As a purveyor of BBQ, we love all cuts of the pig….bacon, pork belly, pork ribs, pork shoulder, etc. The Pork Tenderloin is often overlooked as an item for the pit. Pork Tenderloin is very tender and easy to cook, but it contains less fat than other pork cuts and can lack flavor. However, it is possible to “Turbocharge” your pork tenderloin with a citrus marinade and an orange-chipotle finishing sauce! Tequila Sheila in...
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The heat in Middle Tennessee this summer has been oppressive, without a doubt. As always, never fear, summer (vacation) speeds past us every year….and fall is around the corner. With fall, comes fall outdoor activities…more fishing as well as dove hunting….and duck hunting (in the winter). How to handle all that fowl? We love to smoke-roast dove and duck breast. It is a tremendous appetizer or meal. Bacon-Wrapped Dove and Duck Breast...
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The annual July 4th celebration is fast approaching. Some people think hot dogs…..we think pork ribs. There are many different methods that produce tasty ribs….often times, the method that produces the most ribs in the fastest time is the one chosen. We think there is great method to produce world class ribs in a time element that is acceptable. First things first…..we prefer St. Louis Cut ribs…we don’t hate on full spare ribs,...
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I am often asked about my initial interest in and passion for BBQ. Well, it all began during a visit to Bastrop, Texas (outside of Austin) about 15+ years ago. During this trip, I was introduced to a Texas BBQ legend, Mr. Bill Archer. Mr. Archer is a Texas Native with years of experience behind the pit. He has taught me much over the years. The Great Bill Archer I felt fortunate in May to spend a few days with Bill behind Big Sheila...
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I could change my lifestyle, …but it’s my lifestyle! – Name withheld for privacy By my count, 17 years ago, I was introduced to red wine. Correction: 17 years ago, I was introduced to “good” red wine. The next obvious question would be varietal, vintage, or region…I only know it was expensive, and it was incredible. I remember the wonderful meal at Jeff Ruby’s South Beach Grill in Cincinnati (Covington, KY) like it was...
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“It’s such a fine line between stupid, and clever.” David St. Hubbins – This is Spinal Tap Rob Reiner’s 1984 Mockumentary, This is Spinal Tap, is replete with classic quotations. From “This one goes to 11!” to “Hello Cleveland!” the movie does a wonderful job mocking a time period and the world of music entertainment. Along with Rock of Ages and Rock Star, the movie plays to the adolescent dreams of everyone…especially...
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