Thursday, July 6, 2017

Chattanooga BBQ Contest at Bass Pro Shops

The Chattanooga chapter of the American Culinary Federation is hosting a BBQ Competition.

When:  Saturday, August 5th   12-6 PM 
Where:  Bass Pro Shop in East Ridge TN
Prize:  $500 grand prize, $250 for first place in each category

Photo credit:  From ACF-Chat Facebook page about the contest
This is a bit different than the usual KCBS contest that we normally do.  
  • The entries are chicken, ribs, and pulled pork.  No brisket is required.
  • The judges will be local professional chefs (instead of BBQ judges).
  • It is a single day event with teams setting up at 6am and turn in times at 3:30 to 4:30pm.
  • Entry fees are $75 per category or $200 for the whole event.
So it's a bit smaller prize but it's also a smaller contest so you have better chances to win.  This is the type of contest that's especially well suited for newer teams or people that don't want to do a full blown,  2 day sanctioned BBQ contest. We'd consider going except we'll be in Florida on a scalloping expedition that week.

More information, rules, and contest entry form can be found at the ACF-Chattanooga's Facebook page.