Christopher Prieto Pitmaster Invitational
Sunday, August 31, 2025
Early Entry: 11:00am
General Admission: Noon
Event Ends: 4:00pm
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The premier event for the Pinehurst Barbecue Festival will feature seven of North Carolina’s finest barbecue Pitmasters, who will craft select barbecue samples.
Each ticket includes one sample and side from each Pitmaster, as well as the opportunity to enjoy Craft Beer, sauce and rub vendors from across the state, Got To Be NC Vendors, and entertainment.
2025 Participating Pitmasters
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Christopher Prieto
Prime Barbecue - Knightdale
Beef Brisket w/ Sweet Slaw
Adam Hughes
Old Colony Smokehouse - Edenton
Brisket Burnt Ends w/ Cucumber Salad
Lewis Donald
Sweet Lew’s BBQ - Charlotte
Pork Ribs w/ Green Bean Chili Crisp Salad
Matthew Register
Southern Smoke BBQ - Garland
Pork Belly & Chilled Rice Salad w/ Charred Okra & Tomatoes
Ashley Christensen
AC Restaurant Group - Raleigh
Smoked Blue Crab & Grits
Ron Simmons
Master Blend Family Farms - Kenansville
Mexican Pulled Pork Tacos w/ Cilantro Live Slaw & Cowboy Baked Beans
Benjie Ayala
Pinehurst Brewing Co. - Pinehurst
Smoked Chicken Wings w/ Macaroni Salad