The Annual Cevapi Contest: Bringing the Community Back for the Most Anticipated Event
Plates stack up fast when the clock is running and cevapi is on the table.
Mrakovic Fine Foods is bringing its Annual Cevapi Contest back to its Etobicoke store on September 12, 2026. Participants will race to eat the most cevapi before time runs out, putting their speed and appetite to the test in front of a crowd.
The event will celebrate the Bosnian and Balkan food traditions behind Mrakovic’s menu. Everyone is welcome to come watch, cheer, or sign up to compete.
What to Expect at Mrakovic's Annual Chevapi Contest in Etobicoke
Here’s what to expect on the day, from checking in at the Etobicoke store to watching the final plate count decide the winner.
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Event Details:
- Date: September 12, 2026
- Location: 44 Wellesworth Drive, Etobicoke
- Registration: Free
- How to Register: Contact form on the Mrakovic website
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Prizes:
- First Place: $250 Mrakovic Fine Foods gift card
- Second Place: $150 prize
- Third Place: $100 prize
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More than a contest
Beyond the cevapi eating contest, the event will feature BBQ, live music, raffle prizes, popcorn, and face painting. Mrakovic will also have family activities for visitors who are not competing. GTA residents looking for food events in the area can register ahead of the event.
Why Cevapi is a Bosnian Food Favourite
Cevapi is a Bosnian specialty made from minced meat, usually a mix of beef and lamb, shaped into small grilled sausages without casing. Cooks season the meat, then grill it over an open flame until the outside chars and the inside stays juicy.
In Bosnian food culture, cevapi is commonly served at family meals, gatherings, and local grills. It is a popular part of Balkan cuisine, alongside dishes like burek and pita. Cooks usually serve in somun, a soft flatbread, with chopped onions and kajmak on the side.
A Taste of Balkan Cuisine at Mrakovic
Mrakovic Fine Foods carries Cevapi as part of its wider Balkan food range. Its locations operate as an Eastern European grocery, restaurant, bakery, and Balkan deli, carrying frozen food, dairy products, and cuts from its own butcher shop.
Other Bosnian specialties include lepinja, a soft flatbread served with Cevapi; burek, a layered Balkan pastry and ajvar, a roasted red pepper spread with a tangy flavour.
Visit Mrakovic Fine Foods in Etobicoke & Oakville
Mrakovic Fine Foods sells Balkan food at both its store locations in Etobicoke and Oakville, with cevapi among the most requested items. Beyond its two GTA, Ontario locations, Mrakovic Fine Foods frozen Cevapi is available across Canada through major grocery retailers, including Walmart, Costco, Loblaws, Metro, and more. To buy frozen cevapi, you can visit one of the retailers that carries the product. To learn more about the availability of Mrakovic Frozen Cevapi, visit mrakovic.com.
FAQs
What is the Mrakovic Annual Chevapi Contest?
The Mrakovic Annual Chevapi Contest is an eating competition where participants eat Cevapi within a set time for a chance to win prizes from Mrakovic Fine Foods.
When is the Mrakovic Cevapi Contest in Etobicoke?
The Mrakovic Cevapi Contest will take place on September 12, 2026.
Where will the Mrakovic Cevapi Contest be held?
Mrakovic will hold the contest at its Etobicoke store, located at 44 Wellesworth Drive.
How Can Participants Register for the Mrakovic Chevapi Contest?
Participants can register through the contact form available on the Mrakovic website. Registration is free, and the team will send contest details to confirmed participants.
Is Mrakovic Fine Foods Frozen Ćevapi Available Outside Etobicoke and Oakville?
Yes. Mrakovic Fine Foods Frozen cevapi is available at major Canadian retailers, including Walmart and Costco, in addition to the brand’s Etobicoke and Oakville locations.