Calgary's SmellaQue Wins the Jack Daniel's Invitational Barbecue
The Calgary team beat 98 others from around the world in Lynchburg and takes home $25,000. B's Que was reserve grand champion.
SmellaQue, a team from Calgary, Alberta, was named grand champion of the 37th Jack Daniel's World Championship Invitational Barbecue in Lynchburg, Tennessee, on October 10, winning $25,000 and a chance to defend its title next year, the Lynchburg Times reports. B's Que was reserve grand champion and took $10,000. Ninety-nine teams from around the world competed in categories including pork ribs, pork shoulder, brisket, chicken, dessert, Jack Daniel's sauce and cook's choice. "This title means so much to us because it's a win for the entire international community," pitmaster Janice Smella said, according to Jack Daniel's. Last year's winner was Kings BBQ of Jacksonville, Florida.
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