They say variation is the spice of life and I am never one to shy away from a challenge. As well as a full blown comp, UDS Build Class and UDS Grassroots comp class at drum and baste I have decided to run our standard grassroots shake and sauce package (helps having a new delivery of gazebos to house trainee teams!!!)
The Grassroots package is for teams of upto 4. We will be running a prep and trim class on the Saturday beginning at 10am, running through each of the 4 main categories. Not only will this cover trimming, rubbing and saucing but we will be providing crib sheets to help each team with their cook over night.
Each team will be allocated a covered space including, tables, chairs, chopping boards, knives, smoker, etc all you will need to bring is your tent and as the title suggests Rubs and Sauces if you have them, we have a stash on site that you will be given access to should you need them. Each team (including those teams made up of individuals) will be given a competition meat box to trim, rub and cook themselves for the competition. Throughout the weekend you will have unlimited access to experienced cooks to ask questions and help with any situations that may arise.
The most important thing to remember is this is supposed to be fun, learn, but relax and enjoy the experience!! Having said that, if you have a competitive streak its good to know that grassroots teams in August took Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion against some of the countries best teams!!!
To book a place please visit http://pitmasters.co.uk/team-entry/
I will post some pics from this weekends comp a bit later when i have caught up!