2009 GE BBQ Press...

GlenEllynLife.com has published some great stories about the GE  BBQ, complete with pictures.  Thanks, Erik!

Here's Glen Ellyn Backyard Barbecue Cook-Off Savors Success in Inaugural Event which reported on our first event in October,2009...

“It wasn’t just hot dogs and hamburgers cooking at Glen Ellyn’s Inaugural Backyard Barbecue Cook-Off held last week on October 10th, on the 700 block of Willis. Eighteen teams competed for first and second place trophies along with bragging rights for the year...“

And here's an earlier story, Glen Ellyn Backyard Barbecue Cook-Off, that explains how the whole thing got started...

“...The new event's key ingredients were ... one part friendly trash-talk about who made the best ribs and other grilled dishes, mixed in with a few handfuls of ideas as how best to generate foot traffic into Glen Ellyn's charming and historic downtown, along with a couple of pounds of fun and community spirit...”

The Daily Herald also reported on our first gathering, with First Backyard BBQ turns into one big block party in Glen Ellyn...

“...'the community has helped tremendously,' Koprowski said. Three area businesses have offered discounts to contestants. Local artist Tammy Miller created a logo for the event, and Glen Ellyn Village President Mark Pfefferman will serve as one of three judges...”

And the Glen Ellyn News said, Grassroots barbecue cook-off a first...

“...[Village President Mark] Pfefferman said the barbecue is another example of Glen Ellyn residents’ passion for fun.
'They say we’re the village of volunteers and this is just another proof of that. People are very passionate about our own town and they want to help out any way they can,' Pfefferman said. He said the cook-off idea is outstanding and perfect for residents who take pride in their barbecuing abilities. 'So having a competition just seems perfect. And it’s for charity as well. What a great combination.'...”