Everyone can relax. The Beach Haven Chowder Cook-Off has not been affected by the nor’easter, and the forecast for Oct. 3 and 4 looks decent, with temps in the 60s and a chance of showers during the day on Sunday. (A little dampness never deterred true chowder lovers.)

The Long Beach Island region’s leading culinary festival brings chowder enthusiasts to the Queen City for a day of taste testing, entertainment and community fun.