Cooking on a kettle grill brings back memories of what it was like before I purchased a dedicated smoker and how I used to make pretty good BBQ on just that one simple piece of equipment. Not everyone has a smoker, but most folks have a kettle-style grill of some sort. So in honor of Labor Day, here is a little something for you to try.
Continue reading...Monday, August 10, 2009
I got an email one day that asked if I was interested in coming up with a BBQ sauce using Pepsi’s new product Pepsi Natural. I’m a real big fan of Pepsi Throwback and of colas in general, so the proposition was somewhat intriguing. I’ve have seen cola BBQ sauces around and was always interested [...]
Continue reading...Friday, July 3, 2009
So much has been going on since my last post… There was Fathers Day, a bunch of graduations, birthdays, the Summer Equinox and now the 4th is this weekend. Long weekends are perfect for barbecuing, especially now that June gloom has dissipated and our weather has warmed up. I’m currently working on making some rub and [...]
Continue reading...Friday, May 22, 2009
The unofficial start of summer is this weekend and what better way to kick things off than with a barbeque. Get out that power sprayer and grill brush and be ready to go in no time. I’m looking for a couple of recipes to try out this weekend. I smoked some pulled pork and beer can [...]
Continue reading...Monday, May 11, 2009
One of the most simple and effortless things to BBQ in your smoker is the classic fatty (also spelled fattie). These little gems are guaranteed to make you a couple of new friends, as long as you are willing to share. And why not? We all know that BBQ is all about sharing… and, of [...]
Continue reading...Thursday, May 7, 2009
The 2nd Annual Que’n for Kids BBQ competition is happening this Saturday May 9 at the Orange County Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa. This is a very fun event for both attendees and competitors… and you can feel good about it, as the proceeds go towards Kristie’s Foundation which benefits terminally ill children. There will be [...]
Continue reading...Tuesday, May 5, 2009
The Los Angeles BBQ Festival is happening this weekend (May 9 & 10) in the parking lot right next to the Santa Monica Pier. The tickets cost you $10 per day or $50 dollars for the VIP Pass. The VIP pass guarantees access to “express” lines, admission for the weekend and a couple of other [...]
Continue reading...Friday, May 1, 2009
I found this great mini-documentary that details the daily life Dr. BBQ. It’s the side of the story that never gets told and shows how dedicated the professionals are to this culture. It may not get you hungry but it will get you inspired. Now, go trim your meat, and start the heat.
Continue reading...Saturday, April 18, 2009
The answer is a hit reality show that is looking to cast family with competition BBQ in their blood. Actually, only one member needs to be a competition BBQ’r. You also need to have at least one child that is between the ages of 7 and 17. You know how that old saying goes… a [...]
Continue reading...Monday, March 16, 2009
That’s right, there is a BBQ Judging class this weekend at Throw Backs Bar & Grill in Anaheim. These events are quite a rarity in SoCal and this one only has five spots left (as of this morning). BBQ Judging classes aren’t just about judging, you learn a lot about BBQ tradition and competition… and [...]
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Monday, September 7, 2009
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