Chef Justin Kern controls the flames of a tequila chili sauce, while sous chef C.J. Donahue looks on. Chef Kern, executive chef, and Mr Donahue, both of Newtown, oversee the kitchen at Meeting House Pub in Bethel, and will compete in the September 18 Chefs Challenge in Shelton. The public event is a benefit for Optimus Foundation. (Crevier photo)
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