Morey’s Piers' 1st Annual Chili/Chowder Cook Off set for October 9th

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Get Cookin’ at Morey’s Piers' 

1st Annual Chili/Chowder Cook Off

Cooks compete for “Souper” Stardom Sunday, October 9

What would fall be without the smell of chili simmering on the stove? Get a true taste of Jersey on the Wildwoods Boardwalk at Mariner’s Landing on Sunday, October 9 at Morey’s Piers’ 1st Annual Souper Sunday Chili and Chowder Cook Off – where chefs, restaurants and talented individuals will compete for the glory of being named the “Best Of” in their chosen category.

The competition will begin at 11 a.m. on Sunday, October 9 with a 2-hour cooking period. Public tastings will begin at 1 p.m. Guests can purchase tasting kits for $10 and Season Pass Members can purchase kits for $8. Tasting kits include 5 taste tickets, tasting cups and a Guest’s Choice Ballot.

“Our West Coast friends over at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk have two great cook off events each year so we decided to bring the idea to the best boardwalk on the East Coast,” said Kristel Jenkins, Events and Entertainment Manager. “What better way to end a season and welcome winter than with a hot bowl of chili or chowder?”

Got a great recipe? Register in one of three categories – Individual, Professional (for restaurants and caterers) or Corporate/Media. Each team to enter the competition receives 2 all-day, unlimited ride passes to Morey’s Piers and the chance to be named Best Chili or Chowder. Plaques will be awarded to the winners in each division.

For more information please visit www.moreyspiers.com or call 609-522-3900.

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About Morey’s Piers

Morey’s Piers, located on the boardwalk in the Wildwoods, New Jersey is a classic seaside amusement park, family owned and operated since 1969. Voted the third best seaside amusement park in the world by Amusement Today, Morey’s Piers has over 100 rides and attractions spanning over eighteen acres along six beach blocks and includes three amusement piers and two beachfront waterparks. Convenient to the major population centers of the Northeast, yet a world apart, Morey’s Piers along with Morey Resorts combines the pure joy of an amusement park, the sights and sounds of a classic boardwalk, outstanding accommodations, together with the rhythm of beach life. Visit them at Surfside Pier, featuring the Ocean Oasis Waterpark and Beach Club at 25th Avenue, Mariner’s Landing Pier, featuring Raging Waters Waterpark at Schellenger Avenue, and Adventure Pier at Spencer Avenue. For more information, visit www.moreyspiers.com or phone (609) 522-3900.