A Little Chili
If You Go
Chili Fest at Findlay Market
Sunday, Jan. 16, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sample chili and foods from merchants around the market.
Tickets can be purchased at the Market Center located in the Market House or online.
As winter settles over the Tristate, it’s the perfect time to think about the ultimate warm-up – chili.
Whether you need supplies to whip up your own world-famous batch for the cold days ahead or want to sample chili-inspired foods made by experts, make a visit to Findlay Market’s Chili Fest this Sunday.
Since 2005, Findlay Market has celebrated our particular and peculiar local delicacy with Chili Fest each January.
“Besides the obvious, to enjoy so many warm, tasty foods on a cold January day, Chili Fest is an awesome way to support small businesses and try a variety of foods from different places,” says Kelly Lanser, director of communication & strategic initiatives at Findlay Market.
In the past, Chili Fest featured an old-fashioned chili cook-off. But given the state of things, this year’s event puts the spotlight on Findlay Market merchants rather than competition.
With more than 20 participating vendors, attendees will be able to choose samples and try various dishes from merchants by purchasing ticket packages in bundles of 5 for $10 or 12 for $20 to sample dishes.
“Ticket packages allow people to visit places they love, as well as try out new stops at the market,” says Lanser. “Live music and warm cocktails top-off the day at the market.”
Among the samples are
Eckerlin Meats – Texas Beer Bacon Chili
Em's Bread – 5 Cheese Banana Pepper Stuffed Loaf
Harmony Plant Fare – Cincy Style Chili Grilled Cheese
Makers Bakers Co. – Mango Habanero Cheesecake
Maverick Chocolate – Fahrenheit 513 Hot Chocolate
The Empanadas Box – Cinci-Chili Empanada
“We work with our merchants to come up with interesting themes, such as like Chili Fest, that provide interesting ways for them to showcase and sell their products,” says Lanser. “Chile Fest encourages people to come to the market on a specific time, enjoy the delicious food the market has to offer, all while supporting our dozens of small businesses.”