Steak-Off sizzles during battle for grilling glory

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  • BAR-B-CATS, representing Apalachee High School, attempts to win first place in their third annual Steak-Off at Deep Roots. HUDSON TAYLOR/Staff
    BAR-B-CATS, representing Apalachee High School, attempts to win first place in their third annual Steak-Off at Deep Roots. HUDSON TAYLOR/Staff
  • Riley Wright is cooking for all the glory, supported by her parents, at her third annual steak-off competition. HUDSON TAYLOR/Staff
    Riley Wright is cooking for all the glory, supported by her parents, at her third annual steak-off competition. HUDSON TAYLOR/Staff

    On Saturday, Oct. 19, Milledgeville hosted its annual Deep Roots festival, which featured the third annual Steak-Off competition. Locals and out-of-towners gathered to cook for judges, aiming to take home a cash prize and bragging rights for the year.

    “The contest was full of stiff competition,” said Justin Seymore, the event promoter. “We had some of the best steak cooks in the Southeast travel to…