**[Chicago, IL September thru October 2024** – 

This fall A Special Place For Veteransis thrilled to announce the inaugural “Mac & Cheese cook-off competition, dedicated to supporting our nation's heroes, Slated to run over 6 exciting weekends in September through October 2024. 

This culinary showdown will have 5 rounds with 5 competitors each. The winner of each round will win a cash jackpot and a chance to compete against winners of the other rounds in the “Finally Cook-Off. is designed to celebrate a beloved comfort food while raising funds to support veteran families in need.

The “Mac & Cheese cook-off” will kick off every Saturday on September 21, 2024, and conclude with a grand finale-cook-off on October 19, 2024, This event invites amateur and professional chefs alike to showcase their best macaroni and cheese recipes in front of a panel of esteemed judges and a community of enthusiastic tasters.