Chili Cookoff: A Roaring Success

Intro By Melissa Colangelo

Photos By Cezare Ramone

Saturday, February 23rd was the 5th Annual Chili Cook off and Home brewing competition. The event took place at the Elks Lodge, which was packed to capacity with a line down the block. The event was sponsored by hMAG , Ben & Jerry’s, Hotel Victor and Simply Beer and organized by Hoboken Volunteers. Last year, the event raised $10,000 for Hoboken’s True Mentor program. This year proceeds will go to the Jubilee Center. The judges and attendees sampled 27 different chili samples before landing on a winner. All different types were represented- turkey, vegetarian and even one with chocolate. Before announcing the winners, founder of Hoboken Volunteers, Tim Occhipinti said, “This event CHILI COOKOFF A Roaring Success has grown and grown and grown and has been great for the Hoboken community and giving back to the community.” ••