Think you’ve got what it takes?

We’re hosting our first-ever Chili Cook-Off at The Rancher’s Daughter, and we want you to bring your best chili recipe.

This isn’t a formal event.
It’s local, it’s competitive, and it’s built around one thing: great beef done right.

Event Details

Date: September 26th
Time: 4:00–7:00 PM
Location: The Rancher’s Daughter

You’ll be cooking and serving in front of a high-traffic crowd, with attendees sampling and voting throughout the evening.

How It Works

• Each competitor will cook with ground beef from Rancher’s Daughter

• Guests will purchase tasting tickets and vote for their favorite

• The competitor with the most votes wins People’s Choice

We’ll also have a small judges panel awarding a secondary prize.

What You Get

• Entry into the competition

• A spot in a high-traffic community event

• Exposure for your name or team

• Discounted ground beef (50% off)

• A shot at winning cash, store credit, and bragging rights

Prizes

People’s Choice Winner

• $300 (cash or store credit)

• Custom trophy

• Feature on our social media + email

Judges’ Choice

• $200 (cash or store credit)

Competitor Requirements

• Ground beef must be purchased through us (50% off for competitors)

• Must provide bite-sized samples to attendees

• Must follow ticket-based serving system (1 ticket = 1 sample)

• Bring your own set up for the event

• Maintain a clean and professional booth

Entry Details

• Entry Fee: $50

• Limited to 15 competitors total

Once spots are filled, registration will close.

Important Notes

• This is a community-focused event, but we expect a high level of effort and presentation

• You’ll be serving directly to the public, so professionalism matters

• More detailed setup and day-of information will be sent after registration