Redside Rendezvous Dutch Oven Cook-Off

The Dutch Oven Cook-Off will be Friday, May 17th, at The Redside Rendezvous. You do not need to be a registered ticket holder of The Rendezvous to compete. However, if you are attending Rendezvous, we encourage your participation.

Here’s the beta!

Entries

  • Individuals or teams (no limit, all compete equally)

  • No entry fees.

  • Dutch Oven categories are entrée, sides, and dessert.

  • No limit on the # of Dutch Oven dishes entered by individuals or teams.

  • You may enter any or all categories.

  • Make generous portions as your dish will participate in Friday night’s Rendezvous feast.

  • You must fill out a registration form with your name, the number of contestants on your team, and the name(s) of your dish(es).

  • Dishes will be judged on presentation, aroma, taste, and creativity!

  • Cash prizes!

The Venue Set Up

  • The Dutch Oven Cook-Off venue will be on the grass adjacent to Mountain Village.

  • Station Set Up – starts between 3:30 - 4:00 p.m., cook-off crew will show you where to set up. (Please let us know if you need to get started earlier)

  • Charcoal will be provided.

  • Dishes need to be ready for presentation for judging at 6:00 p.m.

  • Dinner is scheduled for 6:30 p.m.

What will be provided

  • Charcoal

  • Hand Wash Station

  • Clean Up Station

  • Fire Blankets (limited)

  • Trash Cans

What contestants need to bring

  • Table for prep

  • Any kitchen items you may need: stoves, utensils (cooking & serving), cutting boards, coolers, meat thermometers (if needed)

  • Dutch Oven(s)

  • Ingredients and equipment needed to prepare the dish(es)

  • Elevated Fire Pan

  • Fire Blanket, if you have one (to protect the grass)

Rules & Regulations

  • All dishes need to be prepared on-site.

  • All Ingredients must be combined, chopped, sliced, diced, and cooked on-site, including marinades & garnishes. Pre-cooked items are not allowed.

  • Dishes must be cooked in a Dutch oven

  • Please know and practice safe food handling procedures.

Most Important!

  • Have Fun! This is a time to gather with fellow guides, outfitters, friends & family and celebrate the art of cooking as we all know and love…outside! Make your dishes tasty and beautiful, get creative, and, most importantly, enjoy the camaraderie of one another!