CRESTVIEW — Which North Okaloosa County man has the best-tasting barbecue? That may be determined during the Area-Wide Men’s Barbecue Cook-Off.
The competition starts 4:30 p.m. Oct. 22 at Old Spanish Trail Park Pavilion on Stillwell Boulevard in Crestview.
The program — sponsored by the Crestview Area Ministerial Association, North Okaloosa Ministerial Alliance, and Baker Area Ministerial Association — includes singing by Brothers Band of Holt and the Rev. George Thomas, pastor of Peoples Missionary Baptist Church of Crestview.
The Rev. Bob Govoni, a former professional wrestler of Pensacola, and Okaloosa County Sheriff Larry Ashley will be guest speakers.
Entering the competition is free of charge. Men may bring their barbecue grills and meat to cook on-site. Meats are limited to beef, pork and pork ribs.
Three judges will determine first-, second- and third-place winners in each category, and prizes will be awarded. A prize also will be awarded for most outstanding grill.
Families may bring side dishes or desserts and enjoy the meal and community fellowship. Attendees may bring folding chairs to enjoy the music and speakers following the meal.
Contact the Okaloosa Baptist Association, 682-5434, for more information.
This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: Churches set men's barbecue cook-off