Chef Jack’s Memorial Chilibowl Invitational 2026

A collage featuring the "Chef Jack's Memorial Chili Bowl Invitational" logo, which reads "Stronger Than Cancer." On the left, there’s a bowl of chili topped with green onions and a fried item. In the center, several bowls of chili with garnishes, including egg and seaweed, are displayed. On the right, two large pots of chili are being prepared, with a focus on the cooking process.

Event Details

The Chili Bowl is back for its fifth year! Join us in honoring Chef Jack Riebel’s legacy.

Enjoy chili creations from local chefs and Saint Paul College culinary students.

Cast your vote for the Best Chili.

Support scholarships that help future culinary professionals succeed.

Celebrate the community Chef Jack inspired.

Sunday, November 8, 2026
Time: 3pm – 6pm
Location: Saint Paul College – 235 Marshall Ave, St. Paul MN 55102

Free parking available on campus during event

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Chilibowl Roster

Pink Ivy Kitchen & Bar logo displayed on a white card centered over a dark textured background with scattered coarse salt, rosemary sprigs, peppercorns, and red chili peppers. The logo features a pale pink decorative letter "P" inside a floral border. Below the logo, the text reads "KOU CHA" and "PINK IVY."
White chef's hat illustration centered on a white card against a dark food-themed background decorated with coarse salt, rosemary sprigs, peppercorns, and red chili peppers. The name "THOMAS BOEMER" appears below the chef's hat.
Circular food photo showing sandwiches, potato chips, pickles, beverages, and soup, overlaid with a red and white Performance Foodservice logo. The image is centered on a white card against a dark background with scattered salt, rosemary, peppercorns, and red chili peppers. Text below reads "RICHARD FISHER" and "PERFORMANCE FOODSERVICE."
White card featuring the logos for Tilia and St. Genevieve centered on a dark slate background decorated with scattered coarse salt, rosemary sprigs, peppercorns, and red chili peppers. Below the logos, the text reads “STEVEN BROWN” and “TILIA / ST. GENEVIEVE.”
White card displaying the Dahlia logo, featuring stylized black lettering on a bright yellow square. The card is set against a dark textured background with scattered coarse salt, rosemary sprigs, peppercorns, and red chili peppers. Text below the logo reads “NATE MOSER” and “DAHLIA.”
White card featuring the black-and-white Mr. Paul’s Supper Club logo with decorative vine artwork and the words “Dining and Cocktails.” The card is centered on a dark slate background accented with coarse salt, rosemary sprigs, peppercorns, and red chili peppers. Text below the logo reads “TOMMY BEGNAUD” and “MR. PAUL’S SUPPER CLUB.”

About Chef Jack Riebel

This event honors the legacy of Chef Jack Riebel, a vanguard of the Twin Cities culinary community. Riebel, a James Beard Award nominee, was known for his passion, mentorship, and dedication to the culinary arts. He was a driving force behind the reopening of The Lexington in St. Paul. He held positions at notable restaurants, including Butcher & the Boar, the Dakota Jazz Club, and La Belle Vie.  

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About Saint Paul College

Saint Paul College is a comprehensive community and technical college committed to educating and empowering students to lead purposeful lives and discover rewarding careers. Grounded in principles of equity and inclusion, the College fosters an environment that advances racial equity, enriches the community, and inspires students to reach their full potential.  

Located in Minnesota’s capital city of Saint Paul, the College is part of the Minnesota State system, which includes 30 colleges and seven universities across the state. Saint Paul College offers a wide range of academic opportunities with 54 associate degree programs and 74 career certificate and diploma programs. Founded in 1910, it holds the distinction of being the oldest college in the Minnesota State system and is proud to serve one of the most diverse student bodies in Minnesota, with 65% of students identifying as students of color.  

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Students hold event cards and write on them while participating in an activity during a busy campus gathering
Student in a culinary uniform and blue gloves serves chili from a warming tray into a cup at a campus event table decorated with colorful Mardi Gras-themed decorations.
A blue-and-white animal mascot wearing a black Chili Bowl International cap poses indoors at a campus event with attendees in the background.