Takes a Village Cook Off Tent is owned and operated by a coalition of Black businessmen with over 15 years of leadership and excellence. Proudly associated with the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo World Championship Cookoff Competition since 2002, our award-winning pit-masters were Grand Champions at HLSR World Championship Cookoff Competition and Memphis in May, among other premier competitions. We bring serious craftsmanship, proven results, and an unforgettable experience—because excellence is never accidental.