Join Us for the Texas Chemistry Alliance 2026 TCA South Texas Chili Mixer – January 15, 2026 – Corpus Christi, TX

Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026

Location: The BUS on Chaparral Street
702 N. Chaparral Street, Corpus Christi, TX

Event Schedule

• Mixer: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• Judging: 6:00 PM

Cook, Compete, or Come Eat

Whether you are ready to show off your chili skills or simply want to enjoy the flavors, all are welcome. Only 25 team spots are available.

Teams may cook on-site starting at Noon or bring chili already prepared.
Please prepare enough chili for 350 sample servings.

Competition Categories & Awards

• Best Chili – Judges’ Choice (1st, 2nd, 3rd Place)
• Best Side – Judges’ Choice (1st Place)
• Best Dessert – Judges’ Choice (1st Place)
• Best Chili – People’s Choice Award

Sponsorship Opportunities

• Presenting Sponsor – $1,500
• Platinum Sponsor – $1,000
• Gold Sponsor – $750
• Silver Sponsor – $500
• Apron Sponsor – $250
• Door Prize Sponsor – $100

Thursday, January 15, 2026
The BUS (Bar Under the Sun)
702 N. Chaparral St.

Meet Your Celebrity Judges!
Lisa Cobb, Lyondell Basell
David Hernandez, Formosa Plastics Corporation
Rodney Dillon, Flint Hills Resources
Dennis Havel, Valero Refining
Phil Young, Tesla
Fernando Torres, Chemours
Jeremy Scott, CPS Energy
Richad Mauch, Citgo Petroleum
Blake Ballard, Steel Dynamics

Mixer from 4:00-7:00
Judging at 6:00