Good pork, good pairings, and good people. Last Friday night, the Oklahoma Pork Council hosted one of our most beloved annual events with great views both inside and outside the VAST grand dining room. Surveying the sold-out crowd during Bacon and Bourbon showed countless smiles as pig farmers and friends enjoyed a sparkling night of comradery. Then - once the early evening storms cleared away - the view from VAST's 50th floor revealed the breathtaking night lights of Oklahoma City in November.

The five-course pork meal created by VAST chef Paul Langer was noted as one of the best in recent memory. From Pork Belly Reuben and Bacon Upside-Down Cake to Smoked Pork Loin and a Bacon-Chocolate Brownie - there was no shortage of pork throughout the evening. Each course was expertly paired with a Penelope Bourbon selected by Republic National Distribution Company's Bruce Upthegrove.

Thanks to all our producers and supporters who made Bacon and Bourbon a night to remember!