No one who attends The Gravy Cup is in it for the nutritional value of the Southern staple.

But if offered an opportunity to do some day drinking, and to sample some tasty variations of the traditional dish on a Saturday afternoon for a good cause — we’re in.

Zach Fry believes The Gravy Cup is likely to attract 800 people to the Mellwood Arts Center to sample more than three dozen versions of the breakfast treat on Feb. 25, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Zach Fry
Zach Fry

Fry came up with the idea of a biscuits and gravy contest in 2012, shortly after a visit to New Orleans, where he was inspired by sampling Creole recipes that included hot pepper sauces. The local real estate professional posted the idea of a contest among local chefs on Facebook, and was encouraged enough by the response to hold the first one at The Monkey Wrench three weeks later. 400 people showed up.

Since then, the idea has grown enough that it has moved first to the Vernon Lanes, then to Diamonds on Barrett for two years, and this year for the first time to the Mellwood Arts Center. You can get in for $15, with proceeds benefitting Boys and Girls Haven.

“We raised $15,000 last year, and hope to double that this time,” said Fry, who has organized the event by forming a small board and recruiting several dozen local chefs, who contribute their time and food to the cause. Sponsorships are being sold ranging from $500 to $10,000.

Among them are the defending champions from Con Huevos on Frankfort Avenue, who offer a version called Chipotle Poached Huevos on their breakfast menu. It includes chorizo, poached eggs, chipotle gravy, avoidaco and is served with fruit. Their version is entered in the Non-Traditional category. There’s also a Vegetarian version and Traditional.

Winners in each category get a trophy, Fry said. The judging criteria are taste, presentation and originality.

He’s still recruiting restaurants, but the list so far is impressive. Among the judges are Michael Crouch of Bistro 1860 and The Fat Lamb’s Dallas McGarity.

The list of local restaurants participating includes Finn’s Southern Kitchen, Cafe Lou Lou, Noosh Nosh, Checks Cafe, Highland Morning, Gospel Bird, Butchertown Grocery and the Red Barn Kitchen.

For more info, check out their Facebook page.

Here’s a 2014 video from the event.

RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR

90 COMMENTS

  1. I see you don’t monetize your site, don’t waste your traffic,
    you can earn additional bucks every month because you’ve got
    high quality content. If you want to know how to make
    extra bucks, search for: Boorfe’s tips best adsense alternative

  3. Hmm is anyone else having problems with the pictures on this blog loading?

    I’m trying to find out if its a problem on my end or if it’s the blog.

    Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

  4. Hi, I do believe this is a great site. I stumbledupon it 😉
    I will return yet again since I bookmarked it. Money and freedom is the best way to change, may you be rich and continue to guide others.

  5. Your style is really unique compared to other folks I have read stuff from.
    Thanks for posting when you’ve got the opportunity, Guess I’ll just bookmark this web site.

  6. I have been surfing on-line more than three hours today, but I by no means discovered any
    fascinating article like yours. It’s pretty value enough for me.
    In my opinion, if all webmasters and bloggers made
    excellent content as you probably did, the net will
    be much more helpful than ever before.

  7. Hello! I could have sworn I’ve been to this website before but after checking through some of the
    post I realized it’s new to me. Anyways, I’m definitely delighted I found it and I’ll be bookmarking and
    checking back frequently!

  13. May I simply just say what a comfort to discover
    an individual who genuinely knows what they are discussing over
    the internet. You actually understand how to bring a problem to light and make it important.
    A lot more people have to check this out and understand this side of your story.
    I was surprised that you are not more popular because you definitely have the gift.

  16. Do you mind if I quote a couple of your posts as long as I provide
    credit and sources back to your weblog? My blog site is in the exact same
    area of interest as yours and my users would genuinely benefit from
    a lot of the information you provide here. Please let me know
    if this alright with you. Regards!

  17. Greetings! Quick question that’s completely off topic. Do you know how to make your site
    mobile friendly? My site looks weird when viewing from my apple iphone.
    I’m trying to find a theme or plugin that might be able to correct
    this issue. If you have any suggestions, please share.
    Thank you!

  19. Thanks for the marvelous posting! I certainly enjoyed reading it,
    you’re a great author. I will always bookmark your blog and may
    come back later in life. I want to encourage that you continue your great job, have a nice holiday weekend!

    adreamoftrains web host

  22. Thanks for every other informative website. Where else
    may I am getting that kind of info written in such a perfect way?
    I’ve a undertaking that I am simply now running on, and I’ve been at the glance out for such information.
    cheap flights 3gqLYTc

  23. Magnificent goods from you, man. I have understand your stuff previous to
    and you’re just extremely fantastic. I actually like what
    you have acquired here, certainly like what you’re saying and the way in which you say
    it. You make it entertaining and you still take care of to
    keep it wise. I can not wait to read much more from you.

    This is actually a wonderful site.

  24. Wow that was unusual. I just wrote an very long comment but after I clicked submit my comment didn’t appear.
    Grrrr… well I’m not writing all that over again. Anyway,
    just wanted to say superb blog!

  39. Hi, i think that i saw you visited my website so i came to “return the favor”.I’m attempting to find things to improve my
    site!I suppose its ok to use some of your ideas!!

  41. Oh my goodness! Awesome article dude! Thanks, However I am going through difficulties with
    your RSS. I don’t understand why I can’t subscribe to it.
    Is there anyone else getting similar RSS issues? Anybody who
    knows the answer will you kindly respond? Thanks!!

LEAVE A REPLY