Tag Archives: BARBECUE

#BBQbound: Lexington, North Carolina

This small town (population 19,000) is home to its own signature Lexington style of BBQ (also known as Piedmont or Western Carolina style). Made with wood-smoked (a mix of hickory and oak) and chopped pork shoulder (aka Boston butt) and usually served “wet” with a vinegar and ketchup based red sauce, the BBQ as a sandwich or more typically as a tray jammed full of BBQ and a side of “red” coleslaw that’s been mixed with the same red sauce instead of mayonnaise, and hushpuppies. It’s distinctive and delicious. Continue reading

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Heavy Metal Bowling vs Bompas & Parr’s Metal BBQ

Aw man, I’m going to be out of town and thus unable to attend this event but look: Heavy Metal Bowling – your chance to “finger holes, caress balls” while “crushing pins” to a soundtrack featuring Black Sabbath, Electric Wizard, Elder, The Sword, Slayer, Sleep, Metallica. Continue reading

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Where to Eat Hot Wings in London (CheapOair)

Winging it for next meal in Central London? Here are five London eateries with chicken-rific menus serving awesome wings that you should give a cluck about. Continue reading

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Win Smokehouse Barbecue Rubs, Mills and Sauces from @BartIngredients

Courtesy of Bart Ingredients, I have a yummy package of the new Smokehouse Barbecue range of rubs, mills and sauces to share with one lucky reader. Continue reading

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Blue Boar Smokehouse & Bar, at London’s Intercontinental Westminster (OneTravel)

At £45 (about $68) per adult and £15 ($22) per child, brunch at the Blue Boar is an indulgence. Still, if you come with a hearty appetite and plan to relax over a few drinks, you should find the experience to offer exceptionally good value for an especially great meal. You’ll also be treated to friendly and efficient service along with live music in a chilled out and comfortable setting. Continue reading

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Luxury Sunday Brunch at the Blue Boar (CDCLifestyle)

Service was efficient and friendly … there was live music a la an acoustic guitarist … and just about everything pertaining to my brunch was pleasant and relaxing. The Blue Boar’s main dining room is especially comfortable. Beyond the dining area, an expansive bar and maze of cosy Chesterfield nooks await. Continue reading

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Luxury Brunch at the Blue Boar Smokehouse & Bar, Intercontinental Westminster

Chef Jon Ingram of the Blue Boar Smokehouse & Bar at the Intercontinental Westminster has done a bang up job taking a (barbe)cue from foodie trends around town and refining them to a five star standard while making sure keep his menu fun and yummy. Indulging in the Blue Boar’s Sunday only luxury brunch is an excellent way to taste what I’m talking about. Continue reading

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What’s for Lunch? Pitt Cue Co, Newburgh Street, Soho (Londonist)

What’s for Lunch? Pitt Cue Co, Newburgh Street, Soho Londonist, March 13, 2012 at 11:40 am The sauce stains on the curtains suggest you might wanna roll up your sleeves if you’re planning to chow down at Pitt Cue Co as … Continue reading

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What’s for Lunch? The Rib Man, Brick Lane (Londonist)

Brick Lane’s Rib Man: some of the best barbecued pork in London and it only costs a fiver! Continue reading

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London Food & Drink News: 5 May 2011 (Londonist)

London Food & Drink News: 5 May 2011 Londonist, May 5, 2011 at 16:00 pm A taste of what’s what in recent and upcoming London food and drink news … READ MY COMPLETE POST: London Food & Drink News: 5 … Continue reading

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