by Kristina Gabalski
Ever dreamed about what it would be like to be able to judge a BBQ contest?
The Brockport Rotary BBQ and Music Fest this year is offering a certified Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS) judging class which will allow those who successfully complete it to apply to be a judge at numerous contests throughout the country.
The class will be held Friday, July 6 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the judges’ tent near the ski lodge at Northampton Park on Hubble Road and will be led by Ken Dakai.
The class is also helpful to contestants because it gives them a better understanding of what to do in order to place well, organizers say.
The cost of the class is $80 for non-KCBS members (includes one year of KCBS membership and the Bullsheet newsletter), $40 for KCBS members.
To register, visit www.brockportbbqfest.com or contact Rob Blair at 585-472-5093/brockportbbqfest@gmail.com.
The BBQ and Music Fest also offers several opportunities to demonstrate your cooking skills.
You can register for three national and state contests sanctioned by the New England Barbeque Society, the Kansas City Barbeque Society and the New York State Barbeque Championship.
The Kansas City BBQ Society Cook-Offs are those that are typically seen on television shows, such as Pitmasters.
Backyard chefs can compete for local bragging rights in the Kids ’Q, the Backyard Rib Cook-Off and the Chili Cook-Off which will be held Saturday, July 7. Cooks of all skill levels are encouraged and teams are welcome.
Organizers add that while you grill and BBQ up your best efforts, you’ll be able to enjoy live music performed by Moose River, Shaded Passion and Bonnie and Collide.
The Kids ’Q is open to ages 6-16 and includes cooking burgers and desserts on the grill. Entries will be submitted to a blind judging panel. Teams of up to three kids are allowed.
To register go to www.brockportbbqfest.com.
