Become the Grill Mayor of 2012

Posted on July 18, 2012 by Big Wayner by | Leave a comment

Think you have what it takes to be a true master of the grill? Think you have all of the skills to master the flame? Think you have the chops to turn out perfect chops, burgers, and steaks? Well now is your chance to prove it. McCormick® has partnered with Food Network for a contest to find the Grill Mayor of 2012. Continue reading →

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BBQ Pitmasters In Their Own Words: C-Dub’s Corruption BBQ Crew

Posted on July 17, 2012 by Big Wayner by | 5 Comments

I have to say that I enjoyed Season 3 of BBQ Pitmasters far more than Season 2.  I hope you all were able to watch and participate in the Unofficially Official BBQ Pitmasters Drinking Game.  While I was lucky enough to attend the season finale filming in Lexington, NC, it’s still an outsider’s perspective.  People really want to know this one question: “What was it like being on BBQ Pitmasters?”  Luckily, I’ve found some people willing to share their story.

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Review: Plowboys Sweet 180 Barbeque Sauce

Posted on July 16, 2012 by abowman by | 2 Comments

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Taking the Meatrakes for a Spin (and a Rake)

Posted on July 10, 2012 by Big Wayner by | 6 Comments

Have you come across a tool or gadget that made you wish you would have gotten your hands on sooner?  Today’s review is of one of those products.  Let’s check out The Meatrakes.  A big thanks to Chris Johnson (aka Spyder J) for sending me these to use. Continue reading →

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Recap: BBQ Pitmasters Season 3 Finale – Final Drink Count

Posted on July 2, 2012 by Big Wayner by | 2 Comments

Lexington, NC was the site for the finale for BBQ Pitmasters Season 3.  This episode brought the winners from the previous 5 episodes together in the self-proclaimed BBQ Capital of the US to determine who would be the winner of the $50,000 prize as well as a spot in the Kingsford Invitational. 

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BBQ Pitmasters Season Finale, Plus Episode 5 Recap

Posted on July 1, 2012 by Big Wayner by | Leave a comment

The finale for Season 3 of BBQ Pitmasters is tonight.  It was filmed in Lexington, NC at the BBQ Capital Cook Off, and the contestants in this episode are cooking pork shoulder and spare ribs.  This episode will feature the winners from the previous 5 episodes:

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A Big Welcome to Big Al

Posted on June 25, 2012 by Big Wayner by | 1 Comment

If you’ve been keeping up for the last month and a half, you’ll notice that there is a new contributor on here.  I should have introduced him much sooner, but I’m a slacker.  So better late than never.  Please give a big welcome to Alan Bowman!

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Review: Drapers BBQ Smokin’ Sauce (revisited)

Posted on June 25, 2012 by abowman by | 2 Comments

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Burger King’s Memphis BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich: What Was I Thinking?

Posted on June 24, 2012 by Big Wayner by | 7 Comments

I admit it.  I’m a BBQ snob.  Or, more accurately, I have standards.  I expect good BBQ pork (whether it’s chopped, pulled, or slice) to be moist, tender, and flavorful.  I also be able to taste the pork.  So I’ve been hearing all the buzz about the Memphis BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich from Burger King…

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Hog Heaven Smokehouse Heat BBQ Sauce

Posted on June 23, 2012 by Big Wayner by | Leave a comment

If you recall sometime back, I did a dual review of sauces from Hog Heaven BBQ Sauces.  Today’s review is also from Hog Heaven BBQ Sauces – Smokehouse Heat

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