26th Annual Salsa Contest - Aug. 23 at 10 a.m. Summers sun is still blazing, and were about to kick up the heat with Bloomingtons 26th annual Salsa Contest. Entries for the citys best homemade salsa will be evaluated by a panel of expert judges. Take part in the food showdown of the year, and revel in the abundance of locally grown ingredients and the culinary craftsmanship of the salsa creations. Purchase your entry packet for $5 at either Bloomingfoods East (3220 E. Third St.) or Bloomingfoods Near West Side (316 W. Sixth St.). Entry packets must be returned to Bloomingfoods East or West no later than 8 p.m. Friday, August 22. Contest Rules: Salsas should be entirely handmade with fresh ingredients; no additives, preservatives, artificial flavors, or processed sauces allowed. Twenty entries in each of the three categories (tomato-based raw, tomato-based cooked and specialty) are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. All the ingredients in raw salsa must be completely uncooked (no smoking, braising, roasting, etc.) Specialty salsas may include tomatoes, but not as a main ingredient. Judges and their family members are not eligible to participate. Limit of one entry per category per person. You or a representative must be present at the event by 11 a.m. to win. First, second and third place prizes are awarded in each of the categories. Even if you dont enter, plan on joining the fun. Youll have a chance to taste the contest salsas (while supplies last) as well as some salsas made by Bloomingfoods chefs. Gregg Rags Rago of Nicks English Hut will conduct a salsa-making demonstration at 10:15 a.m. This is co-sponsored by Bloomingfoods!
Posted on: Tue, 05 Aug 2014 23:45:01 +0000