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We’re fired up about Ribs on the Ridge happening this weekend

Get the juicy details on the third + final leg of the Florida Triple Crown of BBQ’s three-event competition.

February 7, 2024 • 
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Pitmasters will gather from across the country to show off their skills + fill the air with the sweet smell of barbecue.

Photo via Unsplash

Make no mis-steak, TBAT — these pitmasters have a license to grill.

In the third + final leg of the Florida Triple Crown of BBQ’s three-event competition, talented pitmasters will come together to vie for some major bragging rights for being crowned the best barbecuer around.

Happening this Friday, Feb. 16-Saturday, Feb. 17 in Haines City, Ribs on the Ridge will treat guests to:

  • Live music + food trucks
  • Kids activities
  • Select purchases of competition eats
  • Florida Triple Crown of BBQ winner announcement + competition culmination festivities

Get the juicy details

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