bbq.tom
is Blowin Smoke!
- Joined
- Nov 23, 2010
Hey all-y'all! Greetings from North Carolina!
I am glad that I found this forum and have finally been cleared to post! It took a few days, but here I am!
I am quite the barbecue enthusiast! I am currently compiling research toward a book that I am writing concerning barbecue at restaurants in North Carolina. I've been doing my research for the past MANY years, and now have eaten at and rated 303 Q-joints and other restaurants in NC (as well as numerous ones outside NC). I've talked with a publisher about my book, but I'm still finding new Q-joints out there and don't really want to leave anyone out. Sooner or later (probably later) I will get it published, but right now I'm having too much fun with the research!!!
Meanwhile, in my spare time I judge barbecue competitions. I'm certifed by KCBS, MBN, and the North Carolina Pork Council.
Also, I cook barbecue (mostly shoulders, but an occasional pig) for competition as well as church fundraisers and other social activities. The catering business has slowed down lately, but we used to cater 4-5 functions annually.
Anyway, that's a bit about me. I look forward to posting on this forum and sharing as well as learning from all-y'all.
I am glad that I found this forum and have finally been cleared to post! It took a few days, but here I am!
I am quite the barbecue enthusiast! I am currently compiling research toward a book that I am writing concerning barbecue at restaurants in North Carolina. I've been doing my research for the past MANY years, and now have eaten at and rated 303 Q-joints and other restaurants in NC (as well as numerous ones outside NC). I've talked with a publisher about my book, but I'm still finding new Q-joints out there and don't really want to leave anyone out. Sooner or later (probably later) I will get it published, but right now I'm having too much fun with the research!!!
Meanwhile, in my spare time I judge barbecue competitions. I'm certifed by KCBS, MBN, and the North Carolina Pork Council.
Also, I cook barbecue (mostly shoulders, but an occasional pig) for competition as well as church fundraisers and other social activities. The catering business has slowed down lately, but we used to cater 4-5 functions annually.
Anyway, that's a bit about me. I look forward to posting on this forum and sharing as well as learning from all-y'all.