BBQ Mastery package - June 28 through July 1,

 THE GREENBRIER RESORT HEATS UP SUMMER WITH BBQ MASTERY OFFERING

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va, May 12, 2009 – This summer, The Greenbrier resort is once again firing up the charcoal and inviting the kitchen-shy and grill-savvy alike to experience the BBQ Mastery package.  Offered from June 28 through July 1, 2009 and led by Dr. BBQ, Ray Lampe, the culinary event will offer a crash course in grilling and barbecuing as well as new techniques for the at-home aficionado. 

The program will be led by one of the nation’s most well-known barbecuers, Ray Lampe, who has years of experience and won numerous awards for his barbecue expertise.  Lampe, also known as Dr. BBQ, has written four cookbooks, taught BBQ cooking classes throughout the country, and currently writes the “Ask Dr. BBQ Column” for Fiery Foods and BBQ Magazine. 

The three-night BBQ Mastery package will include demonstrations and hands-on classes held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the property’s state-of-the-art kitchen, daily lunch tastings in the classroom, a welcome reception and premier accommodations nightly.  Class topics may include Whole Hog Demo, How to Build a Fire That Lasts, Chicken and Ribs, and Rub Making.  For those who can’t take the heat, the schedule will allow respite from the kitchen with plenty of free time in the afternoon to enjoy the more than 50 activities at The Greenbrier.

Rates for the package begin at $2,380, excluding resort fee and taxes.  Prices include three nights’ room accommodations, welcome reception, demonstrations, hands-on classes, and daily lunch in the classroom.  The class size is limited to 50 students.  For additional information on the BBQ Mastery or to register for the event, please call 800-228-5049 or visit www.greenbrier.com.

About The Greenbrier resort:

Residing on 6,500-acres of lush landscape in West Virginia’s Allegheny Mountains, The Greenbrier is an award-winning resort which has been offering a welcoming home to its guests since 1778.  This National Historic Landmark, also known as America’s Resort, provides a world-class haven for discerning business guests and sophisticated leisure travelers.  A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts and founding member of Historic Hotels of America, The Greenbrier’s amenities and services include elegant meeting and event space, a variety of fine restaurants and bars and access to more than 50 recreational activities including three championship golf courses and the resort’s luxurious 40,000 square-foot Spa.  Guests and visitors can also avail of The Greenbrier Clinic, which has been providing comprehensive medical expertise since 1948.  For more information or reservations, please visit www.greenbrier.com or call 800-624-6070.