87R25879 BHH-D
 
  By: Slawson H.R. No. 1145
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, The annual Shivaree Up in Smoke BBQ Cook-off is
  taking place in Gatesville on June 4 and 5, 2021; and
         WHEREAS, Sponsored by the Gatesville Chamber of Commerce,
  this much-anticipated event is sanctioned by the International
  Barbeque Cookers Association as one of the organization's annual
  state cook-offs; the contest attracts accomplished pitmasters from
  across Texas who put their culinary skills to the test as they vie
  to produce the tastiest entries in several different categories;
  and
         WHEREAS, Guests have the opportunity to sample a variety of
  savory dishes and to take part in a fun, family-oriented day that
  also includes a cornhole tournament, a guacamole and salsa contest,
  and other activities; proceeds from the event benefit the
  Gatesville Chamber of Commerce Shivaree summer festival; and
         WHEREAS, Texans are noted for their love of barbecue, and the
  Shivaree Up in Smoke BBQ Cook-off is sure to offer good food and
  good times to everyone in attendance; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
  Legislature hereby commemorate the 2021 Shivaree Up in Smoke BBQ
  Cook-off and extend to the organizers, contestants, and attendees
  sincere best wishes for a fun and successful event.