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[RIX]

Where did the term?phrase? barbeque, or bbq actually come from, what is the meaning and history? Its used to describe the pit, the style of cooking, I'm new guys, sorry.

 

[nmayeux]

Barbacoa (SP?), and it originated with the Caribe indians. A little more here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbecue

 

[Rick's Tropical Delight]

actually, it's a gal named barby q :biggrin:

http://my.erinet.com/~pnsonr/biggreenegg/barbyqporn.htm

 

[BBQ Grail]

Where did the term?phrase? barbeque, or bbq actually come from, what is the meaning and history? Its used to describe the pit, the style of cooking, I'm new guys, sorry.

You can find about 200 different explanations for where it comes from. I don't know that there is a diffinitive answer.

I'll go with any of the three or four originas in "Texas Legends."

 

[Mooner]

I'll agree the name came from Barbacoa, an indian name for meat cooked over an open fire. I have also heard that "American" Barbecue as we know it now originated with slavery and cowboys out on cattle drives. You could probably find 100 different variations but I sure am glad we have it!!

 

[RIX]

Got it, thanks guys, it just had me thinking the other day.