Get ready to grab your fork and bring your appetite, Abilene, it’s time for Big Brothers Big Sisters’ 8th Annual “Big Cheese” Mac & Cheese Cook-Off! This fan-favorite fundraiser is set for Thursday, October 16th, from 5 to 8 PM at the Abilene Convention Center, and it promises to be one of the tastiest events of the year.

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Meet Abilene’s “Master Chefs”

This isn’t your average dinner; it’s a full-blown mac and cheese showdown featuring 11 local celebrity “Master Chefs.” (Okay, maybe they’re not official chefs, but one bite and you’ll think they are!) These talented local vendors will showcase their cheesiest, creamiest, and most creative takes on everyone’s favorite comfort food.

This year’s competitors include 2Gingers Catering, Abilene Country Club, Chef Sheasby Catering, Food Theorie, H-E-B, Mezamiz Coffee House, Red Robin, Sharon’s Barbeque & Catering, Southern Delights by Michele, The LIFT, and Wylie High School’s Advanced Culinary Program.

Vote for Your Favorite Bowl of Gold

Guests will have the chance to vote for People’s Choice and Kid’s Choice awards, while a panel of judges selects the ultimate winner, “The Big Cheese.” Whether you’re a foodie, a family, or a fan of fun, this event is the perfect mix of flavor and philanthropy.

Every Bite Helps a Child

All proceeds stay right here in Abilene, supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters’ mission to ignite the power and promise of youth through one-to-one mentoring relationships.

So come hungry, bring your friends, and help make a difference, one cheesy bite at a time!

For more details, visit thebigcheeseabilene.com, or contact Mallory Wilcox at 325-676-3100.

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