It's getting chili.

When I went to Rutgers, the on-campus Wendy's used to print out receipts that boldly proclaimed, "Wendy's chili is the staff of life." And I have to agree. But I'm going to extend that to any chili. Even Hormel vegetarian chili with beans.

If you feel the same way about chili, check out this amazingly brilliant and indispensable (I don't think I'm overstating) site from the International Chili Society. It lists every chili cook-off in the country, so you won't miss out on the best meats and peppers in your home state. Of course, if you're a fellow fan of the Hormel veggie with beans, keep in mind that pasta and beans are strictly verboten for competitors. You can't have it all.