Selection of the five judges is at the sole discretion of the Garlic Festival Cook-Off Committee. The basis for judging will be ease of preparation, flavor, texture, creativity, appearance and use of garlic. The decision of the judging panel is final and binding. On stage participation during the cook-off is limited to the contestants and volunteer helpers provided by the Gilroy Garlic Festival. Prizes at the Great Gilroy Garlic Festival Recipe Contest are offered only to those finalists who participate in the Cook-Off on July 28, 2001.
All taxes are the sole responsibility of the winners.
Finalists are expected to make their own travel arrangements to Gilroy, California. If appropriate, air travel will be reimbursed at coach class fare and rental car at mid-size or smaller rate for maximum of two days. Any other arrangements will be at the discretion of the Garlic Festival. Inc. P.O. Box 2311 . 7473 Monterey Street .