Texas Chili Cook-Off!!

admin — Fri, 15 May 2015 16:36:14 +0000

Texas Chili Cook-off!

Here’s what you need to know for Texas Chili Cook-Off:

What time should I arrive? The Chili Cook-off starts at 12:00PM and doors will open just a few minutes before then.

How do I get there? Pier 84 is located at 555 12th Avenue, and is accessible from 44th Street. To enter the venue, cross the Hudson River Greenway and visit the check-in area by the Water Taxi. Pier 84 is immediately south of the Intrepid Sea Air & Space Museum. When you see an aircraft carrier, you are close.

How do I get in? When you purchased your Chili Cook-off ticket through Ticketfly, you had two options… Print at Home or Mobile Ticket. Just like any concert or sporting event you have been to, you will be required to show and scan your ticket for entrance to this year’s event. Make sure to bring a valid photo ID as well. Please note, tickets can only be scanned once and will deactivate after scanning so make sure to get a wristband upon entering. Questions about your tickets? Contact Ticketfly Customer Service.

What happens if it rains? The Chili Cook-off is a rain or shine event. The chili and the beer are under covered tents, so we will keep the party going! If you leave the event, your ticket will not re-scan to let you in, so please make sure to keep your wristband on.

What if my friend needs a ticket? Good news! We still have a few tickets left. Click here to purchase, and we will also have tickets to buy day-of. All proceeds of the Chili Cook-off benefit the Texas Exes New York Chapter scholarship.

Are children allowed at the event? Yep, they sure are! Kids under 15 are just $20 and kids under 9 get in free, so bring the entire family.

What should I plan on bringing? Make sure you have your ticket whether printed at home or on your mobile device. You can also bring blankets to enjoy the grassy area on the pier, and you may want to consider grabbing a poncho in the case of inclement weather.

Will I have the best time ever? Yes! Just make sure to come prepared to have fun, and we will take care of the rest, including providing you with Texas-brewed Shiner Beer, Riunite Lambrusco wine, and the amazingly talented band, The Barnstorm. Any other questions? Contact us.

See y’all 5/16!

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The 2014 Manischewitz All-Star Cook-Off By Terri and Martin Hirsch

admin — Thu, 15 May 2014 19:32:57 +0000

For the past seven years, the Manischewitz All-Star Cook-Off contest had searched the country for the tastiest and most creative kosher recipes prepared by at-home cooks. This live Cook-Off happens in front of an esteemed panel of judges consisting of food media and other culinary experts. The 2014 Manischewitz All-Star Cook-Off featured top competitors from previous Cook-Off events in a head-to-head competition for a second chance to win the Grand Prize. Each finalists was invited to submit a new recipe with kosher guidelines having no more than nine ingredients including one of the Manischewitz all-natural broth flavors, (turkey, chicken reduced sodium chicken, beef or vegetable, plus one additional Manischewitz product.

Jamie Brown-Miller won the Manischewitz All-Star Cook-Off at the JCC in Manhattan in New York City! She was selected as the winner of the $25,000 Grand Prize from a group of 5 past Cook-Off finalists that were chosen as All-Stars for this year’s competition:

1. Joe Carver, Philadelphia, PA – Bubby’s Noodle Strudel

2. Dina Burcat, New York, NY – Latke-Crusted Chicken with Apple Cider,Mushroom & Rosemary Sauce

3. Jamie Brown-Miller, Napa, Ca – Waffled Latkes with Matzo Fried Chicken &Spicy Syrup

4. Naylet LeRochelle, Miami, FL – Halibut Couscous with Pan-Tossed Tomato,Chickpea and Oregano

5. Ronna Farley, Rockville, MD – Beef Tenderloin Puffs

Her prize consists of a beautiful trophy as well as cash, a one-year Saveur magazine subscription and a bundle of Maytag® kitchen appliances! Jamie Brown-Miller was a finalist in the 2010 Manischewitz Cook-Off competition, but not top winner. Her winning recipe, Waffled Latkes with Matzo Fried Chicken & Spicy Syrup, easily won over the panel of five judges.

Passover will also be more delicious than ever this year with two new desserts: Coconut Crisp Cookies and Pistachio Orange Macaroons. The Coconut Crisp Cookies are mouthwatering with a homemade taste just like Grandma used to make. The Pistachio Orange Macaroons are hard to resist with a crunchy Pistachio texture and tangy citrus taste that creates a unique and scrumptious holiday treat. Even better, the Pistachio Orange Macaroons, along with the rest of the Manischewitz Macaroon line, are certified gluten-free.

Also new and exciting for Passover is new Manischewitz Almond Pecan Granola, a crunchy, bite-sized blend of whole grain wheat matzo, hearty almonds, pecans and luscious cranberries. It is lightly sweetened with coconut for a delicious wholesome taste that is great for breakfast or a snack.

The Manischewitz Brand was founded in a small bakery built to make Passover matzo in1888 by Rabbi Dov Behr Manischewitz in Cincinnati, Ohio. In 1932, Rabbi Manischewitzopened a plant in Jersey City, NJ, replacing the operation in Cincinnati. This move pavedthe way for the introduction of new products like Tam Tam® Crackers, Chicken Soup,Noodles, Gefilte Fish and much more. The company offers a diverse line of specialtykosher food products that cover over 60 different categories.

For more information, log onto www.manischewitz.com

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