Here's A Photo Of Two Trays Of Chili From NY Chili Fest

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Damn, well we screwed up. Last night, Food Republic had correspondents on the ground in Lyon, France for the World Pastry Cup; in Madrid, Spain at Michelin-starred restuarant Coque; and at Blue Hill at Stone Barns in Pocantico Hills, New York for the 8th Annual Sausage & Beer Dinner. But due to an oversight — well, and lack of room in our bellies — we missed NY Chili Fest, featuring 23 NYC restaurants competing in a meaty cook-off. The event featured some unusual but tantalizing-sounding choices for competitors, including Asian-leaning Talde and Salvation Taco, as well as meatcentric masters like Fatty Cue, Pies n' Thighs and Fletcher's. Proceeds benefitted Food Systems Network NYC, so it was a good cause too.

Luckily, photographer Lauren Naefe sent us shots from the event, including this deliciousness from Jimmy's No. 43. We hope the chili leftovers — if there were any — are getting put to good use on this cold, snowy/icy day in NYC.

BREAKING: A member of the Chili Fest team just got back to us with the winners:

  • Golden Chili Mug (Best Chili): The Brooklyn Star
  • Runner-up: Ducks Eatery
  • Fan Favorites: Fletcher's Chili Mac, Pies n' Thighs, Potlikker

Hopefully, you're inspired to make your own chili at home. Try Chili Con Carne: The Anti-Recipe

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