Join KISM at Gruff Brewing on February 5th from noon – 3pm for our first Chili Chowder Charity Cookoff! Restaurants, food trucks, and licensed kitchens will be competing as we crown the best chili and chowder!
Attendees will be charged a $15 entry fee with proceeds benefitting DVSAS (Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services) of Whatcom County.
Attendees will be given sampling tickets, which you can use to sample different chili and chowder. After using all sample tickets, guests will vote for which one was their favorite. Whoever has the most votes in the chili and chowder category at the end wins! First and second place in each category will win a trophy (pictured below), and third place will win a gift card. First place in each category will also get $1,000 in on-air advertising.
Gruff Brewing products will be available for purchase.
For more details, or if interested in making chili and/or chowder for the cookoff, email bradandjohn@kism.com.
KISM’s Chili Chowder Charity Cookoff is sponsored by:
Gruff Brewing in downtown Bellingham – At Gruff Brewing, they hope you enjoy their beer as much as they’ve enjoyed everything that led to them making it. Located on east Maple Street, stop in for a pint, a schooner, or both!
Special-T Signs and Graphics on Pacific Street in Bellingham. Serving northwest Washington for over forty years – a leading sign and graphics company dedicated to creating a memorable and professional brand for your business.
SK Motorsport on Iowa street in Bellingham – Over thirty years of experience offering dealership quality service and repairs for lower cost on luxury vehicles and all the latest European made cars and trucks.
Awards provided by:
Bay Engraving on Ohio street in Bellingham – Your personalized engraving experts since 1972. Your satisfaction is their number one goal.
Chili Chowder Charity Cookoff Participants:
The Black Cat – in Fairhaven’s Sycamore Square building. Raising spirits since 1987 with happy hour Monday – Thursday 3pm – 6pm and Sunday brunch 10am-3pm.
Sage Against the Machine – inside Vego’s market on Cornwall Avenue in Bellingham. Not just vegan, just good food! You won’t believe how good plants can taste.
Community Food Co-Op – over 50 years providing good, local food. Visit them in Bellingham on Cordata or Holly St. Everyone is welcome to shop at the co-op.
Latitude Kitchen & Bar – Cooking up your new cravings. Serving real, good food in Bellingham’s sunset square. Happy hour daily from 3:30-6pm.
Archer Ale House – English style ale house on Harris Avenue in Fairhaven. Serving up fantastic food and delicious drinks with one of the best happy hours around.
The Bistro at Shuksan – southern inspired farm to table, with live music Thursday evenings from 5-7pm. On E. Axton Rd. at the Shuksan Golf Club.
Grand Avenue Ale House – serving classic American pub fare for lunch and dinner in downtown Bellingham 7 days a week. Join them for happy hour or one of their great food and drink specials.
Bellingham Golf and Country Club – multiple dining options that will fit you to a tee. Members only, but the chowder is too good not to share! Click here to request membership info.
Bellingham Cider Company – Named for their cider, making a name in the restaurant scene. Featuring a solar powered restaurant and full bar with amazing views of Bellingham Bay from their large patio. Stop in for locally sourced deliciousness. On Prospect St. in Bellingham.
That’s What I Like! Island Grill – on Northwest Avenue in Bellingham, the “Twili” grill offers a unique blend of Filipino American cuisine that’s sure to “wow” your senses. Best of the Northwest 2022 winner for new restaurant. Come by and find out why.
Packers Kitchen and Bar – Casual seaside dining with stunning views at Semiahmoo Resort. Serving up fresh seafood, hand-crafted pizza, and local specialties.
Culture Cafe – located in the Herald building in Bellingham, Culture Cafe’s menu offers a delicious blend of Hawaiian and pacific northwest delights. Always fresh, always amazing!
