Why do you love BBQ?

About 6 years ago I made a promise to myself that I would learn how to bbq right. I fell in love with the spirit and soul of real bbq and waned to learn more. After years of traveling, training and studying, here are some things I learned along the way.
1. BBQ breaks all the rules. There are techniques that as a classically named chef I would never do, but with BBQ the rules are different. There is still a scientific reason for it, but it is approached differently.
2. It’s an even playing field. Trained chefs and a random person are at the same level when it comes to BBQ. It is about the bbq and the hard work more than the culinary training.
3. Fire is a living element. It breathes, eats and moves and needs to be given attention and care. In order to obtain a clean, delicious smoke, fire management is as important as meat quality and seasoning.
4. Failure is inevitable. You are going to make mistakes. Use them as building blocks instead of frustrations. Sure you may spend 8 hours smoking a short rib only to find out it is a mouth fool of soot or salt, but you won’t make that mistake again. Stay with it and enjoy the journey.
5. BBQ is fun. There is no better bonding time than standing over a fire smelling delicious smoke. Great conversations happen, friendships are enriched, or some quiet self reflection is achieved. And the payoff of a great meal at the end is just the icing on the cake.

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Rest in peace Toby Keith

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I just ate but damn that made me hungry af

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I wish i could afford food like that. The hotdogs are doable though.

[@ChefPonzio]

😂😂 the time costs more than the meat!

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@@ChefPonzio Ain't that the truth!