TITLE: Commemorating the 10th annual Texas Cook 'Em: High Steaks in Edinburg barbecue cook-off.

SUMMARY: Commemorating the 10th annual Texas Cook 'Em: High Steaks in Edinburg barbecue cook-off.

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WHEREAS, The 10th annual Texas Cook 'Em: High Steaks in Edinburg barbecue cook-off is taking place on July 3 and 4, 2015; and WHEREAS, Sponsored by the City of Edinburg, the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce, the Edinburg Visitors Bureau, and the Edinburg Economic Development Corporation, this outstanding Texas competition has become known for its fine lineup of talented cooks who go head-to-head in an exciting and delicious display of barbecue expertise; and WHEREAS, The 2015 Texas Cook 'Em event includes arts and crafts, music, and many fun activities in addition to the barbecue competition, which is an International Barbeque Cookers Association championship event; and WHEREAS, With an estimated 10,000 people attending the 2014 event, the Texas Cook 'Em: High Steaks in Edinburg barbecue cook-off has established itself as a popular gathering that draws visitors from around the state and beyond, and it is a pleasure to salute this South Texas celebration of good times and good eating; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby commemorate the 10th annual Texas Cook 'Em: High Steaks in Edinburg barbecue cook-off and extend best wishes to the sponsors, participants, and attendees for a successful and enjoyable event; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the cook-off's organizers as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Canales Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 801 was adopted by the House on March 12, 2015, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House