A feast of fire that pits the culinary skills of department against department, the annual Saatchi LA Chili Cook-Off has been one of the most eagerly-anticipated agency events.

For most, the day served as a reminder of just how badly we need a hammock room in this building (food coma, anyone?). Jokes aside, it was all about good food and good company. Life doesn’t get any better than that! Big thanks to those who slaved away in the kitchen and for those very special few who spent countless hours getting their hair gelled just right. You know who you are.

Who will take home the title next year? How many more foreign ingredients with no business being in chili can we stuff into a bowl of molten hot stew? Will Strategic Planning come out of retirement to reclaim their past glory? So much to look forward to. I can hardly wait until next year; my stomach is already growling.

— Peter, Strategic Planning