Contest Announcment Roc City Rib Fest, May 29 – 30, 2010

[goodsmokebbq]

lol... these are the kinds of questions I was referring to earlier.

I think that competitors should ask the organizer those specific types of questions, although I would also say to use common sense.
It really comes down to... If you aren't sure, ASK!!
The organizer can then figure it out, relay to the rep what he/she has approved and/or denied.
Communication here is key, along with a clear cook's packet.

NEBS doesn't want to micro-manage someone's event for them.
Allow the the organizer to do what they want... it is their contest.
NEBS just wants everything clearly spelled out for the teams LONG BEFORE they get to the event.

helpful?

Thanks Michelle! I will have a cooks packet out soon with ALL the details. I also am from the school of cooking everything on site so expect that with dessert.

 

[goodsmokebbq]

We wondered the same thing... contacted Brian and we are good to go!

Glad to have ya!

 

[HoDeDo]

Thanks Michelle! I will have a cooks packet out soon with ALL the details. I also am from the school of cooking everything on site so expect that with dessert.

So then the answer to Sean's question is... if you are making a cheesecake, and you dont use a storebought crust...you can't make the crust at home... it has to be cooked onsite?

I think he was just trying to determine... if the cheesecake itself had to be cooked and assembled onsite... or if all components of the dessert had to be done onsite.

I'm sure the cooks packet will explain all Can't wait!!!

 

[goodsmokebbq]

So then the answer to Sean's question is... if you are making a cheesecake, and you dont use a storebought crust...you can't make the crust at home... it has to be cooked onsite?

I think he was just trying to determine... if the cheesecake itself had to be cooked and assembled onsite... or if all components of the dessert had to be done onsite.

I'm sure the cooks packet will explain all Can't wait!!!

Lid of pandora's box opening... I would think that a crust can be made prior to the event, with the cake assembled and cooked onsite. Understand that there are endless perturbations in this category. It would be impossible to address every possible situation. Keep the questions coming and will try to answer.

 

[Muzzlebrake]

Lid of pandora's box opening... I would think that a crust can be made prior to the event, with the cake assembled and cooked onsite. Understand that there are endless perturbations in this category. It would be impossible to address every possible situation. Keep the questions coming and will try to answer.

Brian, I don't think its pandora's box opening and I certainly am not trying to kick a hornet's nest or anything.

I don't see how integral part of a dish other than the sauce of garnish, can be made beforehand under the current NEBS rules which specify in rule 6 that; " Contest entries must be raw and unseasoned at the time of inspection..............Only AFTER inspection can entries begin to be, flavored, marinated and/or cooked."
I'm just using crust as an example, Michelle used pudding, I mean it could be anything, ice cream, marshmellow's shortcakes, whatevever.
I think you as long as state the requirements clearly in the cook's package it will be cool. Either we have to cook it all there or we can use precooked ingredients.....clear as mud..lol

 

[ique]

Brian, I don't think its pandora's box opening and I certainly am not trying to kick a hornet's nest or anything.

I don't see how integral part of a dish other than the sauce of garnish, can be made beforehand under the current NEBS rules which specify in rule 6 that; " Contest entries must be raw and unseasoned at the time of inspection..............Only AFTER inspection can entries begin to be, flavored, marinated and/or cooked."
I'm just using crust as an example, Michelle used pudding, I mean it could be anything, ice cream, marshmellow's shortcakes, whatevever.
I think you as long as state the requirements clearly in the cook's package it will be cool. Either we have to cook it all there or we can use precooked ingredients.....clear as mud..lol

The NEBS rules are guidelines that a contest organizer may choose to use. Likewise, a contest organizer can establish their own rules for a category and ask the NEBS board to sanction it. I think as long as the rules are 1) clear 2) established well in advance and included in the cooks packet, the Board will likely sanction.

I can tell you the grilling rules really don't take into account categories like Dessert. My .02 is things will be clearer if rules are written explicitly for the RCRF dessert category and not try to figure out how to fit the dessert category into the standard NEBS rules.

 

[Muzzlebrake]

The NEBS rules are guidelines that a contest organizer may choose to use. Likewise, a contest organizer can establish their own rules for a category and ask the NEBS board to sanction it. I think as long as the rules are 1) clear 2) established well in advance and included in the cooks packet, the Board will likely sanction.

Chris,

thanks I get it, both the NEBS rules and the cooks packet work together to clearly define the rules, hopefully available about six-eight weeks prior to the contest.

I can tell you the grilling rules really don't take into account categories like Dessert. My .02 is things will be clearer if rules are written explicitly for the RCRF dessert category and not try to figure out how to fit the dessert category into the standard NEBS rules

that makes a lot of sense...

who do you like today?

 

[HoDeDo]

Sorry not trying to open any pandoras boxes. I just noticed that Sean's question was still there, so I just threw a spitball at the wall to see if it stuck.

That is why I made the distinction about " if you didnt use a store bought crust"... If I turn in a cheesecake... I am using a Keebler Shortbread crust. LOL

For the record, I have no worries at all about any of the rules, or the contest packet.

 

[goodsmokebbq]

Brian, I can't get your site to load, are you updating or something, or is it me?

Darn web hosting (Netfirms) was terrible, I transfered the site to a new host and it is very fast now.

 

[goodsmokebbq]

UPDATE:

We are going to host a charity casino night / social event / potluck on Friday night of the contest (May 28th) for the teams and other event VIPs (and maybe judges ). The event will benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Rochester. Roc City Rib Fest will match the first ten dollars per team buy in (one match only per team, but any amount of team members or guests can play). We will have blackjack, poker and roulette. Players can win chips that are good for raffle tickets that they can enter for prizes (or just buy raffle tickets). Probably run from 7pm to 11pm ish. Local teams that have not set up in the park yet are invited also. There is a rumor that participants will be given free beer.

Come out and have some fun and support a great charity!

We are also looking for prize donations for the casino night: rubs, sauce, charcoal, t-shirts, contest entries etc. Get your product in front of the comp teams and help out the families Ronald McDonald House supports.

Teams are welcome to arrive anytime Friday, although it would be best before 5pm. You are also welcome to stay over on Sunday night and leave Monday morning.

The team comfort station will be back with:

Free ice

Dedicated personnel for concierge service and problems

Free 24/7 Coffee

For Saturday night we are working on putting together a free buffet dinner for the teams so you can concentrate on the competition.

Sunday morning Good Smoke BBQ will again cook a full spread breakfast for the teams as a thank you for coming!

Beer!
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Thanks!

 

[smknwhlswife]

Hey Brian - Don't forget about my offer if you want to set something up for Friday night.

 

[goodsmokebbq]

Hey Brian - Don't forget about my offer if you want to set something up for Friday night.

Forget, I'm counting on it! :-D I'll get you a email list...

 

[smknwhlswife]

Forget, I'm counting on it! :-D I'll get you a email list...

Cool!! Then when you get a chance will you sent me a list of the teams/head cooks with their email address and we can start working on the potluck. We have plenty of time.

So the next question is what kind of food should we do? What are you putting out for the buffet on Sat? We will try to pick something different for Friday.

Kaylin and Lauren can't wait! They are sooo ready to see their NE friends.

 

[goodsmokebbq]

Cool!! Then when you get a chance will you sent me a list of the teams/head cooks with their email address and we can start working on the potluck. We have plenty of time.

So the next question is what kind of food should we do? What are you putting out for the buffet on Sat? We will try to pick something different for Friday.

Kaylin and Lauren can't wait! They are sooo ready to see their NE friends.

We are working a couple options, not sure yet. Will keep you posted...

Cloe is counting the days.

 

[goodsmokebbq]

Cool!! Then when you get a chance will you sent me a list of the teams/head cooks with their email address and we can start working on the potluck. We have plenty of time.

So the next question is what kind of food should we do? What are you putting out for the buffet on Sat? We will try to pick something different for Friday.

Kaylin and Lauren can't wait! They are sooo ready to see their NE friends.

Jon should have sent you the list, let me know if you got it.
Thanks!

Also, we are looking at Mexican or Gourmet Pizza / Burgers for Saturday, so something besides these will work.

 

[goodsmokebbq]

Cooks packet attached, freshly approved by the NEBS BOD

 

[smknwhlswife]

Jon should have sent you the list, let me know if you got it.
Thanks!

Also, we are looking at Mexican or Gourmet Pizza / Burgers for Saturday, so something besides these will work.

Got it. I will start working on after things calm down around here.

 

[NewEnglandQ]

First Competition

Hello - This is my first competition and I have a few questions. One of my team members plays in a band and wants to set up his equipment and play guitar and sing. Is there any issues with playing music? Does it have to be at a certain sound level? Is there a time when everyone is expected to be quiet?

thanks
Kevin

 

[theBBQspecialist]

Great to have you on board! Can't sing the Humphrey praises enough. Can't have Good Smoke without Humphreys!

It's truely been a joy to work with you guys! Good luck in Little Rock!

 

[goodsmokebbq]

Hello - This is my first competition and I have a few questions. One of my team members plays in a band and wants to set up his equipment and play guitar and sing. Is there any issues with playing music? Does it have to be at a certain sound level? Is there a time when everyone is expected to be quiet?

thanks
Kevin

It really depends on what you are talking about. Acoustic guitar or very quite amp is cool (during the day, there are quite hours at night). Full on Rock band I would have to say no. IT really depends on your neighbors (this is your first comp so the spaces might be closer than you think), if they complain then I will have to have you shut it down. Thanks for choosing Roc City, let me know if you have any other questions...