FORT WORTH, Texas – ZestFest officials have requested that all interested exhibitors apply to display their zesty products at the Sept. 7-9 event by Aug. 20 in order to secure a booth. Those who secure a booth at the event will be able to showcase and sell their goods to thousands of potential new customers in a fun, energetic atmosphere with opportunities for consumer interaction along the way. Last year, more than 70 qualified trade buyers from all over the country attended ZestFest in search of flavorful products. Small specialty gourmet shops attended as well as Tom Thumb and United Supermarkets.

In addition, potential competitors in the Fiery Food Challenge must send their entries by Aug. 10. The challenge is the most prestigious of its kind in the industry, with more than 80 categories ranging from salsa to apparel.
Within each of those categories, competitors vie for the Golden Chile award.
Culinary expert judges sample every food product in blind tastings, and winners are announced during Zest Fest.

DEADLINE FOR ENTRY: ZESTFEST VENDORS MUST APPLY BY AUG 20
To enter your product or apply for your booth, visit www.zestfest2007.com.

About ZestFest
Hosted by Chile Pepper magazine, ZestFest is the ultimate party for zesty food enthusiasts. This full-flavored event will feature cooking demos by local, regional and national celebrity chefs. ZestFest will also feature live music and hundreds of bold and zesty food samples throughout the three-day weekend.

Friday’s show will be open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will be reserved for trade buyers, who will find definitive offerings in bold, spicy and zesty food and apparel from more than 100 vendors. Saturday and Sunday will be open to the public. Hours on Saturday are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Attendance is $10.

About Chile Pepper Magazine
Chile Pepper has been the spicy food lover’s publication of choice for more than 20 years. Followers of the zesty lifestyle look to the magazine for fiery recipes, hot travel ideas and coverage of cool new products. Each issue features bold-flavored recipes and restaurant coverage that ranges from chili cook-offs and barbecue to international fine dining.
For more information, visit www.zestfest2007.com or www.chilepepper.com.