Texas-size salute to the official state dish will be served up at the Texas Open Chili Championship, at Traders Village San Antonio.

This event is held under the auspices of the Chili Appreciation Society International (CASI). Chili cooks from all across Texas will join the many “chiliheads” (as they affectionately call themselves) to vie for the top honors in Chili and Junior Chili. On Saturday the 22nd,

CASI Chili Entry Fee is $35 and Junior Chili Competition is $10.

Vendor Gates Open 7 am.

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