GT Mayne Talks Houston Jerk Fest, West Indian Culture In Houston & More [Exclusive Video]

Inside the Houston BMW Center Studios, 97.9’s own GT Mayne sat down with the Madd Hatta Mornings Show to talk about Houston Jerk Fest at Mid Town Park, which is Houston’s premier Caribbean festival.

The festival is centered around a jerk seasoning cook-off competition and contestants will be competing for a $1,000 cash prize. Winners will also get bragging rights as the best in West Indian cuisine in Houston. There’s also a concert featuring international Reggae artists Spragga Benz (from the movie Shottas), Jahmiel, Soca artist T-Rock Again. Along with the concert they are also registering people to vote through their initiative ‘Rush the Vote.’ Check out the video below.

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The event is this Saturday 2PM to 10PM. Houston Jerk Fest is centered around a jerk seasoning cook off competition, in comparison to a bbq cook-off. Contestants will be competing for a $1,000 cash prize. There’s also a concert featuring international Reggae artists Spragga Benz (from the movie Shottas), Jahmiel, Soca artist T-Rock Again; along with various other regional live bands. We also feature a vast array of food and arts & crafts vendors, food trucks, a childrens playground/kids zone, and a dog park. So, bring your lawn chairs and blankets, and come enjoy some great food, music, games, and fun for the entire family! Absolutely no bottles/coolers allowed!

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For more information please contact Jilian Larkin at 713.252.9066

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