TITLE: Recognizing the barbecue cook-off at the Hispanic Heritage Fiesta as a Texas State Barbecue Championship competition.

SUMMARY: Recognizing the barbecue cook-off at the Hispanic Heritage Fiesta as a Texas State Barbecue Championship competition.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the barbecue cook-off at the Hispanic Heritage Fiesta as a Texas State Barbecue Championship competition; and WHEREAS, Sponsored by the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, this outstanding festival will feature live music, folkloric dancers, arts and crafts exhibits, and the Hispanic Heritage Fiesta Poker Run, Bike Show, and Bike Skills Contest in addition to the barbecue cook-off; and WHEREAS, The barbecue cook-off is sanctioned by the International Barbeque Cookers Association and will showcase the talents of barbecue chefs from across the state; and WHEREAS, Texans are well known for their love of barbecue, and this event is sure to provide superior cuisine to satisfy the most discriminating palates; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend the sponsors of the Hispanic Heritage Fiesta on their hard work and dedication to the community and extend to them best wishes for a successful and memorable event; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the fiesta as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Hinojosa President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 23, 2011.