Red Stick Farmers Market gears up for Tailgating Throwdown

It’s that time of year again—time for Baton Rouge’s tailgating greats to put their money where their mouth is and sign up for the BREADA Red Stick Farmers Market’s annual Tailgating Throwdown challenge Oct. 20.

Competitors must use a minimum of two local ingredients from the Red Stick Farmers Market to create their dish and can prepare up to two different dishes to be judged in the competition, including one meat and one vegetarian recipe. The entry fee is $100, which includes $20 in Farmers Market tokens that teams receive to purchase their local ingredients from farmers. A panel of judges will determine the best dishes, including an award for “Best Use of Local Ingredients” and the “Best Overall Experience.” Teams will also serve their dishes to event attendees, who will select the People’s Choice Award.

Don’t have what it takes to sign up? Come along to enjoy the tasty food, Bloody Marys and mimosas, live music and festive atmosphere—not to mention the kids’ zone to keep the tots entertained. All proceeds from the event support BREADA’s community outreach program. Visit breada.org for more information.