Winery heats up fundraising for firefighters

Galen Glen Winery's third annual Chili Cook Off is scheduled from noon to 3 p.m. Jan. 23. The winery is located at 255 Winter Mountain Drive in Andreas.

"We have seven chefs participating and also received applications from chefs who are on a waiting list, should one of our current chefs cancel," said Kathy Matson, tasting room manager.

Matson said this year's competition is even more meaningful as it's their first fundraising effort for The West Penn Fire Company.

"What's a better pairing than firefighters and chili?" she asked.

Guests will pay a $1 chili-tasting fee that entitles them to taste all seven entries. Guests over 21 will receive a taste of the winery's Cellar Red or Chambourcin wine. Tasters will vote for their favorite. Votes will be counted and a winner announced by 4 p.m.

Competing will be three professional chefs, three home chefs and one firehouse chef, coming from New Ringgold, Lehighton, Palmerton, Sinking Spring, Jim Thorpe, Wilkes-Barre and Saucon Valley.

Snow date is Jan. 30. For more information visit www.galenglen.com.