photo by Nubar Alexanian

I’ve posted this story before – but it is a good one so worth repeating. It’s a link to an essay written and read by Jason Sheehan, “a James Beard Award-winning restaurant critic for Denver’s Westword newspaper. His barbeque obsession began at 16 with a trip to Hercules Chicken and Ribs in his hometown of Rochester, New York.”

To my mind it is a beautifully written tribute about something that is basic to many of us. A sense of what’s what and how’s how. I’m grateful that he wrote this and to the NPR series “This I believe.” for hosting it.

Click to read:

There Is No Such Thing as Too Much Barbecue

I do recommend you also hear the author read his work:

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Thanks and tip o’the hat to Rod & Sheri Gray who compete at KCBS events as Pellet Envy and posted this on: ALL THINGS BARBEQUE

The most important secret to great tasting grilled foods – shouldn’t be a secret at all! While grilling is fun, cleaning up after your barbecue isn’t always the best part of the meal.

Our friend, Guest Chef Marvin Woods, shares some tips that will help make clean up a breeze and improve the taste of food you prepare on your grill – next time!

You’ll need Windows Media Player or Quicktime to listen to the Podcast by clicking on the link below:

A Clean Grill is the Secret

For grillers on the go, tailgating foods should be easy to prepare, quick to cook and require minimal clean-up, after all, when you’re gathering with friends and family before a big game or race, timing is critical!

Our friend Chef Marvin Woods shares a quick tailgating recipe you can use on the go.

You’ll need Windows Media Player or Quicktime to listen to the Podcast by clicking on the link below:

Quick Tailgating Recipe

What makes grilling different from other styles of cooking is that it’s all about ritual. Grilling and barbeques are a quintessential part of the American summer, and it involves more than cooking meat over an open flame. It’s a time-honored process of marinating, smoking, seasoning and grilling – all while sharing good conversation. Our friend Chef Marvin Woods advises you how to have the ultimate grilling experience.

You’ll need Windows Media Player or Quicktime to listen to the Podcast by clicking on the link below:

Rituals for the Ultimate Grilling Experience

You don’t have to spend a fortune to throw a great backyard party this summer. When the weather is fine, just hanging outdoors with good friends for an evening of lively conversation, a few beers and a simple dinner off the grill is the perfect recipe for a casual weekend get-together. Our friend Chef Marvin Woods will tell you how you can entertain outdoors on a budget.

You’ll need Windows Media Player or Quicktime to listen to the Podcast by clicking on the link below:

Entertaining Outdoors on a Budget

Hosting a barbecue is a great way to gather friends and family with minimal fuss for maximum fun. On warm summer evenings, there’s just nothing better than gathering around the grill.

And it’s one of the best ways to have a party that’s memorable - and stress-free.

You’ll need Windows Media Player or Quicktime to listen to the Podcast by clicking on the link below:

Host & Enjoy the Party