Pie & Chili Cook-Off 2026 Contestant

About this event

Seasons of Sharing Harvest & Holiday Fest's Pie & Chili Cook-Off

Think your sweet potato pie or chili has what it takes to win? Bring your best recipe and let the community decide!

Whether your entry is traditional, plant-based, or creatively inspired, we’re looking for delicious dishes that showcase flavor, creativity, and presentation.

🏆 Judging Criteria

Each entry will be scored on a 1–5 scale in each of the following categories.

• Flavor: Delicious taste, balanced seasoning, and overall enjoyment

• Presentation: Attractive, inviting, and thoughtfully presented

• Overall Appeal: How memorable and enjoyable the dish is overall

🍽️ People’s Choice Award

Community members will sample the entries and vote for their favorite. The entry receiving the most community votes wins!

Competitor Rules

To keep the competition fun, fair, and safe for everyone, all competitors must follow these guidelines:

• Choose One Category: Enter either Sweet Potato Pie or Chili .

• Bring Your Best Recipe: Entries may be traditional, plant-based, or creatively inspired.

• Prepare Your Entry in Advance: All food should be fully prepared and ready for tasting when you arrive.

• Bring a Tasting-Size Entry: Please bring enough food for judges and community members to sample.

• Label Your Dish: Include the name of your dish and a brief description of the recipe.

• List Allergens & Ingredients: Provide a simple ingredient list and clearly identify common allergens such as nuts, dairy, eggs, wheat, or soy.

• Food Safety First: Competitors are responsible for preparing, transporting, and serving their food safely. Chili should be kept at a safe serving temperature.

• No Store-Bought Prepared Entries: Entries should be made by the competitor or their household. Store-bought pies or prepared chili may not be submitted as competition entries.

• One Entry Per Competitor/Household: Each competitor or household may submit one pie or one chili entry.

• Presentation Matters: Entries should be presented neatly and attractively.

• Be Ready for Tasting: Competitors should have their entry set up by the designated check-in time.