The 2024 Otter River BBQ Cook-off is an exciting event set to take place from Saturday, 7, 2024, until Sunday, September 8, 2024, at the Otter River Sportsman’s Club, located at 250 Lord Rd, Templeton, MA 01436. Presented by the Otter River Sportsman’s Club in collaboration with the Northeast Barbecue Society (NEBS), this event promises a day filled with delicious barbecue, friendly competition, and community fun.
This contest qualifies for the 2024 Ken Dakai Cup
The Details
This NEBS Backyard Contest offers a platform for barbecue enthusiasts to showcase their skills and creativity in two main categories: Chicken Wings and Pork Ribs. The rules stipulate that Chicken Wings must be made from the wing of a chicken served whole or in sections as the cook sees fit, while Pork Ribs can be of any style, including Loin Back Ribs, Baby Back Ribs, Spareribs, and more, but must be from pork specifically.
For those with budding young chefs in the family, there’s also a KIDS-Q category where children can let their culinary imagination run wild with the “Chef’s Choice” theme. They can enter any dish they wish with an open garnish.
The event starts with teams arriving and setting up on Saturday, September 7, 2024, from 2:00 P.M. onwards, with meat inspection continuing as teams arrive. A live concert from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. offers a lively atmosphere and an opportunity for teams to relax before the big day. Additionally, a BBQ buffet dinner by the Bastey Boys is available for teams at $20 per person.
