their tasting table for the event’s duration to serve attendees.
  • Participants receive one "plus one" to assist with set-up and serving and all other family and friends must buy a ticket. This is a fundraiser for TWO neighborhood non-profits -- invite everyone ya know! Our last two events were sold out, so advise them not to wait too long to snag their tix as it's likely none will be available at the door.

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    * 8. I confirm that I read the above guidelines and understand I'm responsible for providing 200 samples of pre-cooked chili to be served at a temperature of 180 degrees, subject to inspection by the Princeton Health Department. I agree to provide all necessary ingredients, garnishes, and kitchen tools, including serving utensils. I agree that I, or an appointed representative, must be at my tasting table for the event’s duration to serve attendees.

    By clicking the "Done" button below, you will be automatically redirected to our secure payment site to complete your application with a $50 registration fee. All proceeds benefit ACP and Historical Society of Princeton programming. Thank you SO much for your support. May the best chef win!

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