To Foil or Not To Foil…That Is The Question

So there are two sides to every argument…or so they say.
And never before has this been more evident then the ongoing battle between the forces of good and evil–or as I like to call them, the “Foilers” vs. the “Non-Foilers.”
The epic struggle between the “Foilers” and the “Non-Foilers” has waged for years in this deep [...]

My First Trip To Indy

So you might be wondering why in the world I’m talking about the INDY 500 on a Barbecue blog — well that’s easy…
You see, I think sporting events and barbecue go hand and hand–simple as that!
I mean think about it–sporting events and barbecuing are a gathering of people coming together enjoying good times, good food [...]

Things Are Cooking Here in Indy

Hey Guys and Gals,
So have you ever Que’d with just straight cherry wood? Well thats what I’m doing out here in Indy and I’ve been told it might turn out a bitter. I sure hope not.
So anyway, I’ve been tending the smoker since 5 Am this morning and I’m just about to pull [...]

I Am Barbecue….

OK so the BBQ Freak has packed up the family “Truckster” and he’s heading out to Indianapolis, Indiana to catch the Indy 500.

That’s right–I’ve got the smokers loaded, the lump charcoal, the chimney starter all the coolers and my brand new banner ( which I will show you pretty soon. I’m really proud of it. [...]

Your Wish Is My Command…

OK guys, maybe my last post about what an Opera singing cellular phone salesman from London has to do with Barbecue was a little over the top…?
We’ll I promised to give you my thoughts on the topic but I wont talk about that today.
No sir re–instead I’d like to know what you [...]

Riddle Me This BBQ Freak–What Does The Coolest Guy On The Planet Have To Do With Barbecue…?

So Bill, what the heck does a Opera singing cell phone salesman from London have to do with Barbecue…?
Well my friend I’m glad you asked, but you see–I want to hear what you think!
What are your thoughts on this perplexing subject…
It could be anything… I really want you to think long and hard and come [...]

Happy National BBQ Month!

Did you know the month of May is actually National BBQ Month?
Well if you’re a BBQ Freak like me– you probably did.
If you didn’t– not a problem, this is what I’m here for.
Finally, a holiday where you don’t have to run out the day before ( or in some cases the day of) and scrounge [...]

Here’s to A Smokin’ Good Mother’s Day

Today we celebrate the women who have brought you and I into this world! ( As my Mom still points out on occasion– she can also take me out–but that’s another story).
Today there are tons of barbecue celebrations all over the country in honor of Mom–as there should be!
I mean after all your mom helped [...]

If Ribs Could Fly…Part 2 of “Do You Remember When You Fell In Love With Barbecue?

So the last time I left you I was sitting on the plane heading back to Philly licking my fingers and wondering how and when I could get my hands on more Dreamland ribs.
The first thing I did when I got home was hit the computer to find Dreamland’s website. ( I think it took [...]

An Amazing Interview With William Wall Of Billy Bones BBQ!

 
Yesterday I had an awesome interview with a guy I consider a mentor and a good friend, William Wall of Billy Bones BBQ.
Now Billy Bones isn’t a guy who pulls any punches or hides behind so called “secrets.” No sir re.
 
In fact, one of the main themes I took from our conversation yesterday was [...]

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