PROFESSIONAL CONTEST LIST
These contests are open to professionals such as chefs, food editors, etc.
Contests for culinary students are also listed on this page.
Some of these contests are open to amateurs but do not prohibit professionals from entering in their rules. But for many, entrants must be employed by a culinary institution, restaurant or foodservice
organization in order to qualify.
Click on a link to see contest summary:
07-31-10 ORGANIC GARDENING HOLIDAY RECIPE CONTEST
07-31-10 PRITCHITTS' REGIONAL RECIPE COMPETITION
07-31-10 BLAZE A BETTER BARBECUE RECIPE CONTEST
07-31-10 SHANE'S RIB SHACK "SIDES RECIPE CONTEST"
07-31-10 KIDS LOVE BLUEBERRIES RECIPE CONTEST
08-01-10 MUSHROOMS EVERY DAY, EVERY WAY RECIPE CONTEST
08-05-10 RICE, RICE BABY FOOD RECIPE CONTEST
08-06-10 2010 COAST DAY CRAB CAKE COOK-OFF
08-12-10 STING-KILL® "BBQ RECIPE SUBMISSION CONTEST"
08-14-10 TEA RECIPE COMPETITION
08-15-10 THE BALANCING ACT'S CHICKEN OF THE SEA SUPERCOOK CONTEST
08-15-10 DOLE® "ALL AMERICAN RECIPE CONTEST"
08-15-10 ATLANTA MAGAZINE'S SUMMER BBQ READER RECIPE CHALLENGE
08-16-10 PAMELA'S 2010 GREATEST GLUTEN-FREE RECIPE CONTEST
08-16-10 GIANT FOOD® & PHILLIPS SEAFOOD ULTIMATE CRAB CHALLENGE
08-22-10 31st ANNUAL NATIONAL OYSTER COOK-OFF
08-27-10 IT'S ALL IN THE ONION CHALLENGE # 3
08-31-10 MISS MERINGUE RECIPE CONTEST
08-31-10 "WHAT DOES A VLASIC DO FOR YOU?" CONTEST
08-31-10 KRAFT: CHEEZ WHIZ CHALLENGE PROMOTION
08-31-10 DREAM DINNERS RECIPE CONTEST new
09-01-10 COOK'S COUNTRY LOST RECIPE CONTEST
09-01-10 DEAN FOODS MILKSHAKE RECIPE CONTEST
09-04-10 SALAD A DAY ONLINE RECIPE CONTEST: FRESH & FRUITY SALADS new
09-05-10 TASTE OF ARCHSTONE VIDEO CONTEST new
09-06-10 "WHAT'S IN YOUR PANTRY?" new
09-10-10 TEXAS CO-OP POWER 6th ANNUAL HOLIDAY RECIPE CONTEST
09-10-10 2010 DISCOVER DUCK™ CHEF RECIPE CONTEST
09-12-10 KIMBENSEN.COM SUMMER 2010 LIGHTEN UP™ RECIPE CONTEST new
09-13-10 SUNDAE SCOOP OFF CONTEST new
09-21-10 DWARF BREW 2010: RECIPE CONTEST
09-30-10 BE HAPPY & HEALTHY® RECIPE CONTEST
09-30-10 TENDER CHOICE® PORK RECIPE CONTEST
09-30-10 GOCHUJANG KOREAN BURGER RECIPE CONTEST
10-01-10 SEARS AT HOME CHEF CHALLENGE 2
10-31-10 EVERYDAY COOKING WITH ANNIE'S NATURALS RECIPE VIDEO CONTEST
11-01-10 CIA’S TOP TURKEY RECIPE CONTEST
11-01-10 GRAPES FROM CALIFORNIA 2010 FOODSERVICE CHEF RECIPE CONTEST new
11-30-10 TASTE OF HOME COOKBOOK RECIPE CONTEST
12-03-10 IT'S ALL IN THE ONION CHALLENGE # 4
12-04-10 CUPCAKE 101 ORIGINAL CUPCAKE RECIPE CONTEST
12-30-10 VILLA ROMA: EASY GAME DAY PARTY RECIPE CONTEST new
12-31-10 BASS PECAN COMPANY RECIPE CONTEST
12-31-10 YOUR MOST TEMPTING PEANUT RECIPES FOODSERVICE RECIPE CONTEST
12-31-10 BETTER RECIPES 2010 ANNUAL RECIPE CONTEST
12-31-10 EMERIL’S SMOKER BAG RECIPE CONTEST
12-31-10 2010 FUNDCRAFT PUBLISHING HOMETOWN RECIPE CONTEST new
01-14-11 MAD ABOUT MUSHROOMS 4th ANNUAL CONTEST
ORGANIC GARDENING HOLIDAY RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
July 31, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter an original entree, side dish or dessert recipe using at least one product from this list of sponsors: Bob's Red Mill, Florida Crystals, Lundberg Farms, Nature's Path, Organic Valley, and Wholesome Sweeteners. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open only to legal residents of the 49 United States and DC, and Canada, 18 and older (excludes Quebec and AZ, PR, Guam, and all other US territories and possesions). |
PRIZES |
Grand Prize: 6 days/5 nights trip for the winner and 1 guest to at Rancho La Puerta, Tecate, Baja, California, including transportation to the Rancho, all meals and non-alcoholic beverages, accommodations in Rancho La Puerta Ranchera casitas, access to over 50 fitness classes, programs and facilities, two hands-on cooking classes and the Unlimited Spa package (ARV $7,500). Second prize: 10-piece Wusthof Classic Ikon Block Set and a collection of Rodale cookbooks (ARV $750). Third prize: Analon Ultraclad 10 piece cookware set and a collection of Rodale cookbooks (ARV $500). |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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PRITCHITTS' REGIONAL RECIPE COMPETITION |
DEADLINE |
July 31, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Submit a recipe associated with a UK region (although you do not have to live or work in that region). It must include at least one Pritchitts ingredient. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to bona fide professional caterers or catering students in UK and Ireland only, aged 16 and over. |
PRIZES |
Regional Winners (12): a year's membership of the Craft Guild of Chefs, a Global Chef's knife worth £120, & winning recipe featured in the Pritchitts & Craft Guild of Chefs 2011 calendar. Regional Recipe Champion (chosen from the 12 regional winners): Dinner for 2 at The Dorchester's Exclusive Krug Room personally prepared by the Dorchester's Executive Chef Henry Brosi, who will be on hand to discuss the philosophy and preparation of the meal. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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REDWOOD CREEK WINES “BLAZE A BETTER BARBECUE RECIPE CONTEST” |
DEADLINE |
July 31, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Submit an original grilling entrée recipe which includes ingredients commonly available at retailers, and include 1 of Redwood Creek's 9 varietal table wines both as an ingredient and a Wine Pairing recommendation. Recipe should serve 4-6 people. Include a digital photograph of the prepared grilling entrée. Be sure to answer the survey questions on the entry form! |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to residents of the 48 contiguous United States and DC, aged 21 years or older, (void in AK, CA, HI, TN, UT, PR). |
PRIZES |
Grand Prize: trip for Winner and 1 guest (over 21) to attend one Steve Raichlen’s Barbecue University® course in 2011, and a donation in the amount of $2,500 made in the Grand Prize Winner’s name to an outdoor charity of Winner's choice. Trip includes airfare to Denver, CO; 4 nights hotel accommodations; tuition at the Barbecue University course in 2011 and transportation between airport and hotel (Total ARV $10,500).
9 Finalists each receive a check for $500. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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SHANE'S RIB SHACK "SIDES RECIPE CONTEST" |
DEADLINE |
July 31, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Submint a recipe of a family favorite side dish that will compliment the Shane's Rib Shack menu. Finalists will be asked to submit a video demonstrating preparation of their recipe. |
PRIZES |
3 Finalists (& 1 guest each): trip to Atlanta, GA for the "Judges Panel Choice" Event. Includes airfare,1 night accommodations, and 2 World of Coca-Cola tickets.
2 Grand Prizes (one for the Fan's Choice winner and one for the Judges Panel Choice winner) - a Big Green Egg Grill and BBQ supplies (ARV $1,200). If Judges Panel Choice Event winner is also the Fan's Choice Winner he/she will receive $1,200 instead of grill/supplies. 3 Finalist Prizes – a Shane's Rib Shack Prize Pack (ARV $200). |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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KIDS LOVE BLUEBERRIES RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
July 31, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Create an original, kid-friendly, fresh blueberry recipe using 8 ingredients or less (salt, pepper and water are "free"). Recipe may not include other berries. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to legal US residents who are 18 years of age or older as of July 5, 2010. |
PRIZES |
$500 for first place and $250 for each of five runners-up. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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MUSHROOMS EVERY DAY, EVERY WAY RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
August 1, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter a recipe that includes at least 8 ounces of fresh commercially-cultivated mushrooms. You may enter in 3 categories: Breakfast; Main Dish; and Appetizers & Sides. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to residents of the United States and Canada (excluding Quebec), 18 years of age or older. |
PRIZES |
3 winners will each have their submissions highlighted on Mushroominfo.com and will receive $1,000. The Grand Prize Winner will receive an additional $1,000. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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RICE, RICE BABY FOOD RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
August 5, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter an original rice-based recipe that your baby is crazy about. It must contain at least 1/2 cup cooked rice and no more than 8 ingredients. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to residents of Canada (excluding Quebec) 18 years or older. |
PRIZES |
Grand prize winner will receive a $500 cheque. Second prize winner will receive a $250 cheque. Third prize winner will receive a $150 cheque. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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2010 COAST DAY CRAB CAKE COOK-OFF |
DEADLINE |
August 6, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter a recipe for crab cakes. Blue crab meat is the only type eligible. 8 finalists will be selected to compete at Coast Day, Sunday, Oct. 3,
2010, in Lewes, Delaware. |
ELIGIBILITY |
No residency restrictions listed, but finalists provide their own transportation to the cookoff. |
PRIZES |
First place: $200;
Second place: $150: Third place: $100. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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STING-KILL® "BBQ RECIPE SUBMISSION CONTEST" |
DEADLINE |
August 12, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter your original BBQ recipe or technique, along with up to an 1000-character description of interesting facts about your submission. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and D.C., 18 years of age or older. |
PRIZES |
Grand Prize: an Ole Hickory Pits Commercial BBQ Smoker (ARV $5,000). |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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TEA RECIPE COMPETITION |
DEADLINE |
August 14, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Submit a recipe using Kenyan tea. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to all Kenyan citizens. Divided into these categories: Housewives, Professional Chefs, Students, Bachelors, Single Ladies. |
PRIZES |
In each category these prizes will be awarded:
1st Place- A fridge-Ramtons
2nd Place- A cooker-universal
3rd Place – A tea cappuccino machine
4th- 10th Place- shopping voucher worth Kshs.5000- Nakumatt
11th -20th Place- Tea Board of Kenya hamper |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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THE BALANCING ACT'S CHICKEN OF THE SEA SUPERCOOK CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
August 15, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Beginning May 15, enter a recipe using a Chicken of the Sea product; an essay (no more than 400 words) describing why you are a Super Cook who can turn simple Chicken of the Sea dishes into super meals that are healthy, nutritious and convenient; and a photo of yourself. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open only to legal residents of the 50 United States and DC who are 18 years of age or older. Professional actors excluded. |
PRIZES |
Grand Prize: $10,000 cash; winner’s name and winning recipe featured on a Chicken of the Sea product; winner will appear on The Balancing Act Television show; winner and guest receive 2 night trip to Pompano Beach, Florida, for taping of Chicken of the Sea SuperCook Show Appearance (includes transportation and lodging). First Prize: $2500 and winner’s name and winning recipe featured on a Chicken of the Sea product. Second Prize: $2500. Third Prize: $2500. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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DOLE® "ALL AMERICAN RECIPE CONTEST" |
DEADLINE |
August 15, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter an original recipe in one or more of three categories: Breakfast, Salad and Entrée. Recipes must use a minimum of 1 cup of one DOLE® Fruit from the list in the rules and must use no more than 10 readily available ingredients to create a nutritious recipe. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open only to legal residents of MD, NJ, NY, PA, VA, or DC, 18 years or older. |
PRIZES |
Grand Prize: $1,000 worth of Wegmans groceries awarded in the form of a Wegmans gift card. . 3 First Place Prizes :1 year's worth of DOLE products awarded in the form of coupons for free DOLE product. AVR $450. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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PAMELA'S 2010 GREATEST GLUTEN-FREE RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
August 16, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
This year's them is the world of small plates, finger food and bite sized delights. Enter a gluten-free recipe for one of these that uses at least one Pamela's Products brand product as an ingredient. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to legal residents of the United States (excluding PR and U.S. territories and possessions) age 18 or older. |
PRIZES |
Grand Prize winner will win a $200 gift certificate to a kitchen supply store of Pamela’s Products choosing. Each Runner Up will win a $100 gift certificate to a kitchen supply store of Pamela’s Products choosing. Qualified entrants will receive a free gift item to be decided by Pamela’s Products. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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GIANT FOOD® & PHILLIPS SEAFOOD ULTIMATE CRAB CHALLENGE |
DEADLINE |
August 16, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter a recipe using one pound of Crab Meat as the main ingredient. Preparation time (including cooking time) must be 30 minutes or less. 3 finalists will compete in a cook-off at the Maryland Seafood Festival on September 11, 2010. Finalists must provide their own transportation and cooking equipment. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to legal residents of the United States (excluding PR and U.S. territories and possessions) age 18 or older. |
PRIZES |
Grand Prize: $1000 cash & Recipe to be featured on Phillips Harborplace menu.
2 Finalists each receive an $100 gift card to Giant Food® & $100 gift card to Phillips Seafood Restaurants. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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ATLANTA MAGAZINE'S SUMMER BBQ READER RECIPE CHALLENGE |
DEADLINE |
August 15, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter your most delicious or ingenious BBQ recipe (sides welcome) and a photo. |
PRIZES |
Winner receives: One Large Big Green Egg, One Large Nest, One Ash Tool, One Grill Gripper, One Box of Fire Starters, and a 20 lb. bag of Charcoal (total ARV $925). |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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31st ANNUAL NATIONAL OYSTER COOK-OFF CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
August 22, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter your original oyster recipe that can be prepped and cooked in 1 hour or less. Use at least 1 pint of oysters or 1 dozen fresh oysters in the shell. 3 categories: Hors d'oeuvres, Soups & Stews, and Main Dishes. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to everyone, but please note that finalists are responsible for their own transportation to St. Mary's County, MD, for the cook-off October 16, 2010. |
PRIZES |
Grand Prize: $1,300 ($1000 + $300 1st place division prize). Division Prizes (1 each/category)
1st Place: $300,
2nd Place: $200,
3rd Place: $150 . Transportation to the cook-off is not provided, but one night accomodations is supplied. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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IT'S ALL IN THE ONION CHALLENGE # 3: TAILGATE RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
August 27, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Oso Sweet® Onions wants to have your creative recipes serving 6 persons, using their onions as a major ingredient. There will be 4 challenges. The theme of this one is "Tailgate Recipe Contest," and it opens May 24. |
PRIZES |
Weekly winner: Oso Sweet® Gift Basket. Recipe category winners (1/challenge): $500. Grand Prize Winner (chosen from recipe category winners): $2500. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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MISS MERINGUE RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
August 31, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter your favorite recipe any tub(s) or bag(s) of Miss Meringue Cookies (Minis or Classiques) as an ingredient, not a garnish or topping. |
PRIZES |
Grand Prize: A trip for two to Paris, France. Package accommodations include airfare for two (Approximate Value $5,000) or a $5,000 American Express Card. Transportation to and from the airport, hotel accommodations, meals and expenses are the sole responsibility of the contest winner. First Prize: (1) 32GB iPOD Touch (ARV $299). 2nd Prize: (1) “The French Cookie Book” by Bruce Healy (ARV $59). The first 100 people to submit a recipe will receive a free tub or bag of Miss Meringue cookies. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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"WHAT DOES A VLASIC® DO FOR YOU?" CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
August 31, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
In 100 words or less, share what your favorite kind of Vlasic® pickle is and describe how you use it to zest up a dish. Photo is optional but may increase your chances of winning, |
PRIZES |
Grand Prize: $1,000 cash. 10 finalists will each receive $100 cash. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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KRAFT: CHEEZ WHIZ CHALLENGE PROMOTION |
DEADLINE |
August 31, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter your favorite original recipe containing Cheez Whiz. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to all residents of Canada who have reached the age of majority in the province in which they reside by June 22, 2010. |
PRIZES |
Grand Prize: Frigidaire Silver Mist Kitchen Appliances consisting of the following: Free Standing Self Cleaning Range; 18 CF Fridge; Built-in Dishwasher; Over the Range Microwave (total ARV $2500 CAN). |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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DREAM DINNERS RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
August 31, 2010 (Postal mail only) |
DESCRIPTION |
Submit a recipe for an entreé in one of the following categories: Steak, six 4 oz. top sirloin; Chicken breast, six 4 oz boneless pieces; Pasta, (spaghetti, fettuccini, penne, bow tie or lasagna) that fits 9 x13, 2” deep pan. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open only to legal residents of the 50 United States who are 18 or older as of date of entry. You do not need to be a member of Dream Dinners. |
PRIZES |
3 Prize Winners (1/category): One Dream Dinners gift certificate with a retail value of
$500. Their recipes will be used by Sponsor as a Monthly Dinner
Feature, with full credit to winners. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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COOK'S COUNTRY LOST RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
September 1, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter your great family heirloom recipes that have been handed down through the generations. Recipes for any course are welcome. Include a essay (up to 250 words) about the history and/or importance of the recipe to your family. |
PRIZES |
Grand Prize: $25,000. 4 additional winners will each receive $1,000. All winners will be profiled in Cook’s Country magazine. The very best of all the recipes and stories will be published in a forthcoming book in Fall 2011. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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DEAN FOODS MILKSHAKE RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
September 1, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter your original recipe for a milkshake, including garnishes. Photos may be uploaded as well. Several Dean Foods Dairies are participating in this contest. |
PRIZES |
1 Grand Prize: $10,000 Visa gift card. 1 First Prize: $4,000 Visa gift card. 1 Second Prize: $1,000 Visa gift card. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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SALAD A DAY ONLINE RECIPE CONTEST: FRESH & FRUITY SALADS |
DEADLINE |
September 4, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter your best salad recipe that uses retail salad dressing as an ingredient and also includes fresh, frozen or canned fruit. The theme of the contest is Fresh & Fruity Salads. Don't be too exotic — family appeal is important. |
PRIZES |
Winner will receive $500. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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TASTE OF ARCHSTONE VIDEO CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
September 5, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Create a 2 minute (maximum) video of yourself demonstrating a original recipe that incorporates a local ingredient. Include "Taste of Archstone" in the title, and the Archstone community name where you live, or have visited, in the description. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to residents of the 50 United States and DC, age 21 years or older. |
PRIZES |
Grand prize: winner's choice or either a trip for two to Napa Valley or $4500 in cash. Trip for two to Napa Valley consists of: airfare to San Francisco, CA; Limo ride to/from Chanric Inn in Calistoga, CA; wine gift basket upon arrival from GiftTree.com; the Hot Air Balloon Package at the Chanric Inn, consisting of 3 nights lodging, a hot air balloon ride for two, a couple’s massage, 1 bottle of champagne, a daily 3-course brunch for 2 and complimentary Napa Valley wine and beverages; a Culinary Institute of America “Favorites” course for 2 at the St. Helena Institute; dinner for 2 at the Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant (not to exceed $200); and a $500 Visa gift card (total ARV
$4,500). |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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"WHAT'S IN YOUR PANTRY?" |
DEADLINE |
September 6, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter your original recipe that uses fresh, frozen or dry (the 3 categories) Idaho® Potatoes, a half ounce of one of the 5 varieties of Fresh Gourmet® Crunchy Toppings and anything you have in your pantry. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to residents of the United States and Canada who are professional chefs and cooks at commercial and non-commercial foodservice establishments and to students enrolled in professional culinary schools. |
PRIZES |
3 Category winners: $150. Grand Prize: flat-screen high definition television (ARV $2,500). Every entry will receive an indoor/outdoor wireless speaker. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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TEXAS CO-OP POWER 6th ANNUAL HOLIDAY RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
September 10, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter your best original holiday recipes that contain pecans. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to legal residents of Texas who belong to an electric co-op. If a winner is under 18, parents must sign the statement of eligibility and release of liability. |
PRIZES |
Grand Prize: $3,000.
4 Runner-up prizes: $500 each. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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2010 DISCOVER DUCK™ CHEF RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
September 10, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Submit a innovative, easy recipe that includes Maple Leaf Farms White Pekin Duck products. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open only to residents of the 50 United States and Washington, D.C., 18 years old or older, who are either a professional chef, sous chef or lead line cook in a restaurant or non-commercial foodservice establishment, or are a professional culinary student. |
PRIZES |
Grand prize for the winner is $5,000, Second place is $3,000 and Third place is $1,500. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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KIMBENSEN.COM SUMMER 2010 LIGHTEN UP™ RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
September 12, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter a recipe for a snack or appetizer that is nutritionally "light" according to calories and fat per serving. This is the third of 4 quarterly contests with separate prizes and a yearly grand prize. (Note: rules have not been fully updated with current contest dates.) |
PRIZES |
Each Quarter: 1st Place: $100 gift certificate to the kimbensen.com online store; honorable mention in Kim's eNews and 1 or more of our cookbooks; a feature on our Premium Site and 6 months free Premium Membership. 2nd Place: $50 gift certificate to kimbensen.com online store; honorable mention in Kim's eNews and 1 or more of our cookbooks; a feature on our Premium Site. 3rd Place: $25 gift certificate to kimbensen.com online store; honorable mention in Kim's eNews and 1 or more of our cookbooks; a feature on our Premium Site. 7 Honorable Mention recipes will be featured on kimbensen.com and archived as a member recipe on our Premium Site.
There will be 1 Grand Prize winner chosen from the 4 quarterly contest winners at the end of the year to receive a one year paid Premium Membership, and a free six-pack of Kim’s Light Bagels® every month for 12 months. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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SUNDAE SCOOP OFF CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
September 13, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter an original ice cream Sundae recipe you enjoy with your family. It should feature at least 1/2 cup of Breyers Ice Cream per serving, and no more than 10 ingredients total. |
PRIZES |
Grand Prize: A 4-day/3-night trip for 4 to Chicago, IL, with a private cooking lesson with Gale Gand. Includes air transportation to Chicago, IL, ground transportation to/from airport/hotel and cooking lesson, hotel accomodations, the opportunity to participate in a private cooking lesson with Gale Gand, a FREE year of Breyers All-Natural Ice Cream (awarded as 16 FREE product coupons) and $10,000 awarded as a check to winner (ARV $17,500). 9 First Prizes: Super Sundae Package to include Sponsor-specified decorative bowls, ice cream scoop, non-perishable toppings, $500 awarded as a check to winner and a FREE year of Breyers All-Natural Ice Cream (in the form of 16 FREE Product coupons) (ARV $575 each). |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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DWARF BREW 2010: RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
September 21, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Fantasy Brewmasters wants to produce authentic, real life, fantasy beers. They are on the hunt for the ultimate dwarven beer recipe, as described in a story found on the website. Register by the date above to participate, then send them 6 bottles of your brew between September 7 and September 21, 2010. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Must be a US resident (excluding PR), 21 years of age or older to participate. |
PRIZES |
Fantasy Brewmasters will work with the winning brewer to reproduce the recipe as closely as possible on a professional scale. If the resulting beer is brought to market and offered in a commercial setting, the winning brewer will receive a one-time royalty of $1000. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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BE HAPPY & HEALTHY® RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
September 30, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Create and make a recipe that contains at least one Happy & Healthy Product: Fruitfull®, Happy Indulgence®, Happy Indulgence® Decadent Dips™, Be Happy & Healthy® Snacks and/or Be Happy & Healthy® Breads. Submit with a minimum of 3 photos--ingredients, prep, and final dish. There are 5 categories. |
PRIZES |
Grand Prize: $1,000 in cash; Best Recipe Prizes (1/each remaining category): $500 in cash; 18 Monthly Prizes: A Happy & Healthy Apron or equivalent prize. |
DETAILS |
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TENDER CHOICE® PORK RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
September 30, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Beginning April 1, submit a recipe for a family supper dish including Tender Choice pork as
an ingredient and making at least 4 servings. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and
DC, except for residents of NY, FL and RI, 18
or older. |
PRIZES |
Winner will receive $1000. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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GOCHUJANG KOREAN BURGER RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
September 30, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Submit a burger recipe (ground protein patties on bread products) that includes Annie Chun’s Go Chu Jang Korean Sweet & Spicy Sauce. Additional condiments, toppings, sauces, spreads, and cheeses may be included. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and
DC, 18
or older. |
PRIZES |
Grand Prize: Trip for 2 to Seoul, South Korea; includes air transportation, hotel accommodations for 4 nights/5 days, and a one-day guided culinary tour through Seoul (ARV $5000). 5 First Prize winners will each receive 1 Annie Chun’s gift basket of products (ARV $40). |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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SEARS AT HOME CHEF CHALLENGE — PERIOD 2 of 2 |
DEADLINE |
October 1, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Upload to YouTube a 1 to 3 minute video with your brief biography, demonstration of preparing a favorite recipe, and description of why you should win. Don't forget to also fill out a registration form. This contest is judged on the video only. There is a second contest that has live judging. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to legal residents of the 48 contiguous United States and DC (excludes HI and AK), 18 or older. |
PRIZES |
One Grand Prize for each judging period includes: Winner's choice of 1 Kenmore Refrigerator, 1 Kenmore Range, 1 Kenmore Dishwasher and either 1 Kenmore Microwave or 1 Kenmore Hood with a combined ARV for the 4 items of up to $15,200; also a trip for Grand Prize Winner and 1 Guest to Chicago, IL to attend a Sears Semi-Finals Chef Challenge as a guest judge; and an invitation to become a featured blogger at sears.com (total ARV $18,600). |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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EVERYDAY COOKING WITH ANNIE'S NATURALS RECIPE VIDEO CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
October 31, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Submit a YouTube video of yourself preparing a recipe using any Annie's Naturals product. |
PRIZES |
The 100 videos with the most page views on YouTube will win their makers a Flip MinoTMvideo camera* with image of Annie’s Naturals logo and Goddess image on the camera (ARV $150). |
DETAILS |
Click here for contest information. |
RULES & REGS |
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CIA’S TOP TURKEY RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
November 1, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter an exciting, original recipe for your leftover Thanksgiving
turkey. Include written recipe, 300-word essay discussing your creation, three photos of your finished
product. To win the People's Choice award you must also submit a 3-5 minute DVD segment about your recipe. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to freshmen entering the CIA (Culinary Institute of America) in 2011. Must graduate high school by June 30, 2011 and enroll at the CIA no later than December 2011. |
PRIZES |
$10,000 scholarship for First Place, $7,500 scholarship for Second Place, $5,000 scholarship for Third Place, $3,000 scholarships for 3 Honorable Mentions, $5,000 People's Choice Award. |
DETAILS |
Click here for contest information. |
RULES & REGS |
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GRAPES FROM CALIFORNIA 2010 FOODSERVICE CHEF RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
November 1, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter a recipe that uses California grapes and is applicable for use in restaurants/foodservice. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to any foodservice chef in the U.S. and Canada, including educators, 18 years or older. |
PRIZES |
First prize:$1,500; Second prize: $1000; Third prize: $500. |
DETAILS |
Click here for contest information. |
RULES & REGS |
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TASTE OF HOME COOKBOOK RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
November 30, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Submit your favorite recipe in the category that fits it best: Slow Cooker or Casserole; Entrees; Soups, Salads and Sides; Appetizers and Snacks; 5 Ingredients; Desserts; and Cookies and Bars. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to legal residents of the United States and Canada (excluding Quebec) 18 years of age or older at the time of entry. |
PRIZES |
Grand Prize: $25,000. 7 (1/category) winners will each receive $500 plus a selection of Taste of Home cookbooks (ARV $150; total prize ARV $650). |
DETAILS |
Click here for contest information. |
RULES & REGS |
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IT'S ALL IN THE ONION CHALLENGE # 4: HOLIDAY RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
December 3, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Oso Sweet® Onions wants to have your creative recipes serving 6 persons, using their onions as a major ingredient. There will be 4 challenges. The theme of this one is "Holiday Recipe Contest," and it opens August 30. |
PRIZES |
Weekly winner: Oso Sweet® Gift Basket. Recipe category winners (1/challenge): $500. Grand Prize Winner (chosen from recipe category winners): $2500. |
DETAILS |
Click here for contest information. |
RULES & REGS |
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CUPCAKE 101 2009-2010 ORIGINAL CUPCAKE RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
December 4, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter your original recipe for cupcakes. Entries without recipes are eligible for a Third Prize. |
PRIZES |
Grand Prize: $100 Cooking.com gift card.
First Prize: $25 Cooking.com gift card.
Second Prize: $10 Cooking.com gift card.
10 Third Prizes (chosen randomly): $5 cash prize (paid by bank check). |
DETAILS |
Click here for contest information. |
RULES & REGS |
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VILLA ROMA FRESH & NATURAL SAUSAGE RECIPE CONTEST: EASY GAME DAY PARTY RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
December 30, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter your easy game day party recipe using only fresh & natural ingredients, including Villa Roma sausage. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to adults 18 years or older whose legal residence is within 60 miles of a retail store that carries Villa Roma Sausage products. |
PRIZES |
Grand Prize: 1 year supply of Villa Roma Fresh & Natural Sausages (1 package per week for 52 weeks); features on website and newsletter; and a Master Chef Villa Roma Apron. 3 Honorable Mention Prizes: Villa Roma Chef Apron . |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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BASS PECAN COMPANY RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
December 31, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter a recipe containing pecans as one ingredient. |
PRIZES |
One grand prize winner will receive a check for $1,000. Also, one recipe each week will be chosen to feature on the site, and entrant will receive a free one-pound bag of natural mammoth pecan halves. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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YOUR MOST TEMPTING PEANUT RECIPES FOODSERVICE RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
December 31, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Enter a recipe containing at least 1/3 cup peanuts and/or peanut butter as an ingredient. There are 4 categories: Appetizer/Snack; Main Dish; Salad/Side Dish; Dessert. |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to any foodservice trained chefs, educator or student 18 years or older. |
PRIZES |
One grand prize will be selected for a cash prize of $2,500. One first prize of $1,000 will be awarded in each of the 4 categories. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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BETTER RECIPES 2010 ANNUAL RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
December 31, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Any type of recipe may be submitted, but the recipe must be original, unpublished and may not have previously won any award or prize. |
PRIZES |
One grand prize winner will receive a check for $1,000 and 5 first prize winners will receive a check for $400. |
DETAILS |
Click here for contest information. |
RULES & REGS |
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EMERIL’S SMOKER BAG RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
December 31, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Purchase an Emeril’s Smoker Bag (Alder, Hickory, or Mesquite) and create your
own original recipe using the Smoker Bag either in the oven, in a skillet on the stovetop, on a
grill or on a campfire. (Residents of CA, FL, MD, NJ, ND and VT are not required to purchase
an Emeril’s Smoker Bag in order to enter this Contest.) |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to legal residents of the United States and Canada. |
PRIZES |
Grand Prize: Cruise Coupon for cruise leaving from Miami, FL - allowing the winner to choose the cruise and the dates to suit (ARV $1,500); Dinner in Emeril’s Miami Beach Restaurant for two which will be on the night before the cruise departs (ARV $200). If won by a minor, the Prize will be awarded in
the name of a parent or guardian. |
DETAILS |
Click here for contest information. |
RULES & REGS |
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2010 FUNDCRAFT PUBLISHING HOMETOWN RECIPE CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
December 31, 2010 |
DESCRIPTION |
Had a recipe included this year in a fundraising cookbook published through Fundcraft? The organization can submit up to 3 recipes from each of 7 categories from the cookbook (21 total). |
ELIGIBILITY |
Open to organizations or individuals publishing a fundraising cookbook with Fundcraft during 2010. |
PRIZES |
7 First Place Prizes (1/category): $500 awarded to sponsoring organization and $500 awarded to recipe contributor. 7 Second Place Prizes (1/category): $250 awarded to sponsoring organization, $250 awarded to recipe contributor. First and Second Place winning recipes will be photographed in full color and featured on the first and second page of the 2010 Hometown Recipe Collection Cookbook. The winners also receive a free copy of the cookbook (ARV $30), and an Award Plaque.
Runners-Up in each of seven recipe categories will receive a Certificate of Merit, and inclusion in the 2010 Hometown Recipe Collection Cookbook. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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MAD ABOUT MUSHROOMS 4th ANNUAL CONTEST |
DEADLINE |
January 14, 2011 |
DESCRIPTION |
Create and enter a recipe which features mushrooms. Any type of dish is eligible: appetizer, soup, salad/vegetable, main dish, miscellaneous (perhaps even a dessert!). |
PRIZES |
Grand prize: a locally made Port Orford Cedar plank and a copy of the Assistance League's Beautiful Bountiful Oregon. |
DETAILS |
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RULES & REGS |
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