THE GREENBRIER INTRODUCES BBQ MASTERY

~Aspiring Grill Masters Can Learn from the Industry’s Best~

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, WV – The Greenbrier resort’s popular barbecue classes are taking a new twist with the introduction of BBQ Mastery at The Greenbrier.  This culinary event will give grill lovers everywhere the opportunity to receive a crash course in grilling and barbecuing meat.  Three of the nation’s most well-known barbecue experts will be providing hands-on instruction during these three-day events being held in the summer of 2008.     

            BBQ Mastery at The Greenbrier is unlike other culinary events in that guests can choose from three weekends to participate in 2008: June 29 – July 2, July 13 – 16 and August 17 – 20.  Each unique weekend includes daily barbecue demonstrations and classes, where participants are able to learn first-hand by cooking and preparing the food used in each demonstration.  Class topics include Whole Hog Demo, How to Build a Fire That Lasts, Chicken and Ribs and Rub Making, and are limited to 50 students each.  The chefs/instructors and barbecue masters include “Dr. BBQ” Ray Lampe, Myron Mixon and Chris Lilly, all of whom have years of experience and have won numerous awards for their barbecue expertise.  Participants of BBQ Mastery will also have the opportunity to take part in book signing with “Dr. BBQ,” who has written three cookbooks and has garnered hundreds of awards in barbecue contests for 25 years.   

            Each weekend package include three nights’ room accommodations, a welcome reception, daily BBQ demonstrations and classes from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., a night cook and daily lunch in the classroom, prepared by the students.  For further details and to register for this event, call 800-228-5049.

About The Greenbrier resort:

Residing on 6,500-acres of lush landscape in West Virginia’s Allegheny Mountains, The Greenbrier is an award-winning resort which has been offering a welcoming home to its guests since 1778.  This National Historic Landmark, also known as America’s Resort, provides a world-class haven for discerning business guests and sophisticated leisure travelers.  Top-notch amenities and services include elegant meeting and event space, a variety of fine restaurants and bars and access to more than 50 recreational activities including three championship golf courses and the resort’s luxurious 40,000 square-foot Spa.  Guests and visitors can also avail of The Greenbrier Clinic, which has been providing comprehensive medical expertise since 1948.  For more information or reservations, please visit www.greenbrier.com or call 800-624-6070.

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