Recommendations for a barbeque course in the US?
Jan 3, 2011 | 2:11 pm
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Recommendations for a barbeque course in the US?
I've gradually been teaching myself barbeque and grilling over the past two summers, however I am not at the point where I would benefit from some proper tutition and expert tips. Has anyone been on any courses in the US they would recommend?
As I'd be travelling over from London something over a weekend would be ideal. No real preferences on location as the BA/AA partnership means I have most places covered.
Thanks for any help.
As I'd be travelling over from London something over a weekend would be ideal. No real preferences on location as the BA/AA partnership means I have most places covered.
Thanks for any help.
Jan 3, 2011 | 3:56 pm
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I have heard good things about "The Institute": http://www.bbqinstitute.com/
Might be worth taking a look at.
Might be worth taking a look at.
Jan 3, 2011 | 4:45 pm
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I would say that it depends on what type of BBQ you would like.
South (Southeast US):
Pork cuts primarily
Sauces are primarily vinegar and mustard based
Midwest (Kansas City):
Pork and Beef
Sauces are primarily tomato based
Texas:
Beef cuts (brisket, beef ribs)
Sauces primarily sweet tomato based
Then base your classes from those places, in general. The best BBQ course I can think of is befriending a small southern restaurant and getting all the education for free.
South (Southeast US):
Pork cuts primarily
Sauces are primarily vinegar and mustard based
Midwest (Kansas City):
Pork and Beef
Sauces are primarily tomato based
Texas:
Beef cuts (brisket, beef ribs)
Sauces primarily sweet tomato based
Then base your classes from those places, in general. The best BBQ course I can think of is befriending a small southern restaurant and getting all the education for free.
Jan 3, 2011 | 6:00 pm
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I have friends who studied with Dr BBQ and they have won several competitions since.
http://www.drbbq.com/
http://www.drbbq.com/
Jan 3, 2011 | 6:51 pm
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The Broadmoor - Barbecue Bible Course. Yikes!!!http://www.broadmoor.com/colorado-vacation-packages.php
Jan 3, 2011 | 7:05 pm
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Jan 4, 2011 | 7:33 am
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Jan 4, 2011 | 7:36 am
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Thanks for the suggestions - BBQ Institute looks good and Dallas is an easy trip from London. Any more gratefully received.
Jan 5, 2011 | 9:59 pm
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I would say that it depends on what type of BBQ you would like.
South (Southeast US):
Pork cuts primarily
Sauces are primarily vinegar and mustard based
Midwest (Kansas City):
Pork and Beef
Sauces are primarily tomato based
Texas:
Beef cuts (brisket, beef ribs)
Sauces primarily sweet tomato based
Then base your classes from those places, in general. The best BBQ course I can think of is befriending a small southern restaurant and getting all the education for free.
South (Southeast US):
Pork cuts primarily
Sauces are primarily vinegar and mustard based
Midwest (Kansas City):
Pork and Beef
Sauces are primarily tomato based
Texas:
Beef cuts (brisket, beef ribs)
Sauces primarily sweet tomato based
Then base your classes from those places, in general. The best BBQ course I can think of is befriending a small southern restaurant and getting all the education for free.