Calling all chili champions and wildlife advocates! Whether you want to become a sponsor, showcase your best chili, or simply enjoy live music while bidding on the silent auction and savoring delicious chili, our Chili Cook-Off is the perfect way to support a great cause. All proceeds directly help advance our mission of promoting environmental conservation through public education and the rehabilitation of Texas wildlife.
Saturday, March 22, 2025
Join us at the 4th Annual Houston Humane Society Chili Cook-Off. This is a heartwarming event that’s spicing up the season!
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This year, the Cook-Off will be held at St. Thomas Presbyterian Church, 14100 Memorial Dr., Houston, TX 77079 on March 22, 2025 from 3 - 6 pm. There will be special door prizes from Saint Arnold Brewery, Houston Rockets, Astros Foundation, and the Houston SaberCats Rugby team. We are also turning up the heat with our esteemed celebrity judge lineup:
- Trang Le: Local Chef and philanthropist, Founder and Director of Lena’s Asian Kitchen, and Chairwoman of Lena's Foundation.
- Raquel "Raqi" Flores: Brilliant Beam Media host of The Influencers' Connection Corner.
- Lileana Pearson: Nature enthusiast and animal-loving ABC13 Reporter.
- Alex Bozarjian: ABC13 Reporter and a true foodie who loves discovering new spots to eat.
- Bill Barajas: KPRC2 Reporter who loves food and fun and is ready to spice up the competition!
We cannot wait to see you all there!
