Memphis in May barbecue contest starts smoking at Liberty Park
Lee Yong-lo, mayor of Hongseong, South Korea signs a letter of friendship with Memphis at the opening ceremony of the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest May 14, 2025. (Patrick Lantrip/The Daily Memphian)
The Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest got under way Wednesday afternoon, beginning four days celebrating everything barbecue at the Midtown park.
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Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest barbecue Liberty ParkJody Callahan
Jody Callahan graduated with degrees in journalism and economics from what is now known as the University of Memphis. He has covered news in Memphis for more than 25 years.
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