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How to Host an Unforgettable Chili Cook-Off Party

By stacy ling

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Looking for a fun dinner party idea? Host a Mexican theme party with a friendly chili cook-off! Here’s how to host one.

Choose a location. Will you celebrate inside or out? 

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Plan the details ahead including the rules and guidelines for the chili cook-off

Set the date, send the invites and gather participants.

Set up and decorate the day before if possible so it's less stressful the day of the party.

Make sure each participant has a station with electricity and set up a chili  topping table.

Label each chili so voters know what they are tasting.

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Offer additional food and drinks in case attendees want more than just chili.

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Follow along for more cook-off party ideas.

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