Chili Bowl Is Back

ONEONTA
Community Arts Network of Oneonta will hold the 18th annual Chili Bowl Cook-Off and Fundraiser on Saturday, February 11 from noon to 4 p.m. at 11 Ford Avenue. Hundreds of locals come to purchase bowls handcrafted by local artists and taste delicious chilis. This popular Oneonta foodie competition is back in February, but has moved to the Saturday before Super Bowl Sunday.

The Chili Bowl fundraiser is crucial to supporting CANO’s programming and events, many of which are free and open to the public. Thanks to Hartwick’s Clay Club, Stephanie Rozene, Tim Gargash, Diana Cozzens, Joanne Lentner, and other community members, an impressive array of one-of-a-kind bowls will be available for purchase. About 20 local amateur and professional chefs get to show off their culinary skills to the greater community.

Hungry guests vote on their favorite chilis. Catskill Brewery craft beer will be available, as well as wine and non-alcoholic beverages. The Mansion Jam band will provide live music and quilts by the Susquehanna Valley Quilters will be displayed for viewing.

CANO members enjoy early 11:30 a.m. admission and the first pick of handmade bowls. CANO membership and tickets for the event will be available at the door. More information can be found on CANO’s website, www.canoneonta.org, or by e-mailing admin@canoneonta.org with any questions.