The Southern Foodways Alliance (“SFA”), one of the nation’s premier food organizations, has honored me as the recipient of the 2018 Ruth Fertel Keeper of the Flame Award. According to the SFA website, this prestigious award “honors an unsung hero or heroine, a foodways tradition bearer of note . . . .” I […]
Seattle BBQ Research Trip: Jones Original Barbeque
Jones Original Barbeque This was my fourth and final stop in Seattle, West Seattle specifically, and it was a great one! Here’s my rundown: Beef brisket–not very smoky, tasted like roast beef. Chicken–excellent! Smoky and flavorful, but still moist. Hot links–this is what I’m talking about! Spicy and coarsely ground sausage. Pork spareribs–very good […]
Seattle BBQ Research Trip: Willie’s Taste of Soul
Willie’s Taste of Soul Bar-B-Que This was my third spot. Willie’s is a combination barbecue, Creole food and soul food joint. I had mixed reviews about the food, but mainly because everything was drowned in sauce. I never ask for the sauce on the side because I want to experience the barbecue as the […]
Seattle BBQ Research Trip: Emma’s BBQ
Emma’s BBQ This was the second spot on my barbecue research trip. Here’s the rundown: Beef brisket–served in chunks, and not as smoky as I would have liked. Chicken–served in boneless chunks, not as smoky as I would have liked. Hot links–finely ground sausage with good amount of spice. Pork spareribs–tasty with good texture […]