Get ready to get a piggy with him! This year’s Gettin ‘Piggy event organized by Lawrence Barbecue and Trophy Brewing took place on Sunday, May 18, at Maywood Hall and Garden. The festival features award-winning chefs and pitmaster across the country, local beers and passion, games, live music, votes, children’s zones, and more! All the festivals went to the Foundation and Frankie Lemmon School. For 60 years, Frankie Lemmon has celebrated and educated children from all the costs at no cost to their families. Frankie Lemmon School is a Naeyc-recognized child development center, which welcomes 2-7 children with and without disability. The school provides classrooms and inclusive experiences, offering all children of taste, friendship, and opportunities to reach their full potential.
This year’s pitmaster and chefs include: Adam Hughes of Old Colony Smokehouse – Edenton, NC. Adam Bauer/Thomas Voncannon from Sam Jones BBQ – Winterville and Raleigh, NC. Adé Carrena from Ilewa Foods – Raleigh, NC. Allison Vick from Little Blue Macaroon – Raleigh, NC. Andia xouris from homemade ice cream andia – raleigh, nc. Andrew Ullom of Union Special Bread – Raleigh, NC. Ashleigh Shanti from good hot fish – Asheville, NC. Blake Gotliffe of Under the Oak Catering – Raleigh, NC. Brandon Olson of King BBQ – Charleston, Sc. Brandon and Elizabeth Shepard of Shepard Barbecue – Emerald Isle, NC. Bobby McFarland from Wye Hill – Raleigh, NC. Christopher Prieto of Prime Barbecue – Knightdale, NC. Cody Sperry from Hoodoo Brown BBQ – Ridgefield, Ct. Dave Mitchell from Longleaf Pig – Raleigh, NC. Dylan cooking from fork grove bbq – Anderson, sc. Elliott Moss from Elliott’s – Florence, SC. Garren and Kelly Kirkman from Barbecu Jon G – Peachland, NC. Matt Fern from Ish Delicatessen – Raleigh, NC. Mera Brothers Oyster Davis, North Carolina. Jake Wood of Lawrence Barbecue – Raleigh, NC. Justin Webster from Heff’s Burger Club – Winston -Salem, NC. Joe Olson from Kuya Bear Food – Winston -Salem, NC. Kevin Ruiz from Oro – Raleigh, NC. Leonard Botello of Truth BBQ – Houston, TX. Lewis Donald of Sweet Lew’s BBQ – Charlotte, NC. Local Sea Residents – Raleigh, NC. Logan Sandoval from Zef BBQ – Simi Valley, Ca. Luis Zouaain from Lagana – Raleogh, NC. Luke Owens from Native Fine Diner – Greenville, NC. Matt Fern of (ish) – Raleigh, NC. Matthew Register of Southern Smoke BBQ – Garland, NC. Mike de los santos of Mike d’s BBQ – Durham, NC. N. Sea Oyster Co. – Hampstead, NC. Rashad and Saadia Smith from Smitty – Raleigh, NC. Roberto Diaz/Berto’s Chimi’s – Raleigh, NC. Beer and spirit provided by Chris Powers of Trophy Brewing and friends.
This good festival aims to unite the community to enjoy food days and fun while supporting Frankie Lemmon schools. We’re looking forward to getting a piggy with you!