Latest
BBQ Cook Team Scores/Results 2010
Wednesday, 01 September 2010 15:41
Overall BBQ Cook Team Results, click on the following links for: PDF1, PDF2, PDF3
Ribs BBQ Cook Team Results, click on the following links for: PDF1, PDF2, PDF3
Chicken BBQ Cook Team Results, click on the following links for: PDF1, PDF2, PDF3
Pork BBQ Cook Team Results, click on the following links for: PDF1, PDF2
Burger BBQ Cook Team Results, click on the following links for: PDF1, PDF2
Dessert BBQ Cook Team Results, click on the following links for: PDF1, PDF2
Showmanship BBQ Cook Team Results, click on the following links for: PDF1
Stokin The Fire 2010 Winners and Photos
Tuesday, 24 August 2010 01:18
Thanks to everyone for coming out and supporting this year's Stokin' The Fire. See list of winners below.
For photos from this year's festivities click here.
Overall scores and rankings, click here.
Stokin' The Fire 2010 Winners:
Overall Grand Champion
Band of Chuggers from Madison, AL
Overall Reserve Champion
All Smoked Up from Lacey Springs, AL
1st place chicken
Band of Chuggers from Madison, AL
2nd place chicken
8th Deadly Sin from Hoover, AL
3rd place chicken
Pork Chops Express from Bham, AL
1st place ribs
All Smoked Up from Lacey Springs, AL
2nd place ribs
Slingin Pig Meat from Owen Crossroads, AL
3rd place ribs
AAT Smokers from Gardendale, AL
1st place butt
Porkin from Bham, AL
2nd place butt
Cooking With Wood from Columbiana, AL
3rd place butt
IMS Grillin and Chillen from Bham, AL
1st place Dessert
The Big Rigs from Bham, AL
1st place Best Burger
Butt Patrol from Bham, AL
Cook Team Spirit Competition/Best Decorated Cook Site
1st place Cook Team Spirit
Bones Brigade from Bham, AL
Cook Team Spirit Competition/Showmanship
1st place Cook Team Spirit
Grillin’ Gangstas from Hoover, AL
People's Choice Competition/Public Tasting
1st place People's Choice
Smokin’ Joes from Bham, AL
Stokin' The Fire VIP Pass Information
Monday, 02 August 2010 20:13
New this year at Stokin' The Fire - VIP Passes! Not only does the VIP pass allow you access to the event, this new addition includes 1 meal either Friday or Saturday and four drinks (beer, coke, water). Seated dining at the apron of furnace #1 will be available to all VIP holders. While enjoying the delicious meal catered by Birmingham's very own George Sarris of The Fish Market restaurant, enjoy a spectacular view of Sloss while listening to live music. Each pass is only $30 plus tax and availability is limited. Order online at slossfurnaces.com or come on over to the Sloss museum gift shop. (Please note, all tickets purchased online will incur convenience fees.)
IMPORTANT! Please note that all VIP tickets purchased in advance will need to be redeemed for your official VIP badge available at the front gate the weekend of the event!
Menu includes:
A classic array of fresh feta cheese, vine-ripened tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, salonika peppers and kalamata olives sprinkled with fresh oregano and drizzled with extra virgin olive oil
An assortment of delicious olives from around the world served with freshly baked focaccia bread
Assorted Sausages
Grilled Andouille, Lamb & Pork
BBQ Shrimp Kabobs
Succulent shrimp alternating with fresh onions, peppers and tomatoes, skewered and grilled to perfection
Artichoke & Mushroom Salad
Artichokes and mushrooms mixed with green onions, olives, and spring mix tossed in sherry vinaigrette
Eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, red bell pepper and yellow onion seasoned with oregano and drizzled with extra virgin olive oil
Assortment of Bread
Dessert
Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce
Greek Relish Tray
A classic array of fresh feta cheese, vine-ripened tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, salonika peppers and kalamata olives sprinkled with fresh oregano and drizzled with extra virgin olive oil
An assortment of delicious olives from around the world served with freshly baked focaccia bread
Brisket of Beef
Roasted to perfection and served with homemade horseradish mayonnaise and a trio of mustards
George’s Greek Slaw
Angel-hair cabbage marinated with fresh feta cheese, scallions and chopped parsley in a zesty dressing of Greek spices, extra virgin olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice
Spring Mix Salad
Delicate mix of assorted lettuces dressed with honey balsamic vinaigrette and tossed with freshly sliced apples and toasted pecans
Rosemary Roasted Potatoes
Red bliss potatoes tossed with extra virgin olive oil, freshly cut rosemary and salt & pepper
Assortment of Bread
Dessert
Homemade Apple & Peach Tartlets
2010 People's Choice Competition Rules
Monday, 02 August 2010 15:29
The People’s Choice competition gives the public an opportunity to taste BBQ prepared by participating Stokin’ The Fire cook teams.WHEN: Saturday, August 21st from 4:00-5:30 pm or until samples run out.
TASTING: All tasting will take place at each participating cook team site. Teams participating will be clearly marked.
VOTING: The public will vote by secret ballot.
Each person interested in participating will receive one voting ballot by making a suggested donation of $5.
Cook teams are divided into sections, which includes 10-11 teams per section. One ballot entitles an individual to vote once in each section. If a person wishes to vote in more than one section he/she will need to get another ballot, again at a suggested donation of $5.
After tasting the 10 or 11 teams’ bbq in a section, ballots should be turned in to the ballot box located in that section. The winner will be determined by which team receives the most votes.
The winners will receive $400, $200 and $100 prizes with the remaining funds going towards the Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark preservation effort.
For more details, please contact Sloss Furnaces staff member, Kimbellee Fipps at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 205.324.1911.
Stokin' The Fire 2010
Friday, 02 July 2010 16:14
Stokin' The Fire BBQ & Music Festival 2010
Friday, August 20th 6pm-11pm
Saturday, August 21st 11am-11pm
Friday Admission: Adults $10, Children $5, All Children Under age 5 free
Saturday Admission: Adults $15, Children $5, All Children Under age 5 free
Friday & Saturday VIP Tickets: $30 (price includes entry to the event, one meal in VIP area catered by George Sarris' Yellow Bicycle catering company, 4 beers and VIP seating area)
All ticket prices are listed before tax. Tickets are available online at slossfurnaces.com, in the Sloss Furnaces Museum shop or the day of event. Please note that all online ticket orders will also include a convenience fee.
Please note that all Cook Team Sites are sold out! However, please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 324-1911 to be added to the wait list.
Click here for BBQ cook team rules.
For other questions, please call 205.324.1911 or slossfurnaces.com/stokin10
More Articles...
Page 1 of 4