Pig Gig 2007

The Pig Gig is an annual rib competition in Bay City- which I had never been to, even though it's been around for many years. Sam and I decided to come visit my parents and check out the Pig Gig. Last Labor Day we took a trip to Memphis with her parents, so we needed to compare.

Overall the ribs were pretty good- though not as great as we were hoping. None of them were bad, but we were hoping for something spectacular (it did cost $10 just to get in, and then you had to buy the food on top of that).

In our evaluation, the Pig Gig is not recommended if you're just stopping by for a meal, since it's somewhat pricey (A half-rack was $11), although if you're making a day of it and going to the concerts (This year featured the Bay City Rollers, Gin Blossoms, David DeYoung of STYX, and county star Mark Wills), watching the Pig Races and cooking demonstrations, the cost would become much less of an issue. We also missed out on getting half-price advance sale tickets, which would've made a bit of difference too.

As it was, we had a fun time: the ribs were tasty, the company was good, and we'll probably just grill out at Mom & Dad's next time...

The Famous Dave's big pig. He looks a little too happy considering what's happening to all of his mates...

The "midway" with the different booths for each restaurant/ competitor.

Sam dipping Rickey Henderson into BBQ sauce. Dad evidentally has taken to carrying Rickey Henderson around with him everywhere he goes. I hope it doesn't cause a problem for him at work when he pulls him out and asks people to direct their answers to Rickey...