Fire Up Your Appetite at the National BBQ Festival on Long Island!
Get ready for some smokin' wordplay at the National BBQ Festival on Long Island! The New York Post is hosting a competition to find the team with the best name, with a $100,000 prize up for grabs. The judge for this sizzling contest is Post Chief of Staff Dan Greenfield, known for his pun-filled paper.
The festival will take place at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow from June 13-15, where talented pitmasters with creative team names like Phil the Grill and Meat Street USA will battle it out. The winner of the best name category will walk away with a $500 prize, adding to the impressive $100,000 purse for various food categories.
Attendees can enjoy barbecue samples, local beer, and live music for just $54 per ticket. The event promises a family-friendly atmosphere where everyone can indulge in delicious food and entertainment. Notable competitors include Tuffy Stone, a six-time World BBQ Champion, and rapper Warren G., founder of Sniffin’ Griffins’ BBQ known for their spicy sauces and rubs.
Join us at the National BBQ Festival for a weekend of mouth-watering food, fun activities, and friendly competition. Don't miss out on the chance to experience the best of barbecue culture and witness some of the top pitmasters in action. Get your taste buds ready for a flavor-packed adventure at this exciting event!