2nd Annual Appalachian Chili Cook-off - November 5, 2011

BLAIRSVILLE, Ga. (October 19, 2011) The 2nd Annual Appalachian Chili Cook-off will be held November 5th at The Lodge at Copperhead, Blairsville, GA. The Chef Teams will begin cooking promptly at 8 a.m. The general public is invited to sample the best chili in the mountains from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. and enjoy live music by “Neighborhood Watch.” from Noon-4 p.m. Advance Tickets $5 per person which includes five chili samples.

Chili Cooks are encouraged to enter to win Cash, The Copper Spoon Award, and the Grand Prize: Weekend Getaway to The Lodge at Copperhead. The Competition Categories: Backyard (non-professionals), Civil Service (Police, Fire, Rescue, Etc.), Churches and Restaurants (The Pros). Think you can make the best chili? You can download the entry form from the website calendar: www.GoToTheLodge.com

Reserve you stay today to celebrate autumn in the North Georgia Mountains where the outside temperature is expected to be 64 Degrees on the day of the cook-off. This annual event is proudly sponsored by Budweiser.

About The Resort: The Lodge at Copperhead offers guests an unexpected boutique experience in the mountains of North Georgia, which is in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains. The Lodge infuses its intimate setting with the rustic high country style throughout the forty plus acre resort. The 12,500 square foot Lodge has 11 beautifully appointed guest rooms, Grand Hall, Full Service Restaurant and Bar, and famed wrap-around porch. The resort also offers visitors cozy cabins to relish their privacy. The Lodge at Copperhead is a destination resort with savory restaurant offering inventive cuisine and weekly special events. For more information, call 706-835-7433, visit the website: www.GoToTheLodge.com, “Like” us on Facebook, or follow on Twitter @LodgeCH.

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