Puerto Vallarta, Mexico – The new venue at Salón Rancho Alegre was a tremendous success according to those who attended. The area was totally shaded and the chili stations were easily accessible by all patrons. Crowds of more than 500 enjoyed gallons of chili, along with a variety of other food, drinks and some excellent music.
We know some people are wondering who won the contests. It was a fun competition, and we again thank our panel of judges who decided the “Professional” vote (AJ Freeman, Lead Lifestyle Scout WeLovePV.com; Hollis Harris, El Rio BBQ’s Grill Master, and Gina Hendrix, Owner/Creator of Whiskey Kitchen.
Professional Judging
1st Place: Jay Sadler (Chili #13)
2nd Place: Nacho Daddy (Chili #15)
3rd Place: El Sofa (Chili #9)
Popularity Voting
1st Place: Nacho Daddy (Chili #15) with 57 votes
2nd Place: Jay Sadler (Chili #13) with 55 votes
3rd Place: El Sofa (Chili #9) with 54 votes
All the Chili Sponsors did a great job!
Thanks to everyone who helped make the 2023 Cook-Off a huge success. Look for a complete review in the next edition of The Chili Digest. (You may subscribe at PVChiliCookoff.com.)
Event proceeds of $110,996 pesos, as reported by Jim Sullivan (Event Chairman), will be used during 2023 for various projects that will be completed by the Jay Sadler Project A.C. This non-profit organization completed 31 projects during 2022. In addition, their Toys for Tots program this past January distributed over 4,000 toys for Three Kings Day.
The Jay Sadler Project A.C. recently completed roof repairs, cleaning of solar panels, painting and building repairs at The Red Cross in Puerto Vallarta.
Some of their upcoming projects include:
Amigos de La Isla Cuale playground
Luis Medina Casillas Kinder
Tami Kinder
Rosario Castellanos Kinder
The Sula Society
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Kinder
The Jay Sadler Project A.C. is a registered Jalisco Charitable Organization operating in the Puerto Vallarta area. The Jay Sadler Project A.C. provides many maintenance support services such as painting, construction and electrical to needy organizations and playgrounds. They also operate fundraising projects for various Banderas Bay area charities throughout the year. For more information visit JaySadlerProject.com.
