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Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Cook-off?
- The cook-off will be in January20th through January 22nd, 2012 at the Houston Farm & Ranch Club.
What is the fee to enter?
- The entry fee is usually $175.00
What is the deadline for registration?
- Application and entry fee deadline date - January 9, 2012.
How big are the cook- spaces?
- Most spaces are 40’x40’ and will be assigned on a first-come first-served basis. Some spaces will be smaller, approx. 20’x30’
When is check in and set-up?
- All contestants must check in and set up their spaces between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm, January 20, 2012
- No contestants will be allowed into the area prior to 7:00 am on that date. No Exceptions! Any attempt to check in after 5:00 pm on Friday, January 20, 2012 will require prior permission from the contest chairman.
Will Electricity be provided?
- Yes, but on a limited basis.
- Most space will have electricity and will be assigned on a first-come first-served basis. Each space is limited to 15 amps. Teams with refrigerated equipment (i.e. Margaritas machines, beer boxes etc…) must provide their own generators.
What about restroom facilities?
- Indoor restrooms are available in the Arena, Port-a-cans will be provided throughout the cook-off area.
- Teams wishing to rent their own Port-a-cans may do so; see Portacan Rental Order Form
Will vehicle traffic be allowed inside the cook-off area during the event?
- NO. All vehicles must be out of the cook-off area by 5:00 PM on Friday, January 20, 2012.
- Teams may keep a vehicle in their space but the vehicle MUST REMAIN IN THEIR SPACE UNTIL MOVE-OUT SUNDAY MORNING. NO EXCEPTIONS.
When is check out?
- Check out is on Sunday January 22, 2012; Teams must be checked out and off the property by 12:00 PM.
- All Spaces must be clean and inspected prior to move out.
