Like many people, Chicago-based illustrator Kevin Budnik came to Memphis to compete for barbecue glory during the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest.
Unlike most people, though, he drew a full-length comic about his trip.
(by Kevin Budnik)
His cooking team, which was made up of journalists, had an excellent name – On Asswinement.
You can see Kevin's full comic here.
(Thanks to @bluejeangourmet for the tip!)
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9:24 pm
Sunrise over Arkansas?