23rd Annual Evan Williams Bourbon Cooking Contest Will Award Coveted Blue Ribbon to Top Culinary Creation

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FOR RELEASE:        August 13, 2008

23rd Annual Evan Williams bourbon cooking contest will award coveted blue ribbon to top culinary creation


LOUISVILLE, (Ky.) – Cooking with Bourbon will take center stage once again at the annual Evan Williams Bourbon Cooking Contest at the Kentucky State Fair.  On Friday, August 15, area culinary enthusiasts will gather to compete for the coveted first place prize in the 23rd annual Bourbon Cooking Contest, presented by Heaven Hill Distilleries, Inc.

This year’s contest will undoubtedly prove to be a memorable and enjoyable event for all.  On hand will be notable chefs, local celebrities and a special cooking demonstration by Chef John Varanese, owner Varanese restaurant, all of which add up to an excellent opportunity for photography and interviews.

The entries will be rated on originality, ease of preparation, appearance, name and the contribution of Evan Williams Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey to the taste and aroma of the dish.

Evan Williams Bourbon is the country’s second-largest selling brand of Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey.

What:

23rd Annual Evan Williams Bourbon Cooking Contest

When:

Friday August 15, 2008

6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. EDT (approx.)

Where:

Kentucky State Fair, Gourmet Garden culinary stage,

South Wing Lobby A.

 

Contact:                    

Larry Kass

Director of Corporate Communications

Heaven Hill Distilleries, Inc.

(502) 413-0220

lkass@heaven-hill.com

 

Founded in 1934, Heaven Hill Distilleries, Inc. (www.heaven-hill.com) is the nation’s largest independent, family-owned marketer and producer of distilled spirits products. Aging in its facilities is the second-largest holding of Kentucky whiskey in the world. Heaven Hill’s diversified portfolio includes: the full line of The Christian Brothers Brandies; Evan Williams Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey; HPNOTIQ Liqueur; Whaler’s Rum; Burnett’s Gin and Vodka; Dubonnet Aperitif; PAMA Pomegranate Liqueur; Agua Luca Brazilian Rum Cachaca; Scotch Whiskies; Canadian Whiskies; vodka; gins; rums; tequilas; cognacs; liqueurs; cordials; and dessert wines. Heaven Hill is based in Bardstown, Ky.

Heaven Hill reminds you to “Think Wisely. Drink Wisely.”

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