The Best Stuffed Peppers In Western New York

What do you think of when you hear the phrase "stuffed peppers?" In Western New York, you really have to read the description of what you're getting before you order because it could be one of two common types. One is made with bell peppers and then stuffed with a mixture of tomato sauce, beef, and rice. That one is often served as a main dish. The other is normally made with a cubanelle or banana pepper and then stuffed with a cheese/cream cheese/sausage mixture. That kind is normally served more as an appetizer.

This weekend, we're getting ready to celebrate the best of the best when it comes to stuffed peppers in Western New York at Pepper-Palooza.

What is Pepper-Palooza?

This is the first year of Pepper Palooza. It's a full-on event being held a the Wings Flights Of Hope Meeting Place on California Road in Orchard Park.

Date: Sunday, October 19th (Bills bye week)
Time: 1–4 PM
Entertainment: Live music, artisan vendors, and 4 fully stocked bars

There will be 30 vendors competing to be the best of the best in two different categories. There will be a traditional category and a "freestyle" category that can include just about anything as long as it incorporates stuffed peppers in one way or another. They could make soups, burgers, dips, or just about any creative concoction they can dream up.

You get to be part of the action

They're looking for you to come out and taste them all. They will be awarding a People's Choice Award to a dish in each category based on your tasting tickets. There will also be a judge's award for the best of each category.

There are still General Admission tickets available if you'd like to go. You can order them online or get them at the door. Your 25-dollar ticket will include 7 tasting tickets.