A Seriously Spicy Competition

March 16, 2010 - PRLog -- Beks Entertainment Group proudly announces the Sarasota Chili Cook Off, taking place at the Sarasota County Fairgrounds on April 10th, 2010.  The Sarasota Chili Cook Off will feature live music, kid’s activities, corn toss and plenty of chili to taste. The cost to attend is $10 for adults, and children under 13 are free. Proceeds from this event benefit the Education Foundation of Sarasota County, Inc’s Student Emergency Fund. Chili Team registration and tickets are available for purchase at www.sarasotachili.com.
This is the first Cook Off in Sarasota to be sanctioned by the International Chili Society (ICS).  Locals will compete against contestants from all over the state of Florida to produce the best bowl of Texas Red (no beans) on-site in three hours. Trophies  and over $2,000 in prize money is given to the top 5 finishers, while the first place winner will also be eligible to compete at the 2010 International Chili Society World’s Championship Chili Cook-off. Awards will be presented for People’s Choice Chili and Best Booth.
“This is the only competition I have ever known where bribing the judges is a good thing,” explained Elise Lipoff, Sarasota Chili Cook Off Coordinator.  She continued, “Sarasota may have experienced small cook offs in the past, but this event brings competition chili to a whole other level. We hope that the local cooks will represent Sarasota’s fiery spirit because cooks from as far as Colorado have already registered and want a crack at that $1,500 first prize for ICS chili and that spot to advance to the World’s Cook Off.”
The cost to register a  non- ICS Member Chili Team is $90, which includes entry for a team of up to 4 people, a  10x15 space, water hook up, and ICS Membership fees. Teams are encouraged to create fun booths that entice the public to vote for chili and to win the Best Booth award.
For more information on team registration, vendor applications and sponsorship information, go to the Sarasota Chili Cook Off website: www.sarasotachili.com or contact Tim Bekkering, tim@beksentertainmentgroup.com.

About Beks Entertainment Group
BEKS Entertainment Group specializes in the promotion and production of special events. Driving our corporate philosophy is a desire to provide good, wholesome entertainment at reasonable prices.  Dedication to supporting charities is a commitment we take seriously and incorporate into every event we represent.  For additional information, please visit: www.beksentertainmentgroup.com.

About the Education Foundation of Sarasota County, Inc.
Proceeds benefit the Student Emergency Fund of the Education Foundation of Sarasota County, Inc.  Dedicated to quality education for all children, the Education Foundation is an independent not-for-profit organization that works in partnership with the community and Sarasota County public schools.  With the support of  individuals, families, companies and foundations, the Education Foundation awards more than $1,200,000 each year to initiatives including the TeXcellence Computer Donation program, the Science Fair, Teacher of the Year, Academic Olympics, Literacy for Life, classroom grants, fine arts programs, and assistance for students in need.   For more information visit www.EdFoundation.net or call 941-927-0965.

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Willis A. Smith Construction, Inc. is based in Sarasota, Florida. Founded in 1972, Willis A. Smith Construction has provided quality planning, construction and related services to a variety of clients along Florida's West Coast for 37 years.