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Smoke is the time-honored way to add flavor to anything you cook. In ancient times, smoke was used to preserve meat for long periods of time. Nowadays, we use it to enhance the flavor of meats by adding wood to the fire. Good smoke is produced by a variety of hardwoods that are low in resin and ...

A day in the life of a pitmaster is filled with smoke, heat, and barbecue. Pitmasters need to be prepared to be able to tell their left from their right because they spend just as much time on one side of the grill as you do on the other. Whether it's ribs or chicken, they're constantly flipping ...

Grilling out is a favorite pastime of many Americans because it turns food preparation and cooking into a social event, and who doesn't love that? While there's nothing like having a backyard barbeque with family and friends, sometimes we want to get away, whether it's to a campground, a nearby ...

Let’s be frank, if Midwesterners know anything, it’s how to adapt to any weather condition. We are prone to rain, wind, sun, heat, and snow, sometimes all on the same day! Sadly, it’s that time of the year where we have to wear our parkas instead of our flip-flops. But just because the temperature ...

Nobody can deny the challenges the world has faced this year with the pandemic. If there’s a silver lining it’s in the way families, individuals, and businesses have adapted to the changes, more people are staying home than ever before and family time around the table. If you’re stuck in a rut when ...

A favorite American pastime, a summer rite of passage, a tradition, a family affair, it doesn’t matter how you look at it, barbecues have a longstanding history, and for good reason! Who doesn’t love BBQ? But did you know BBQ actually began when a human ancestor called Homo erectus began cooking ...

There’s nothing quite like the smooth, smoky flavors of BBQ followed by an ice-cold refreshing beer! Alcohol and BBQ go hand in hand, so if you’re not a beer fan, there are many other BBQ and alcohol pairings out that might just strike your fancy. Read below to find your perfect liquor and barbecue ...

There is no denying that January in Illinois can be cold and dreary and while it’s easy to hibernate and stay inside, there are plenty of events going on at Southbank Orginal Barbecue to entice you to get out of your pajamas and enjoy the month. Whether you are looking to tap into your inner ...

“People who love to eat are always the best people.” ~ Julia Child When it comes to your event you want things to be perfect and run smoothly, but you also want it to be memorable for your guests. Events are created to bring people together and celebrate an occasion and what better way to bring ...

Smoking meat has not only become a passionate hobby for many but is also the theme of thousands of successful restaurants across the country. I mean, who doesn’t love a great meal of barbequed ribs and chicken! There are countless books written on smoking meat, but it’s a much simpler process than ...