ronofboston Posted February 6, 2015 Report Share Posted February 6, 2015 (edited) Just a reminder - Atenas Chili Cook-off this Sunday 2/8/15 New Location www.atenaschilifiesta.com Last year it was reported they raised $30,000+ for the local Orphanage. Edited February 6, 2015 by ronofboston Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missy Posted February 7, 2015 Report Share Posted February 7, 2015 Just a reminder - Atenas Chili Cook-off this Sunday 2/8/15 New Location www.atenaschilifiesta.com Last year it was reported they raised $30,000+ for the local Orphanage. My husband and I are hoping to get there tomorrow. It sounds like a good time. We were there one other year and some of those chilies are really hot, but tasty. Missy...of Worcester Ma Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Epicatt2 Posted February 7, 2015 Report Share Posted February 7, 2015 Does anyone know which participants there will be this year? Just curious . . . Paul M. == Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob205 Posted February 7, 2015 Report Share Posted February 7, 2015 Wish we could be there. Seems like a good time and a good cause. Made a small donation anyway. If you can't attend, please try to help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveJ Posted February 10, 2015 Report Share Posted February 10, 2015 The Chili Fiesta is really getting to be a big deal with the new bigger venue this year. Any reports or videos? Did anyone here on the forum go? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Epicatt2 Posted February 10, 2015 Report Share Posted February 10, 2015 I don't know whether Norman and his crew from Jalapeños participated this year. Have you heard that he's getting ready to open a new eatery, a Colombian place, with arepas and other Locombian food! Looking forward to trying it out. It's not open yet -no date set- but soon. When I asked when he said he's taking his time. Cheers! Paul M. == Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronofboston Posted February 10, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 10, 2015 (edited) SteveJ It was a successful turnout. It will be a few days before the totals are in (attendance & money), but quite a difference from the original started by "TOM & KAY COSTELLO" at their small restaurant in Atenas . There were only 6 participants in the cook-off that year. This year saw 21 competing for "BEST CHILI IN COSTA RICA". What had been a "Gringo's festival in the park" was expanded this year to be more "all inclusive", Ticos and Gringos. The hours were also expanded this year with a concert lasting until 10:00 pm (way beyond my bed time). I would recommend you check their web site for pics. www.atenaschilifiesta.com . Ron Epicatt2 Paul M Norman was in attendance but not a contestant in the Chili Cook-off this year. I'm sure he will be glad to show you his previous trophies next time you visit Jalapenos. Ron Edited February 10, 2015 by ronofboston Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Epicatt2 Posted February 10, 2015 Report Share Posted February 10, 2015 Just FWIW, Mitzi Stark has an article in today's TicoTimes online edition covering the Chili Cook-Off in Atenas. HERE's a link to Ms. Stark's article. Wish I coulda been there. Paul M. == Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronofboston Posted February 10, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 10, 2015 AND THE WINNERS ARE Judges Choice 1st Place: Marine Corps League 2nd Place: Roca Caliente 3rd Place: South of "South of the Border" People's Choice Texas Fuego Chili Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missy Posted February 11, 2015 Report Share Posted February 11, 2015 We had a real nice time...... I hope to join in on the chili contest next year. Missy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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