It is with great sadness that I report the death of Ira "Duffy" Duffield of San Antonio. Duffy died today in San Antonio. He was a long-time chili groupie - His wife, Irene, was the cook although Duffy did place 5th in Terlingua in the 80s. He is survived by his wife, Irene, two children and two grandchildren. There will be a memorial service, and I will let you know the details when they are available. Please keep Irene and her family in your prayers.
From Robert (Wappo) Schrade:
For those of you who did not know the "Duffy", you missed out. He was a great person and was one of Ray Kings partners in the early years. I was very lucky to know him well and able to call him a friend. He will be missed but never forgotten.
Dana Plocheck states that a picture of Ira with his wife Irene is in the Trails this month.
From Alex Tanalsky:
The Spice Up California CCO scheduled for June 2, 2012 has been canceled. Some Chef's backed out at the last minute and we are shy of the minimum.
From Darin Jester:
Ladies and gentlemen,
The Three-I Regional Open Championship is less than two weeks away. It will be held in beautiful Ottumwa Iowa at the Greater Ottumwa Park, intersection of US 34 and SR 149. It is not too late to register. In addition to the CASI Championship division, there will be a homestyle contest and a salsa competition. Ottumwa is pretty good for getting out the public, so extra chili will be appreciated. The cookoff will benefit the Food Bank of Southern Iowa, so we want to sell many tasting cups. Let me know if you would like more info or the cooks flyer and I will email it out to you. email me at flashoverchili@sbcglobal.net.
The Three-I Regional Open Championship is less than two weeks away. It will be held in beautiful Ottumwa Iowa at the Greater Ottumwa Park, intersection of US 34 and SR 149. It is not too late to register. In addition to the CASI Championship division, there will be a homestyle contest and a salsa competition. Ottumwa is pretty good for getting out the public, so extra chili will be appreciated. The cookoff will benefit the Food Bank of Southern Iowa, so we want to sell many tasting cups. Let me know if you would like more info or the cooks flyer and I will email it out to you. email me at flashoverchili@sbcglobal.net.
NOTE: I have received the first completed Annual Report!
Congratulations to Bill Heslop and the State Of Alabama Chili Pod!
It's already Wednesday!!!! This is a short week and Friday is already getting close. Here are the CCOs for this weekend.
Jun 2, 2012-001 - Cornudas, TX CASI. Justice City Chili Cookoff The CCO will be at Justice City, TX and is about 300 yards from the Cornudas, TX settlement. There are 7 full service RV hook- ups at $22.00 per night at Cornudas (not Justice City). There is unlimited dry camping available at Justice City and you can cook where you camp. There will be live music and a dance Friday evening. There will be a bean and salsa competition, Entry fee is $5.00 per entry. Chili Entry fee $20.00, turn-in 2:00 PM Proceeds benefit the Justice City Youth Outreach Initiative. For info Contact Carol Straughan, 915- 852-3599 or caroleptx@aol.com; Bud Barrick, 575-382-5107 or teamorgan@q.com; Mae Carson at 915-964-2508.
Jun 2, 2012-002 - Stafford, TX CASI. 32nd Annual Space City Pod Cookoff Located at Stafford Elks Lodge 151, 10150 Stafford, TX. CASI entry fee $20, turn in 2 PM. Chili Grind Only. TOP 10 chili's and TOP 3 Shows get JACKETS! Jackpot beans, entry fee $10, turn in 12 noon. CHOCOLATE-OFF, anything chocolate, public judging entry fee $5, turn in 1 PM. Potluck dinner after cookoff at 6:00-ish. Great silent auction on Saturday. Come out Friday for Steak Night at the lodge-bring your own steak, will be cooked to your liking, $8 for potato, salad and drink. Music by Nigel. The Elks Lodge 151 has a great pool, so bring your suits. RV parking with limited hookups. Benefits Laura Recovery Center and the Elks Lodge 151. See Sunday 6/3/2012 for second day cook-off information to include a Omelet-off. Recommended hotels, (although some might be a little closer we do not recommend them), please choose one of the following: Courtyard by Marriott, 12655 Southwest Freeway, Stafford, Tx 77477, 281-491-7700; Homewood Suites by Hilton, 4520 Techniplex Drive, Stafford, Tx 77477, 281-265-2760; Days Inn and Suites, 4630 Techniplex Drive, Stafford, Tx 77477, 281-240-8100; Hampton Inn, 4714 Techniplex Drive, Stafford, Tx 77477, 281- 565-0559; Contact Susan Armand for more details; susanandken@prodigy.net.
Jun 2, 2012-003 - Floris, IA CASI. Floris Flag Day Cookoff Located on main street in downtown Floris, IA. Benefits Floris Fire Deptartment. CASI entry fee $20 turn in 1 pm. Contact Virgil Johnson 641-684- 4525 or cell 641-455-9210 roylene1@gmail.com.
Jun 2, 2012-004 - Everett, WA CASI. Silver Firs Safeway Located at 5802 134th St SE. CASI entry fee $20, turn in 1:00 PM. Benefits Prostate Cancer. Contact: Lynne Brokaw 3542 NE 130th St, Seattle, WA 98125; 206- 355-1232; lynnewhat@aol.com.
Jun 2, 2012-005 - Maypearl, TX CASI. Friends of Maypearl CASI Chili Cookoff. Located at 5720 FM66 East of Maypearl West of Waxahachie. CASI entry fee $20, turn in 1:00 PM. Chili Grind Only. Washer Tournament, Vendors, Raffle Drawings. Kid friendly environment at the Maypearl Sports Park. Benefits Friends of Maypearl (501(c)3). For additional information contact: Carol 210-274-5945; fomchilicookoff@yahoo.com.
Jun 2, 2012-006 - Petaluma, CA CASI. Spice up California Chili Cook Off CANCELED Contact Alex Tanalski 707-763-5267; thhchili@gmail.com.
Jun 2, 2012-007 - Cornville, AZ CASI. 4th YCS Pod in the Park CCO Held at Windmill Park located at 9950 E Cornville Road in Cornville, AZ. Benefits the Cornville Community Association Peoples Choice Chili will be served at 11:00 AM. Red Chili turn in at 1:00 PM. Entry Fee is $10 for CASI Red Chili. No entry fee for people's choice chili. Make checks payable to YCS. For info contact Jerry Lee at 623-388-9748 or alchemistchili@gmail.com.
Jun 2, 2012-008 - Terrell, TX CASI. Chili-Off and BBQ Located 12 miles North at 8975 CR 344, Terrell,TX 75161. BBQ open CASI Chili entry fee $20, turn in 1:00 PM. Open Meat. Beans $5.00 turn in 12:00 PM. 50/50 raffle Charity for Rick Adam's Medical Benefit. Open BBQ turn-in at 4:00 PM. Cook's Party Friday and Saturday night. Big Omelets for cooks Sunday morning. Call Pee Wee for information 214-882-4836 or 23tee@ti.com RSVP for RV hook-up. This cook off is on advertising probation.
Jun 3, 2012-001 - Stafford, TX CASI. Space City Pod 32nd Annual CCO 2nd day cook-off. Located at Elks Lodge 151, 10150 W. Airport Blvd. Stafford, TX 77477. See 6/02/2012 for Friday and Saturday activities. CASI entry fee $15, turn in 1 PM. Chili Grind Only. Omelet-Off, turn in 10 AM, free entry, $10 judging fee-judges get great favors, champagne and tasting of a variety of omelets. Contact Susan Armand for more details; susanandken@prodigy.net.
Jun 3, 2012-002 - Terrell, TX CASI. The Day After Big Block's CCO Located 12 miles North of Terrell TX at 8975 CR 344. CASI Chili entry fee $20.00, turn in 12:00 PM. Cook's party Friday and Saturday nites. Big Omelets for Cooks Sunday morning. Contract Pee Wee 214-882-4836; 23tee@ti.com., Larry 903-450-5541; roadwrkcb@aol.com. This cook off is on advertising probation.
