Q: Dr. BBQ, Please tell me about the Big Green Egg. I love to cook baby back ribs. Thanks, Bob A: Hi Bob, The Big Green Egg is made of ceramic material that offers great insulation as well as refractory properties. It is built to burn natural lump charcoal with easy temperature control and it …
Wanted: Turbinado Sugar
Q: Dear Dr. BBQ, Where can I buy turbinado sugar? I have no luck with it in Chicago. –Joe A: Hi Joe, Turbinado sugar is commonly available under the brand name Sugar In The Raw. You should be able to find it in the supermarkets in Chicago. If nothing else, check the health food …
Gourmet Specialty Sauce Business
Q: Dr. BBQ, I’m in the process of opening a gourmet specialty sauces store in Lincoln, Nebraska. I’m targeting only sauces that have won major awards: Scovie Awards, National BBQ Assoc., Kansas City BBQ Assoc., etc. What is the success rate of stores like this? It seems that the market here in Nebraska has grown in the last three …
First-time Smoker Grill for Under $300
Q: Hi Dr. BBQ, I’m looking for a first-time smoker grill under $300. Any suggestions? I’m presently using a Webber with propane tank but can’t cook juicy ribs like on Food Network shows. –Karl A: Hi Karl, There are a couple options in your price range but to me one clearly stands out: the Weber Smokey …
Tips for Tri-Tips?
Q: Hey Doc, I just returned to my home state of Washington after spending 13 years in Texas. During my stay in the deep south I acquired a taste for really good BBQ. Because I was unable to find any good BBQ restaurants and because cooking is a big passion of mine, I purchased a nice pit and have been …