Derek Uhlemann and Nathalea Ulysse from Covert Farms worked every which way but loose making their gourmet chili dog at Thursday’s Uncork the Sun at Oliver Community Park. Uhlemann won the “top dog” competition. Photo by Lyonel Doherty
Derek Uhlemann from Covert Farms makes a mean chili dog.
That’s why he won the “top dog” contest at Thursday’s Uncork the Sun in Oliver Community Park.
Uhlemann upset last year’s winner Jeff Van Geest from Miradoro Restaurant. Van Geest had to pull out of the competition at the last minute, but was replaced by his protege Amanda Gagne, who made a spicy dog with chicken pate and hot green peppers.
For wine lovers Meranda Elliott and Leah Weins, the event was heavenly. They have attended Uncork the Sun every year since it started in 2000.
Amanda Gagne from Miradoro Restaurant offers her “hot” dog at Uncork the Sun. Photo by Lyonel Doherty
Meranda Elliott (left) and Leah Weins have been attending Uncork the Sun since it began five years ago. Photo by Lyonel Doherty
