Images and information courtesy by Andrea Echeverría
Next Saturday, November 15, the air at the Cantabria Country Club will be filled with the aroma of the grill, fellowship, and solidarity during the highly anticipated fifth edition of the “BBQ Challenge Xela 2025”, a gastronomic event organized by the Rotary Club La Ermita Guatemala, in alliance with the Rotary Club Quetzaltenango and the Rotary Club Los Altos.
This activity is held to benefit the social works developed by both Rotary clubs in favor of education, housing, and the well-being of vulnerable communities in the western region of the country.
With the support of renowned brands such as Botran, Carnes San Martín, La Cuisine, Mariner, Honda, Parma, Nativo, Insoft, Saborología, and Waterbear, among others, the BBQ Challenge is consolidated as one of the most important philanthropic activities in the region, combining gastronomy, family togetherness, and social commitment.
Starting at noon, attendees can enjoy an "All You Can Eat" event, where 20 grilling teams will compete amicably to offer the best meat preparations, seasonings, and flavors. The event will feature live music, a family area, and spaces designed for enjoyment in a safe, cheerful, and purposeful environment.
Tickets are now available through TikiLife.com, with a donation of Q220 for adults, Q120 for youth, and Q80 for children. All funds raised will be allocated to the social works of the organizing Rotary clubs.
The Rotary Club Los Altos and the Rotary Club Quetzaltenango have worked for years on long-term initiatives that promote education, health, and sustainable development. Through local and international alliances, their projects have benefited thousands of people in low-resource communities in the Guatemalan highlands.
“The BBQ Challenge is much more than a gastronomic event; it is a celebration of solidarity. Every dish served represents an opportunity to change lives,” expressed the organizing clubs. “We deeply thank all the sponsors, volunteers, and attendees who make this dream possible year after year.”
The BBQ Challenge has not only become a cherished tradition for Quetzaltenango families but also a meeting point that promotes the values of friendship, cooperation, and service that distinguish Rotary International. With its cheerful and supportive spirit, this event reflects the power of community when it unites for a common cause: improving the lives of those who need it most.
ℹ️ Event Details
* 📅 Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
* 🕛 Time: Starting from 12:00 p.m. onwards
* 📍 Location: Cantabria Country Club, Quetzaltenango
* 🎟 Tickets: Available at TikiLife.com
* 🎯 Proceeds Benefit: Social works of the organizing Rotary clubs
Rotary Club La Ermita Guatemala · Rotary Club Quetzaltenango · Rotary Club Los Altos
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