Summer 2011 Paleo Challenge Cook-off

The team based Paleo Challenge has provided some intense competition and some great times.  What better way to finish off the challenge than to battle head to head with our favorite recipes that got us through the past 6 weeks.

It was the hottest day of the year (All Time Record In New York City) here in Queens and the programmed workout of the day was the Hero WOD “Jerry”.  Our athletes aren’t the type to run and hide when the thermometer hits 100, instead they showed up in full force for the 1 mile run, 2000 meter row, 1 mile run workout. After all, what better way to prepare for a Paleo feast than to sweat is out for 20 minutes.

“Thanks Coach Ant and Coach Nick for each preparing a chili on the hottest day of the year!”

The food was setup and the dishes were introduced. The goal was try a little bit of everything, have an open mind, and don’t vote for your own dish.  The food quickly began to vanish as the hungry hunter-gathers picked and prodded at each dish.

“Brandy Eats Her Food Just Like The Cavemen Did.”

The Aftermath

After all was said and done each participant got a chance to vote on their favorite appetizer, entree and dessert.  The competition was close and only a few tallies separated several delicious dishes, however a winner had to be declared.

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The Winners

Best Appetizer / Side Dish

Terita of Team Will – Bacon Wrapped Dates
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Faith of Team Voigt – Fabulous Ceviche
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Best Entree

Todd of Team Brandy – Veal Meatballs
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Best Dessert

Rachel of Team Ant – Almond Coconut Righteousness

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