Cooking Contest Central recently announced that it’s under new ownership. To celebrate, we are launching a members exclusive recipe contest!

Please not that CookingContestCentral is currently undergoing significant maintenance and modernization. Entries are best submitted via desktop. Mobile capabilities are coming soon!

Contest Theme: Cozy Comfort Foods

Cozy comfort foods are the dishes that warm both body and soul. This theme invites recipes that are hearty, familiar, and deeply satisfying—foods that evoke nostalgia, home cooking, and a sense of ease. Think comforting classics, rich textures, and flavors that feel like a warm hug, reimagined or perfected for today’s table.

Submission Deadline: Friday, February 20, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST.

Prizes: A total of three (3) prizes will be award.

1st prize: $300
2nd prize: $150
3rd prize: $50

Eligibility:  Only current members of Cooking Contest Central in the United States and Canada may enter this exclusive contest. To sign up, head to our Become a Member page.

Judging: See official rules.

How to Enter:
1. Entrants must “Like” the official Cooking Contest Central Facebook and Instagram pages.
2. Entrants must fill out the contest entry form with all required fields which includes entrant’s information and a complete, original recipe with a photo of the dish. There is no limit on the number of recipes you can enter.

Questions? Email info@cookingcontest.com

All Entries become the property of the Sponsors and will not be returned. By submitting an Entry, entrant hereby grants permission for the Entry to be posted on CookingContestCentral.com or other websites.