Apply today to be a chef/restaurant in the Chowder Tasting Contest.

Cash Prizes available in 2026.
1st Place - $750
2nd Place - $500
3rd Place - $250

Click Here to Learn More & Apply

Chowder Tasting

Saturday, March 7th
11:00am - 4:30pm

Sunday, March 8th
11:00am - 4:30pm

Tickets on sale February 2026

Penn Cove Musselfest Chowder Tasting: Try our world-famous mussels in a cooking competition like no other!

On Saturday, March 7th or Sunday, March 8th, sample top-secret mussel chowder recipes from several Coupeville restaurants. Make sure to vote for your favorite dish – you can find a ballot box at any chowder-tasting station. Your vote matters! The winning chefs receive a coveted award and bragging rights for a year.

Ticket Price: $50

Your ticket includes:

  • 2oz tasting cups of world-famous Penn Cove mussel chowder prepared by Coupeville restaurants

  • Chowder tasting journal

  • Souvenir chowder cup

  • Ballot for best chowder

  • Penn Cove Musselfest Sticker

Whether you're a seafood lover or just looking for a fun weekend activity, join us in Coupeville to celebrate the bold, briny & blue flavors of Penn Cove Mussels!