Greenport Harbor Brewing Company’s Annual North Fork Chili Cook-Off Set To Heat Up 'Chilly' North Fork

NORTH FORK, NY — The Greenport Harbor Brewing Company’s Annual North Fork Chili Cook-Off is coming soon.

The popular chili challenge takes place Sunday, February 1, from noon until 4 p.m. at the Peconic Brewhouse, located at 42155 Main Road in Peconic.

"A winter staple on the North Fork, the event brings together top local restaurants and fire departments competing for Judge’s Choice and People’s Choice awards," organizers said.

The chili entrees will be judged by a notable panel of culinary professionals. The afternoon also features an event-only beer release, The Hot Sauce — a chili-and lime-forward hazy IPA.

"A beloved fan-favorite event, the Chili Cook-Off was created to celebrate the outstanding local eateries that support the brewery throughout the year while bringing the community together for a delicious and lively gathering during the 'chilliest' time of year," organizers said.

This year’s competition features a rich lineup of acclaimed North Fork restaurants, including Dawg Daze BBQ, Ellen’s on Front, Little Fish, Lucharitos, Silver Sands, Maize at the Shoals Dockside, Whiskey Wind, and Green Hill Kitchen. The culinary heavyweights will battle it out for two coveted titles: Judge’s Choice Award and People’s Choice Award, the latter voted on by attendees.

Adding even more heat to the competition, local fire departments will also go head-to-head with their own signature chili recipes, competing for separate Judge’s Choice and People’s Choice Awards.

"We’re thrilled to bring this event back and showcase the incredible talent and generosity of our local restaurants and fire departments," said John Liegey, co-founder of Greenport Harbor Brewing Company. “The Chili Cook-Off is a North Fork winter staple — local teams, friendly competition, and neighbors coming together over chili and beer."

This year’s panel of judges includes:

Carolyn Iannone - Owner of Love Lane Kitchen restaurant in Mattituck

Chef Adam Kaufer - Co-owner and Executive Chef at Grace & Grit in Southold

Rich Rosenthal - Emmy Award and James Beard-winning executive television producer of the
Netflix series Somebody Feed Phil.

Jaymee Sire - Emmy Award-winning television host, food and style writer and host of the podcast 'Food Network Obsessed'.

Chef Lihn Trieu - Former owner and chef of Wednesday's Table in Southold, currently a
private chef and travel advisor.

Tickets cost $25 (plus tax and fees) and include event entry and chili tastings. Tickets are available here — or search for the Annual North Fork Chili Cook-Off on Event Brite to purchase.

"Come taste incredible chili, enjoy a cold beer, and cast your vote for the best chili on the North
Fork. This is one winter event you won’t want to miss," organizers said.