About the Event
Lake Tahoe Community College will host the 2nd Coyote Country Steak Cookoff — a BBQ competition, campus cookout, and student engagement experience all in one.
The event brings together culinary students, competing teams from several states, local chefs, hospitality professionals, and the community for a day of food, friendship, and networking. Plus, take part in the Open Career Exchange: Walk up, connect with local businesses, and explore real career opportunities.
Food & Beverage Vendors: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Enjoy a variety of food and drinks from participating vendors throughout the day.
The event is open to students, staff, and community members. Everyone is welcome.
Cost to Attend: $25 per ticket, includes 4 food coupons.
Your ticket includes 4 food coupons. Vendors at the event accept coupons only (no
cash). Each coupon can be redeemed for one food item or beverage, such as a serving
of tacos, a slice of pizza, or a drink.
Note: Free entry for local students, including LTCC and LTUSD students.
Event Video
Coyote Country Steak Cookoff — Event Highlights
Event Timeline
June 5th: Judges Meeting from 5 pm - 7 pm in the LTCC Boardroom
June 6th: Details below
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:00 AM | Load In Begins (competing teams & vendors only) |
| 10:00 AM | Cooks Meeting & Steak Selection |
| Noon | Judges Meeting |
| 12:15 – 12:45 PM | Mocktail Tasting & Public Choice |
| 1:00 – 1:15 PM | Kids Turn In (Quesadillas) |
| 1:00 – 1:15 PM | Appetizer Turn In |
| 2:00 – 2:15 PM | Wing Turn In |
| 3:00 – 3:30 PM | Steak A Turn In |
| 4:30 – 5:00 PM | Steak B Turn In |
| 6:00 – 6:15 PM | Pork Ribs Turn In |
| 7:00 PM | Awards |
How to Participate
Judge
Food enthusiasts and industry pros welcome. Help crown this year’s champion.
Sign Up as a Judge →Compete
Think you have what it takes? Enter a category and put your skills on the grill.
Sign Up to Compete → View Details →Presented in Partnership With
The Coyote Country Steak Cookoff is organized in partnership with the Steak Cookoff Association, American Culinary Federation, Advance, Tahoe Chamber, and the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority.
Come for the Flavor. Stay for the Cause.
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