BBQ Boot Camp coming up on March 17 -18 2012

BBQ Boot Camp coming up on March 17 -18 2012

It seems that we have pulled it off again! Chris Marks, has consented to be the instructor for our next BBQ Boot Camp. For those of  you who might have been undecided up until now we want to remind you that the BBQ Boot Camp is coming up on March 17 – 18th.  There are only 30 slots for the BBQ Boot Camp and we strongly encourage those of you who would want to be in this camp with a 9 times KCBS BBQ competition champ to get your registrations in before the slots are all gone. We look forward to hearing from you and hope to see you in March!

Here is the synopsis of the event:

Day 1: Ribs and Chicken

Do you want to learn how to smoke delicious, competition-quality ribs and chicken with instructor Chris Marks of Three Little Pigs?! Each student will get his or her own slab of baby back ribs, a chicken breast and a chicken thigh to prepare. Chris, an American Royal champion many times over, will take you through the entire smoking process and cover topics such as different types of smokers and common mistakes when smoking. Students will eat mouth-watering smoked chicken for lunch and take a “smoked to perfection” slab of baby back ribs home.

Topics Covered:

Baby back ribs from start to finish.(Hands-on)
Chicken from start to finish. (Hands-on)

  •  Types of BBQ grills and BBQ smokers
  •  BBQ techniques
  •  Types of  charcoal
  •  Fuel
  •  Common mistakes
  •  And much more!

Fee: $75 per person per day

*Includes one slab of baby back ribs, one chicken breast and one chicken thigh per person. Also includes instruction, additional refreshments, rubs, sauces, tools and use of equipment.

Day 2: Briskets and Butts

In this sequel to the chicken and ribs class, Chris Marks will teach you how to smoke incredible beef brisket and pork butt. Lunch will be provided. Students will take any leftover brisket or pulled pork home at the end of class.  Chris will leave no stone unturned in this in-depth tutorial. The class will be divided into four parts:

I. Cuts of Meat
a. Briskets
b. Pork Butts
II. Preparation
a. Marinades
b. Rubs
c. Injection
III. Cooking Techniques
IV. Finishing Techniques

Fee: $75 per person per day

(Class is limited to the first 30 people registered)
Times:  10am – 3pm each day (class usually ends before 3pm–however, due to variations in cooking times, class may last through 3pm)

BBQ Boot Camp coming up on March 17 -18 2012

For those of you who attended last year, we welcome you back again to further hone your cooking skills. For those who have never attended one of our BBQ Boot Camps, you will be amazed at the breadth and depth of what you will learn!

You can download this PDF, an application for registration which is a “fillable document” that you can complete, print and sent it back to us.


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How to produce great BBQ – Get started with a quality smoker

How to produce great BBQ – Get started with a quality smoker

Having the proper tool is an often heard phrase.  So, when we think of tools to create good tasting BBQ, we can think of a lot of tools. The one that makes the biggest difference in so many ways is the smoker.  Why? Well, if you are over the age of 30 and have used cheap grills and smokers for some time, you know that they have a limited lifetime and that getting a good, consistent heat level is an elusive goal.  If you think about the value of this tool, dependability(lifespan) and heat consistency are the two primary values but are not limited to just that. Cooking on a grill or smoker where there are hot spots that you have to deal with can be a real problem and that problem is one that has to be dealt with all the time or worked around. Having a tool such as The Good-One, Pony Express lets you make BBQ that is cooked to perfection on a consistent basis.

We had a BBQ Boot Camp back in March and let’s listen to what one of the participants who decided to buy a Pony Express at the end of the class had to say:

How to produce great BBQ – Get started with a quality smoker

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The Good One Smokers

The Good One Smokers

This video was created by Ace of Hearts BBQ Specialties to help promote “The Good Onesmoker. The Good One smokers are a great addition for the serious enthusiast who is looking for better performance and consistency with less work!

If you find yourself in a position to benefit from this standard of smoker, give us a call and we’ll be happy to talk to you about which model is best suited for your needs. Just think about it, you do the prep, start the smoker and depending on what you are cooking, you can go back and check it, 3 – 4 hours later. Plenty of time to watch the game or treat yourself to that well deserved nap!

Keep in mind that our next BBQ Bootcamp is March 17th and 18th with Chris Marks being the instructor for that event. If you are considering participating in the KCBS competition circuit, this is a great chance to learn from Chris Marks, a 9 time champion!

Be sure to check out the video!

The Good One Smokers

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Notes from the BBQ Side

Notes from the BBQ Side

Just a few excerpts from the BBQ Guys Grilling show on the last day of the year.

Chill on this last day of 2011 and listen to the December 31st, 2011 The Grillin’ Guys show.  Happy New Year Grillin’ Fanaticks!

Segment 6: The guys talk to Hal Wagner of Charcoal N’ More in Sellersburg, Indiana about his Rogue Voo Doo Doughnut Bacon Maple Ale (brewed in Oregon) available at his store. The guys then dish out their Cheddar Bacon Ranch Pulls, a perfect snack for your New Years Eve party! 

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Segment 10: The guys talk to Joe Rately, President of Ace of Hearts Barbecue, about a salute to the company for being the title sponsor of the show. The show then wraps up with a song by an up and coming country artist live in studio named Kari Jean Lynch and the Kari Lynch Band.

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 Notes from the BBQ Side

 

 

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The Good One Chuckwagon BBQ Grill to debut at Northside Christian

The Good One Chuckwagon BBQ Grill to debut at Northside Christian

This coming Friday at 6 p.m. we will be grilling shish-kabob at the Northside Christian Church on Grantline Road in New Albany. It is the first time we will be using our new trailer mounted, Chuckwagon Smoker-Grill.

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Chuckwagon smoker-grill

It promises to be a very interesting event as it is being billed as “Wild Game Tasting and Traditional Dinner“.  So, if you really want to take a walk on the wild side of gastronomical goodness, come see us there.

This smoker-grill is one of the larger units for cooking for larger groups of friends, family, customers or the public.

This is a smoker-grill that we will be renting out to BBQ enthusiasts so they can use and enjoy the best of what there is in all things BBQ. You can call 812-248-2233 to find out rental details!

The Good One Chuckwagon BBQ Grill to debut at Northside Christian

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Louisville BBQ Eateries can be hiding

Louisville BBQ Eateries can be hiding

We are always interested in local BBQ eateries that feature foods that are grilled or smoked that can be made in large part with some of the elements that we offer. There is a restaurant in Louisville that opened this summer and is not what we would typically choose as a BBQ eatery, but we would expect that they are still building a clientele. Take a look at some of the menu items shown in this article on Consuming Louisville that talks about “Hillbilly Tea”.  If you have been there or do go there in the next little bit of time, come back and write a mini-review of the food as a response, especially these two items :

scrambled smoked tofu**
served w/ scone & clover honey

or

smoked chicken salad
on mixed greens w/ stale bread

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Louisville BBQ Eateries can be hiding

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Here come The Grillin’ Guys right down BBQ Lane!

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We have some great friends, Grillin’ Guys in the north that put on a great show talking about all things BBQ! Here is an excerpt of their most recent show including some links to their podcasts

Here come The Grillin’ Guys right down BBQ Lane! Listen to the December 10th, 2011 The Grillin’ Guys show.

Segment 1: The guys are live from the WBBL Studios as they start the show off by talking about a Citrus Goose recipe, as well as some cold weather grilling tips.

Listen: Segment 1

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Segment 2: The guys talk to Tina Marie Greene from Kissing Rock Kitchens about her Ukrainian Beef Stroganoff recipe from her restaurant. Tina also talks about her business and how her classes have become so successful.

Listen: Segment 2

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Segment 3: The guys talk about some grilling Christmas gift ideas.

Listen: Segment 3

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Segment 4:The guys talk to Jon Russo from Russo’s Wine House about a big event happening at his store this weekend. Jon also talks about the history of his business and how it is still running successfully today. Producer Bryan Fongers also drops in to talk to the guys about the upcoming Bowl Season in College Football.

Listen: Segment 4

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Segment 5: The guys talk to Chris Marks from the Ace of Hearts Barbecue Team about how smoking your meat on the grill is perfect for the cold weather season.

Listen: Segment 5

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Segment 6: The guys talk to Wally Maurer from The Domain Berrien Estate Wines about his business and what makes it so unique. Wally also brings in some of his wines available at his winery, and Wally talks about some wines that go well with the holiday season.

Listen: Segment 6

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Segment 7: The guys talk to Doug Dorda from Siciliano’s Market about some Holiday beers that go well for the Christmas season available at his store. BBQ Bob then talks about his wife’s Prime Rib recipe perfect for Christmas.

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Segment 8: The guys talk to Tim Noyes from K&M Northfield Dodge about a special going on at his car dealership that salutes the outdoorsman and their hunting needs.

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Segment 9: The guys talk to Army Major Steve Prince about the Camp Cuervo Archery Club that the military provides for their soldiers with the help of Al & Bob’s Sports.

Listen: Segment 9

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Segment 10: The guys bring back Wally Maurer in to talk about the best winter wines available at his store. BBQ Bob also gives out a special Chuck Norris “Man Law” on a man NEVER wearing any women’s clothing. The show then wraps up with a song by our good friend, Billy Craig, called, “Beautiful People.”

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10 Best BBQ Sauces

10 Best BBQ Sauces

In a recent article found in the “gourmet food” section, Three Little Pigs BBQ Sauce came in seventh overall in the barbecue sauce competition. Below you will find a copy of that review and just points up the fact that if you haven’t tried the Three Little Pigs BBQ Sauce, you owe it to yourself and your family to give it a try!

Call us today or visit our on-line store to get your award winning BBQ Sauce!

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7. Three Little Pigs Huff and Puff Competition BBQ SauceIf it’s classic Kansas City BBQ you crave, then Three Little Pigs Huff and Puff Competition BBQ Sauce belongs in your pantry, and on whatever you’re throwing on your grill. The multiple award-winning sauce earned a 5-star review from Barbecues & Grilling Guide Derrick Riches. Gluten free. Find it online at BBQIslandInc.com. Price: $7.95/19.5 oz

Courtesy of Ace of Hearts BBQ Specialties

10 Best BBQ Sauces

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First official BBQ weekend of the summer!

We are going to give away a “Three Pack” of Three Little Pigs BBQ Sauce, three times a day this holiday weekend. Continue reading

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All Things BBQ – 1st May podcast from The Grilling Guys

The is episode is about Michigan Wines, specifically a jalapeno wine! Also, there is conversation about cooking bananas and peaches for dessert. Continue reading

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All Things BBQ – The Grilling Guys Podcast show

All Things BBQ – The Grilling Guys Podcast show
April 30, 2011 Show
by BBQ Bob

Better than tangy BBQ sauce! This show is lip smakin’ good!  Listen to the April 30th, 2011 The Grillin’ Guys show.  It is “Michigan Wine Month”
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