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Rock N’ Roll, Chili Cook-off was for a good cause in Greenacres

Chili judging in Greenacres on May 21, 2023.
Posted at 2:39 PM, May 21, 2023
and last updated 2023-05-21 17:31:27-04

GREENACRES, Fla. — What’s better than good music and a hot pot of chili? Combining the two for a Sunday of fun and a good cause.

Greenacres Fire Rescue, alongside Nam Knights of America, OBC Chapter Motorcycle Club and other organizations hosted the annual Chili Cook-off and Rock N’ Roll on Sunday.

It took place at the Samuel J. Ferreri Community Park, and included live music, food trucks, vendors and of course, a whole lot of chili.

Part of the proceeds benefit Nam Knights of America Palm Beach Chapter and the Vetsville Cease Fire House. The money will also be used to buy gift cards for veterans at the Veterans Administration Hospital in West Palm Beach.

The winners were: First place: Greenacres Fire Rescue. Second place: Mississippi Sweets BBQ Co. Third place: tie between Altantis Police Department and Coral Springs Fire Department. People's choice Award: Delray Beach Fire Rescue. Best themed tent: Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office.