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The Rootenest, Tootenest Chili Chefs Announced
The top entries in the annual Chili Wars fundraiser and tastefest were announced Friday.
Organizers of Chili Wars VI announced the winners in individual categories:
Best Individual/Overall - Mark "Joker" Yarde/Amvets Post 29
Best Red -Â Venna Marie Thomason-Kelliker
Best White - Matt and Ray MilesÂ
Best Non-Traditional - Shawn Hayden
Best Restaurant -Â Colleen's Irish Pub
Best Salsa/Dip - Renee Colasanti
Mayor's Choice -Â Detroit's Finest Coney Island
Most Unusual Chili Name - "Jamaican Me Crazy" - Mark "Joker" YardeÂ
Most Entertaining Team -Â Shores Inn Food & Spirits
Most Creative Serving Area - Timothy McCormick
Best Dressed Team - Renee Colasanti
Director's Choice -Â Robert Boekemat/Pro Chef Flavors
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - South Lake High School Culinary Arts Deptartment
Organizers said there were 44 entries in the annual chili fest, which raises money for Cops for Kids.
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