The St Ann Men's Club Taco Cookoff will take place Saturday May 9th, 2026 from 4:00 - 8:00 PM. Team setup will begin at 10:00 AM.
TEAM RULES:
• 4 - 6 team mebers (No cost for Team Member Entry) • Categories: Taco / Lagniappe / Mystery Box • Each entry scored by judges on taste, orginality/creativity, & presentation for combined score. • TACO - All teams must prepare a taco entry. Any type of taco (classic or creative). Same taco served to crowd and judges. Suggested serving: 200 street size tacos. • LAGNIAPPE - Optional entry. Your spin on a New Orleans favorite. Same lagniappe served to crowd and judges. Suggested serving size 200 small samples (eaten in a couple bites). • MYSTERY BOX – All teams receive an identical box containing a “protein” and several other ingredients. Teams receive box 1 hr prior to judging to prepare a dish that at least includes all items in the box. Additional ingredients are allowed. Once received, team may not leave grounds to obtain ingredients or cooking equipment. Bring what you need in advance. This entry only served to judges.