Amateur Chef

Are you an aspiring gumbo chef or a professional that’s got this nailed down? Join in the fun at gumbo cook-off and show us what you’ve got!

Each team is expected to make a minimum of 5 gallons of gumbo. Cooking time is 8:00am - 10:45am.
Judging begins at 10:45am. Public tasting starts immediately following judging.
Contestants must provide their own gas grill, fuel, cooking utensil, chairs, booth decor, etc.
Contestants are asked to have a minimum of 2 assistants in their cooking area during the tasting.
The Chamber of Commerce will provide one 8-foot covered table, tasting cups and spoons, napkins, and a Popsicle stick for “People's Choice” voting purposes.
The judges’ decision is final. Prizes: 1st ($100), 2nd ($50) and 3rd ($25) . Best showmanship receives $50 in Manitou Money, Peoples' Choice receives a trophy.
Entries are limited to 20 chefs, both professional and amateur and are accepted on a first-come-first serve basis.