Western Festival Free Community BBQ.

Hey there guys and gals😉
I have moved to St. Louis
I had a wonderful time meeting all of you Thank You for participating in this awesome event. Maybe I'll talk with all of you soon

Good afternoon my barbecue Enthusiast and my winners of the previous five years thank you so much for allowing me to be of service to you I have important information that I will post really soon in regards to whom will be taking my place I apologize again for not getting back to all of those who have contacted me as I have been really busy please understand that this takes time I know you guys are excited and I'm excited for you again I will have additional information for you later this week thank you

Hey there BBQ family it's going to be that time again...
May 2018 get your applications in now. Email me for more info.

Here are some pixs for ya

Thank you to all that came out had have fun... Here is a sample of some fun

Come on out

* So you think you can BBQ application*
** COMMUNITY BBQ CONTEST**

Name of Team:

Team Caption Name:

How many members:

How Many children:

Names of Team members:

Contact Person email & phone number:

Please fill out and send to:
[email protected]
Call 209-888-7404

Community BBQ Cook-off Rules

Entry Forms are available by emailing [email protected] is no entry fee.
One applicant per team must be 18 years or older.
Check –in & set up time is 7am. Spaces will be on first- come, first-serve basis. Set up must be completed by 8:30 am sharp. All vehicles must be out of cooking area by that time.
Up to two vehicles per team are allowed in contest area for set up only. Once set-up is complete vehicles must exit BBQ area.
The Elk Grove Western Festival is not responsible for theft, damage of personal property or injury to any contestant, family members or guests.
Judges will be chosen by the committee.
*Decisions of the Committee & Judges are final.*
Fire extinguishers must be provided by the contestants.
Each team is solely responsible for cleaning up of their designated area. Upon leaving the event, BBQ area will be inspected by staff members. Break down of your area is immediately after award ceremony on Sunday May 7, 2017.
The Chief cook is responsible for keeping his or her team members behavior in accordance with a family environment. Any unacceptable behavior is grounds for disqualification. You must adhere to park rules at all times.
All traffic areas in the contest area must be kept clear at all times.
Teams must provide all their own supplies. The EGWF will provide a 20x15 space, water-outlets and the containers for judging. Bring a hose as you will be close to the water outlet. * All Generators Must Be Quiet Operating.*
Teams must provide their own (3) cleaning bucket system for cleaning. (1) Water & soap for washing (2) clean water for rinse (3) water with cap full of bleach for sanitation.
All cook-off teams with children will receive carnival wristbands.
All meat must be packaged, raw and uncooked at check-in. Prior preparation is not permitted. They will be inspected upon set-up.
*THERE IS NO SELLING, GIVING AWAY OR TO-GO PLATES TO THE PUBLIC.
BBQ FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS IS ACCEPTABLE*
* NO SMOKING WHILE HANDLING OR COOKING FOOD*
All Photos taken will be used for publication.
Service animals are allowed, personal pets are not allowed in cooking areas.
Only charcoal, wood pellets & wood are allowed.
*Propane is NOT allowed to start your fire to cook your meat.*
Your entry container must contain 20 samples of your meat you are competing with. It may have kale, any type of green leafy garnish for presentation to the judges.
NO SALADS, SIDE DISHES, BREAD, ROLLS ETC. NO NAPKINS OR UNTENSILS ARE ALLOWED TO BE TURNED IN THE BOX WITH YOUR ENTRIES

YOU PROVIDE
Tri-Tip & Pork Baby-Back Ribs
You may have all spices pre-mixed in sealed containers

*Your meat will be judged by the Texture, Visual Appeal, Color, Taste, and Aroma*

* Good Luck *
This event will be held in Elk Grove Park.
9950 Elk-Grove Florin Rd in Elk Grove Ca 95758
Sunday May 7, 2017

IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN 😄

May 7th 2017. The first Sunday Community BBQ event at the Elk Grove Regional Park. I challenge everyone that comes on this website if you are a part of my BBQ entries, that you bring someone who you think you would like to beat in this competition this year give me an email at ralinag@livecom or you can contact me 209-888-7404 let's get this barbecue started....
Free parking passes, free wristbands for the kids to get into the carnival and a lot of good laughs and fun..
Oh and by the way there is money to be won and trophies to be given out.

Ok it's that time again to bust out and dust off that bbq pit and come on out and show us your skills..