35th Annual Mexican National Chili Cook Off

Well the plans for the 35th consecutive annual Mexican National Chili Cook Off at Tobolandia are reaching completion.

This is truly a team effort and it is really great working with Jorge, Laura, Francis, Esthela, Sylvia, Bob, Jacque, Sharon and John (Juan), each of whom looks after a significant part of the Cook Off. Preparations for the Cook Off start in or before September each year. BTW our board is comprised of five Mexican Nationals, four Canadians and one US citizen. This Anglo mix changes from time to time.

The Cook Off involves some 100+ vendors, 40 or so competitors, continuous entertainment, a parade, a food court, a Mexican field crew and electricians, police and private security, 8 Charities, a Cruz Roja Duck Race and last but not least some 300+ volunteers who man (woman?) our food booths, admissions, T shirt and raffle sales, bathrooms, beer and liquor tents, golf carts, medical assistance and anywhere else they are needed.

Without these people there would be no Cook Off and they are looking forward to seeing you there on February 22, 23 and 24, just a few days away.

Please give them all round of applause for their participation.

Moderator: I realize this is an event, however the main reason for this entry is to thank all those who make it happen. Please leave it here where the most people will read it and appreciate how much effort and how many people are involved

The Mexican National Chili Cook-off has a couple of last minute openings in both the home cooked and the restaurant categories due to some cancellations. I know it is getting late in the game however if you are interested in entering please do so ASAP.