The annual Southwest Farm and Home Expo is right around the corner, on April 13th and 14th, at the Elk City Civic Center. Randy Smith is calling for all BBQ experts to enter the cookoff . Friday, April 12th, at 6 p.m., is the cook’s meeting, in which all forms and entry fees are due. The meat inspection will also happen at this meeting.
The check-in and set up starts Sat., April 13th, at 7:30 a.m., through Sun., April 14th, at 8 a.m. Judging will begin Sunday at noon, while the awards will be announced by 4 p.m. that day. The turn in times on Sunday, include chicken at noon; Pork Ribs turn in at 1 p.m., Beef Brisket will take place at 2 p.m., and Rib Eye Steaks will start at 3 p.m.
The prizes for the cook-off are 100 percent payback from the revenue taken in for paid entry fees for first place each. Each category will receive first, second, and 3rd places. All entries cost $25 each category.
For more information contact Randy Smith at 580-821-0802, text or call. The pellet, propane, and gas grills are allowed at the contest. There will be electric hook-ups available also.
