Backyard Info
Who? Anyone who loves to fire up BBQ is welcome to compete in this friendly neighborhood cook-off. Just fill out the application and get ready! And, please, amateur cooks only–REMEMBER, if you have ever made money cooking you are considered a pro!
Where, How, and When? The Blast area will be on Vaughn drive between West St. and Mulberry St., and this area will be open for your use at 6:00 am, Friday, August 19th. You must bring your own BBQ rig. Spaces will be approximately 12′ x 12′ and teams will have more space between them than usual. Please bring a fire-retardant, approved canopy if you wish. We think charcoal and wood taste best! There will be a cook’s meeting with any special instructions late in the afternoon. At that time, you will be instructed on how and when to provide samples for judging. Prizes will be handed out during a break in the music Friday evening.
What? Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places in these categories: Ribs, Pork, Beef, Poultry, and Game/Other Meat (rabbit, goat, venison, etc.). Special prizes will also be awarded to the best Original Sauce, Best Original Spice Rub, and Best Team Awards. If you wish your sauce and/or rub to be judged, a container will be provided for you.
Why? What could be more fun than cooking up some delicious BBQ and listening to great blues music, meeting new people, and generally having a great town party on the Ohio River! We’ll see you there!
KCBS Contest will of course follow their rules and regulations.
