Kim Sainato, Customer Service Manager

On March 12, 2025, Mini-Circuits MO hosted our highly anticipated annual Chili Cookoff and Dessert Challenge! The competition was fierce as Patrice Braack returned to defend her 2024 title and golden ladle for her award-winning chili, while Kristy Maschke aimed to keep her golden whisk for her decadent chocolate peanut butter lasagna. For the past year, these coveted trophies have been proudly displayed in their offices—symbols of culinary excellence!

Mini-Circuits members lining up to sample the chilis and decide the winner!

The chili cook off winners!

This year, the event saw an impressive six chili entries and five dessert entries, each bringing bold flavors and creative flair. Our team had a fantastic time tasting every delicious dish and casting their votes.

We are thrilled to announce the 2025 winners:
🏆 Logan Young wowed the crowd with his “Magic Chili”, earning him the golden ladle.
🏆 Tammy Lethcho delighted everyone with her “Happy Birthday Patrice Jello Birthday Cake”, securing the golden whisk.

Now, Logan and Tammy will proudly display their hard-earned trophies in their offices for the next year!

Congratulations to Logan and Tammy, and a huge thank you to all participants for making this year’s competition a flavorful and fun-filled success!

The chili cook off sign and the dessert table.