Local Breweries Renew Rivalry, Support Charity

Taco Challenge

“This won’t be the last time we do battle.”

In what has developed into a friendly rivalry, Burnt Timber Brewing & Tavern in Wolfeboro and Twin Barns Brewing in Meredith recently ‘battled’ one another again. This time, the stakes were who had the best taco in what was formally dubbed  Brewery Taco Challenge. “We lost by one vote, but I think there may have been some foul play involved because this took place at Twin Barns,” laughed Eddie Michno, owner and head brewer of Burnt Timber. “This won’t be the last time, though, that we do battle.”

While designed as a fun experience for customers from across the Lakes Region and beyond, this battle also featured a philanthropic component, as $700 was raised for Make-a-Wish New Hampshire. “Any time we do these kinds of events with Twin Barns or another local organization, we try to turn fun into charity,” said Michno. “Make-a-Wish New Hampshire is a great nonprofit that does a lot of good for kids in tough circumstances…I’m glad Dave [Picarillo] at Twin Barns and I can partner up again to make a difference while creating a great community event.”

Regarding what was served at the Brewery Taco Challenge, Burnt Timber served smoked short rib tacos with BBQ sauce, pickled onion, cojita and bama slaw. Twin Barns served duck confit tacos with fresh arugula, goat cheese and dark cherry gastrique. As for a rematch, Michno said he expects it to take place at Burnt Timber. He also noted he ‘stole’ a chef of the year trophy from Twin Barns’ Executive Chef Shawn Deegan that he might want back. “He’ll have to come and get it,” laughed Michno.

About Burnt Timber Brewing & Tavern

Located at 96 Lehner St, Wolfeboro, NH, Burnt Timber is a brewery restaurant known for rotating craft beer, full cocktail menu, slow cooked food (slow food), and small party catering. We feature fermented vegetables and salt-cured meats we smoke over apple wood. We partner with local businesses like Katie’s Kitchen, Wotton Farm, Corvus Cairn Farm, Niman Ranch and others to provide our patrons with the very best seasonal food.

We donate to charities like Make-A-Wish® New Hampshire and others, because we believe we get back what we give. We have a bike club, running club, and mug club, and we feature private dining, catering menu, and live music throughout the year, including in the summer in our new outside beer garden with an open-flame outdoor kitchen.