8th Annual Paella Challenge

When the quintessential dish of Spain and culinary all-stars from across the country and Mexico come together, you know it’s time for the Corona Paella Challenge hosted by Chef Johnny Hernandez. Guests join fellow foodies for an afternoon of food, live entertainment, wines from Spain, and sangria on the grounds of Pearl. Guests watch celebrity…

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6th Annual Corona Paella Challenge

6th annual paella challenge corona

Come with an empty tummy to fully enjoy the variety of Paellas cooked right before your eyes during the Corona Paella Challenge. Chefs and High School Teams cook up their own versions of this famous Spanish dish in hopes of earning a top prize – while we reap the culinary benefits. This popular event promises…

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La Vernia BBQ Cook-Off

Cook Off

Join the Greater La Vernia Parks Foundation for their 13th annual BBQ Cook-Off. The highlight of the annual BBQ Cook-off is the IBCA-sanctioned BBQ cooking competition, where teams compete for the best BBQ chicken, beef, and ribs. Cooking teams come from across the state and are very competitive about their cooking techniques and recipes. Along…

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