[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 160 (2014), Part 11]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 16125]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




           ACKNOWLEDGING THE ANNUAL COWBOY CHRISTMAS COOK-OFF

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                           HON. HENRY CUELLAR

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 19, 2014

  Mr. CUELLAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to acknowledge the annual 
Cowboy Christmas Cook-Off which takes place each December, in Mission, 
Texas.
  The Cowboy Christmas Cook-Off is an International Barbeque Cookers 
Association state championship event; the occasion features a festive 
combination of good music and good eating, with proceeds benefiting the 
Silver Ribbon Community Partners, who provide emergency relief 
assistance and educational programs for seniors and individuals with 
disabilities.
  Talented barbeque chefs from Texas face off to see who can cook up 
the tastiest brisket, pork spareribs, and chicken. The Cowboy Christmas 
Cook-Off is an exciting time for young and old alike and is a much-
anticipated gathering for residents of South Texas.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to recognize this celebration of Lone 
Star-style food and music and I thank you for this time.

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