October 2012 eNewsletter

“THE JACK,” DOG ISLAND GROUPER BURGERS AND FIRST FLORIDIANS For over two decades Lynchburg Tennessee has been the site of the greatest food celebration on the planet. On the last weekend of this month, teams from all over America and many foreign nations come to this lovely village to slow cook pork, beef and chicken, make sauces, bake pies and cakes and celebrate the great cooking traditions of America at the Jack Daniel’s International Barbecue Competition. “It’s the best of them all,” says our Doc Lawrence  who once again has been chosen to serve as a judge for the prestigious event. “The Jack” is known the world over for its association with Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whisky, but it is heralded for being an event where families come and have fun in a beautiful setting where bluegrass music is everywhere, the town is friendly and the food stands out for its quality and closeness to the soil. “I’ve made friends with teams from Ireland, Belgium, Canada and Australia,” Doc states, “and barbecue is real magic that brings our world closer through sharing and friendly competition.” Doc’s articles from “The Jack” will be exclusives for Wines Down South, and this year will highlight some of the celebrities in entertainment that attend each year. Be sure to click the poster on the right for a tour of “The Jack.” “First Floridians-First Americans” debuted at the Monticello Opera House bringing in over 500 participants from the four corners. Doc Lawrence discusses the tourism potential for this beautiful North Florida city in his exclusive feature for Wines Down South accessible through our home page (click). Dog Island Grouper Burgers were created by Chef Josh Butler and are perfect for Tailgating and casual home entertaining. Click for the outstanding recipe. Tailgating is more fun when something original is served before kickoff. Chef Josh Butler’s Dog Island Grouper Burger recipe is featured this month along with Doc’s wine pairing. The leaves are turning, the air is cool and fresh and this time of year brings out the best in all of us who love living down South. Friend Us! Follow Us! Share Us! "The Jack," painted by Georgia's acclaimed folk artist Olivia Thomason, captures the color and pageantry of this global event. Click on the painting and take a virtual tour of the International Barbecue Competition in Lynchburg Tennessee. DOC'S WINE SELECTION Perfect with Dog Island Grouper Burgers. Le Rosé de Clarke, 2010 is elegant and easy-drinking for autumn food celebrations.