by Anthony | Sep 15, 2026 | Smoke Meat
If you’re a BBQ lover, you know how hard it is to choose what delicious type of meat you want for dinner. The tangy flavors, juiciness, and seasoning to boot: how do you choose? If you’re looking for the best BBQ in Roanoke and want to know the details of... 
by Anthony | Mar 15, 2026 | Barbecue, BBQ sauce, Brisket, outdoor dining, Sauces, Smoke Meat, Traditional Food
Nothing beats the first BBQ gatherings of the season; fresh Spring air, loving friends, and the smell of meats and veggies on the grill. For some of you, it may have been a few months since you last touched a grill, but for others, it may be one of the first times... 
by Anthony | Oct 1, 2025 | Comfort Food, Holidays, Smoke Meat
Ghosts and goblins may be scary. But what’s more frightening than something that changes you into something you weren’t? Think Invasion of the Body Snatchers, vampires, or zombies who transform you or your loved ones into monsters. But this Halloween, and beyond, we... 
by Anthony | Mar 15, 2025 | Smoke Meat
When people think of barbeque, they think of summer events, grills, or food styles. In the latter category, the meats we most associate with it are pork, like shredded barbeque, or beef, like brisket. But what about smoked chicken? While barbecue chicken doesn’t... 
by Anthony | Oct 15, 2024 | Brisket, Smoke Meat
What Are the Basics of Cooking Brisket? When it comes to BBQ meat, you can’t beat the classics – and one of the most popular dishes is brisket. It’s always at the top of a true BBQ lover’s list; between the flavor and texture, it sets itself... 
by Anthony | Feb 15, 2024 | Smoke Meat
As the first colony, Virginia was also the first in what is now known as the USA to do many things. We had several of the first presidents, the first elected government, and, believe it or not, the first barbeques! Though the state is full of different barbeque styles...