Newburyport Chili Con-Carnival Cook-Off at The Grog Restaurant, Oct. 17

Photo, courtesy of The Grog Restaurant, Newburyport, Mass.

Just got word from Laura at The Grog Restaurant at 13 Middle St., in Newburyport, Mass., that the second annual Chili Con-Carnival Cook-off will take place Saturday, October 17th, 2009, 12 noon to 3 p.m., under the tent of the Grog's parking lot.

Live music, raffles and, of course, great chili will benefit Our Neighbor's Table in Amesbury, The Pettengill House in Salisbury and Community Services of Newburyport. Participating restaurants include Amesbury Sports Park, Carry Out Cafe, David's Tavern, Giuseppe's Fresh Pasta & Fine Food. Chef Howie's Hobo Cafe, The Korner Kitchen, Michael's Harborside,The Port Tavern, The Purple Onion, The Rockfish, Stella's of Middle Street, Ten Center Street, The Thirsty Whale ...and more to come!

In addition to the official judging, those attending the cook-off will have a chance to vote for their favorite chili.

Admission is $10 for adults, children under 12 free

Additionally, restaurants and individual chili-aficionados are certainly welcome to join the competition! There is no entry fee. Please call the Grog at 978 465-8008 or stop by the restaurant to pick up an entry form.

For more information on The Grog (one of our favorites!), click on the link above.