Farm BBQ: Bringing Carolina BBQ to Maryland

A Maryland barbecue venture is redefining what it means to combine tradition, community, and sustainability. As a result, Farm BBQ not only produces great food, it fuels agritourism opportunities in the semi-rural community of Fallston, MD. Get the complete Farm BBQ story in our Low & Slow Barbecue Show interview. Keep reading for a closer […]
The Low & Slow Show Review: Jim ‘N Nick’s Community Bar-B-Q in Hickory

The Hickory Metro’s newest barbecue restaurant opened in November. Since then, I’ve driven past Jim ‘N Nick’s Community Bar-B-Q to visit a favorite, independent BBQ joint up the road a few times. The parking lot always seems full. Social media marks are high. However, it took a winter storm, a celebration, and a whim to […]
A BBQ Year in Review: Low & Slow in 2024

The Low & Slow Barbecue Show attacked the 2024 BBQ year with a plan for more, more, and more. On all fronts, the efforts were a success. From a 42-week run of new podcasts every Thursday to launching a YouTube channel and a newsletter, this year, we put a bigger spotlight on Carolina barbecue, pitmasters, […]
Barbecue Bros Guide You to Authentic BBQ

Whether you’re a dedicated barbecue aficionado or a casual foodie, the Barbecue Bros blog is a go-to guide for exploring the best — and avoiding the worst — in barbecue. Launched by three friends in 2012, the Barbecue Bros blog offers readers a taste of authentic barbecue experiences, especially in North Carolina but also in […]
Carolina Barbecue News | The Lowdown Summer 2024

Everywhere you look in the Carolina barbecue news world, you will find a list. A “Best of” ranking. Best Texas Barbecue, Best New Barbecue, Best Barbecue State, Best Barbecue Region, Best Charlotte Barbecue, Best Barbecue Sauce, Best Barbecue Style, Best Brisket, Best Dessert … you get the picture. Everybody likes to talk about their top […]
What is barbecue?

Is beef barbecue? Or is it a term only reserved for pork? Or chicken? Or dare I say …. Vegetables? How did we start barbecuing and what’s all the Low & Slow Showdown semantics about verb versus noun? Keep reading for all the details.
Explore Competition BBQ in the Carolinas

Barbecue competition is serious business in the Carolinas. This blog goes behind the scenes with pros in the know. From training competition, barbecue judges to the pit perspectives of barbecue contenders and the thrill of their victory, this blog smokes out all the secrets.
Meet the Ultimate BBQ Tourist and his ‘BOINK’ Balls Recipe

In a barbecue world full of options, it helps to have a tour guide to lead you toward the best. BBQ Tourist Ryan Cooper is that guide. In this blog, we highlight the BBQ Tourist, and The Smoke Sheet newsletter. And for the first time, Ryan shares the ingredients, directions, and photos of his special recipe for BOINK Balls.
Savoring Barbecue Saturday at Jon G’s Barbecue

If you’re a barbecue enthusiast looking for a unique experience, Jon G’s Barbecue in Peachland, NC, is a must-visit. Here’s a glimpse into the experience and what you can expect, as well as the perspective collected during my visit in March.
Unveiling the Ultimate BBQ Battle at Lori’s Ace Hardware

Join us as we meet event organizers from Lori’s Ace Home & Hardware and Vicious Pig BBQ. Keep reading to learn more about the realm of Southern BBQ Network-sanctioned barbecue competitions in the Carolinas.