Here are some tried and true barbecue tips I have discovered over the years. Enjoy!

1.) Just because a dining establishment has BBQ in its name does not make it so… Look for a wood pile out back.

2.) When traveling, ask around the local feed store or refer to Zagats before pulling into dine on so called great BBQ. The Wizard may be hiding behind the BBQ curtain! Some of the worst BBQ I have ever eaten came from the most famous.

3.) Traveling around the country you will find regional specialties. Listen to the people on the serving line if you want their best.

4.) If there is not a serving line, it may not be real BBQ. Real Barbecuer’s aren’t big on sit down service.