Inaugural Barbeque Battle to Take Place
Inaugural Barbeque Battle to Take Place
October 3, 2010
1:00-4:00pm
Hosted by Judd’s Hill Winery and Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa
All Proceeds Benefit
NVEF’s Music Connection Program
The Napa Valley Education Foundation is pleased to announce the inaugural Napa Valley Barbeque Battle taking place on Sunday, October 3rd from 1:00 to 4:00pm at the Napa Valley Marriott.
Hosted by Judd’s Hill Winery and Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa, the barbeque throwdown will benefit the NVEF’s Music Connection Program. The Music Connection has been supporting students of the Napa Valley Unified School District with musical instruments and opportunities for over a decade.
Guests attending the first ever Napa Barbeque Battle will be spoiled with great wine, food and entertainment. Highlights of the event include: opening reception featuring Judd’s Hill’s delicious current release Sauvignon Blanc and Rose paired with BBQ Oysters from Tomales Bay Oyster Co.; sit-down BBQ meal featuring side-by-side tastings of smoked ribs, brisket and chicken paired with Judd’s Zinfandel, Pinot Noir and Petite Syrah.
People’s Choice judging as well as celebrity judging from James McNair, internationally recognized food author-stylist-photographer, to determine who has the best BBQ; live music throughout, featuring Napa Valley Education Foundation Teacher of the Year, Alan U’Ren.
The Battle features two highly regarded barbeque enthusiasts: from the Napa Valley Marriott and Characters Bar N’ Cue, Executive Chef Brian Whitmer. Brian’s competition is daunting; Pat Burke, Hospitality Director at Judd’s Hill Winery, is a recognized award winning barbeque competitor and a member of the famous “Barnyard Roasters” BBQ Team and team captain of “The Vineyard Roasters”, who took 1st Prize in the Rib category at the 2006 West Coast BBQ Championships. This will definitely be a battle for the ages!
Guest Emcee and musician, Judd Finkelstein of Judd’s Hill Winery, will oversee the competition and offer his unique flair of commentary and insight as the battle builds to a crescendo with single category awards going to best Beef, Chicken, Pork and Sauce.
In addition there will be a Silent Auction and Raffle to benefit the Music Connection with packages featuring hotel stays, spa indulgences, winery tours and tastings and even the famous Characters Bar N’ Cue pool table!
Tickets to The Napa Valley Barbeque Battle are $60 per person and can be purchased by calling 707-253-8600, ext 3317.