Hoboken’s finest establishments will be competing to see who claims the title of “Best Chicken Wings in Hoboken.” The winner will be crowned at the First Annual “A Wing and a Prayer” cook off, to be held on Saturday, January 26, at the Elks Club. The event starts at 6:00 p.m.

The lineup of culinary contestants features Carpe Diem, City Bistro, Hoboken Bar & Grill, Hotel Victor, Liberty Lounge & Grill, Marty O’Brien’s, Maxwells, Mikie Squared, 1 Republik, Texas Arizona, Wicked Wolf and Zack’s Oak Bar & Restaurant.

Sponsors include Munchies and Hoboken Elk’s Club.

Headlining the event’s entertainment will be the award-winning band, Cecilia Celeste, one of the Tri-State’s top up-and-coming acts.

Tickets to "A Wing and a Prayer" are $40 and include all-you-can-eat wings, sides, desserts, beer and wine – and the ability to cast your vote for Hoboken’s “Best Chicken Wings!” A silent auction and 50-50 raffle will also be held. 
St. Francis Helpers, a philanthropic and outreach organization associated with St. Francis Church (308 Jefferson St., Hoboken), is hosting the event. All proceeds will be directed toward support of local families and individuals impacted by Hurricane Sandy.

January 26 is the perfect Saturday for this event. It is the weekend before the Super Bowl and an otherwise quiet weekend for events. Attendance will be limited to just 300 tickets and is sure to sell out.

To purchase tickets, or for more information, contact St. Francis Helpers at 201.659.1772.