so then let me get this straight....
the grilling contest has two categories, entree and appetizer or dessert?
Right
both are being judged in 3 separate areas, taste, creativity and originality?
Right
both must represent the same specific culinary nationality or region?
Right
we may or may not have a secret ingredient that must be used in the preparation of the both categories?
No, if there is something, it will be becase it was donated by a sponsor and can be used it either or both.
we will have a group of 6 judges and a table captain visit our site for 20 minutes but we will not be given a time when they will be there?
Wrong. You will be given the time window, and how many judges depends on how many teams sign up. KCBS reps will figure that out and let everyone know that morning also. They are familiar with the process and have it done it at other contests.
We are expected to have seats at a table for them and no walls on the ez-ups?
However u want. Tables and chairs will be available and can be brought to your site by event staff if you want. EZ up is up to you. (*EDIT*: If some team need it, a few tables will be available from the judging tent for the onsite judging, but must be returned after grilling for the KCBS judging. Since its a limited supply, its recommended you have your own table).
we can serve them our entries in any way we see fit?
Right
4 categories is too much food for the judges?
Cant comment. Feedback form to chamber organizers said yes.
What are the few constraints?
Must be present to win. Must cook on site, must use wood or charcoal for primary heat source for both catagories.
Remind me to miss this cooks meeting.
See previouis rule..