Smoke on the River

Do you like to barbecue? Do you think your barbecue is the best? Come on down to Bridge Street in McCaysville, Georgia and put it to the test! The Tri-Cities Business Association is hosting the Copper Basin’s 1st annual Smoke on the River barbecue contest on September 24 and 25, 2010. Barbecue chefs will begin smoking their food on Friday, September 24 at 4 PM. The evening will progress with bluegrass music at 7 PM. The event starts to heat up on Saturday, September 25 at 3 PM as the judges begin their jobs of picking the best of 5 different categories. Awards will be given at 5 PM followed by music and dancing.

Awards will be given in these 5 food categories: Beef Brisket, Ribs, Pork Butt, Chicken, and desserts. Contest is open to backyard grillers only – no professionals.

Call (423) 496-9000 for more information on this event.