Applications Available for the 2016 Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off
South Carolina Department of Agriculture
Hugh E. Weathers, Commissioner
Media Contact: Stephanie Sox, 803-734-1767, ssox@scda.sc.gov
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 3, 2016
Applications Available for the 2016 Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Barbeque grill masters and backyard enthusiasts are invited to compete for the State Championship Title at the 2016 Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off and Festival, March 18-19, at the State Farmers Market in West Columbia.
The event is sanctioned by the Southern BBQ Network. The non-refundable entry fee is $150 and includes all categories. The categories and prizes include:
“Boston Butts” winning trophies and cash awards of $1,900
First place – $1,000
Second place – $600
Third place – $300
“Pork Ribs” winning trophies and cash awards of $1,900
First place – $1,000
Second place – $600
Third place – $300
Cookers competing in Butts & Ribs are eligible to be awarded as
Grand Champion $600
Reserve Champion $300
“People’s Choice” winning a trophy
Applications and entry fees are due March 4, 2016. For more information or to register as a cook team, visit agriculture.sc.gov or contact Elizabeth Shuler at eshuler@scda.sc.gov.
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Download the 2016 BBQ Cook-Off Vendor Application Packet
Download the 2016 Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off Applications Press Release