Tuesday, June 18, 2013

Peach Jam 2013 [June 26-30]

Look to your nearby farmer's market for Peach Jam 2013 events [http://www.farmatl.org/events/peach-jam-2013/]!
Image via https://www.facebook.com/Slow.Food.Atlanta
If you would like to participate in any of the competitions, you need to register:

"PEACH JAM 2013 is a four day celebration of Georgia's favorite fruit, the peach, brought to you by Slow Food Atlanta and Community Farmers Markets. 
Guest attendance is free at all events. Samples of each category can be purchased at the markets on the day of the events.  This registration is for competitors only.  
Peach BBQ sauce competition
Wednesday, June 26th: 5-7 pm
Pig Roast and Peach BBQ sauce competition at the Decatur Farmers Market. Professional level entrants, limited to 25 participants. Registration is $25 and includes peaches.
163 Clairemont Ave, Decatur, GA 30030 
Cocktail competition
Thursday, June 27th: 5:30 -7 pm 
Cocktail competition conjunction with the Midway Pub and the East Atlanta Farmers Market. Professional level entrants, limited to 25 participants. Registration is $25 and includes peaches.
561 Flat Shoals Ave, Atlanta Ga 30316 
Peach cook-off
Saturday, June 29th: 10 am - 12 pm
Peach cook-off (all things peach) at East Lake Farmers Market.  Amateurs and professionals welcome, limited to 25 participants. Registration is $25 and includes a bag of peaches.
Corner of Second Avenue and Hosea L. Williams Drive
Atlanta, GA 30317 
Cobbler Competition
Sunday, June 30th: 11 am - 12:30 pm
Cobbler Competition, parade, and festival games at the Grant Park Farmers Market. Amateurs and professionals welcome, limited to 25 participants. Registration is $20 and includes peaches.
In historic Grant Park, 600 Cherokee Ave Atlanta Ga 30312 
All recipes should include fresh, Georgia Peaches.  Prizes vary based on event, but include fame and fortune!
Individual event details will be emailed after registration.  Questions? Contact peachjamatlanta@gmail.com"