Smokin’ the competition: Holy Smoke cleans up at barbecue contest

Redmond's Knights of Columbus Council 8102 — also known as Holy Smoke in the barbecue world — won three first places (chicken, ribs and brisket) and the People's Choice Award at last Saturday's contest at the Bothell Knights of Columbus location.

Redmond’s Knights of Columbus Council 8102 — also known as Holy Smoke in the barbecue world — won three first places (chicken, ribs and brisket) and the People’s Choice Award at last Saturday’s contest at the Bothell Knights of Columbus location.

About 350 people attended the event, which featured nine Knights council barbecue teams and an apple-pie contest.