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Barbecue, Defined by 16 Pitmasters

Regional representation was an essential element of last weekend's Big Apple Barbecue Block Party. This year pitmasters from 11 different states gathered in Madison Square Park to offer just as many glimpses into what defines barbecue. From Ed Mitchell's celebrity-caliber whole hog chopped pork sandwich to Kenny Callaghan's rich and powerful smoked beef rib, the food served to thousands during this event challenged New Yorkers to trade in our hungry quest for "the best" for something closer to home. I asked 16 pitmasters to tell me his or her definition of barbecue—check out the responses.

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16 Comments | Posted by James Boo, June 15, 2010 at 4:00 PM
Tagged: barbecue, barbecue festivals, Big Apple Barbecue Block Party, When Pigs Fly

Big Apple Barbecue Block Party 2010 in Photos

The Eighth Annual Big Apple Barbecue Block Party rolled into town this past weekend, bringing along seventeen different pitmasters from all over the country—representing the the diversity that is American barbecue. As each pitmaster focused their attention on only their one strongest item, the barbecue found at the event truly represented the best of the best.

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14 Comments | Posted by Joshua Bousel, June 14, 2010 at 11:15 AM
Tagged: barbecue, barbecue festivals, Big Apple Barbecue Block Party, meat, pork, pulled pork, ribs

Interview: Pitmaster Chris Lilly from Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q

We sat down with pitmaster Chris Lilly from Alabama's Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q to talk barbecue and gather advice to help Serious Eaters navigate this weekend's Big Apple Barbecue Block Party in Manhattan this weekend. "Without a doubt the best barbecue festival out there," he says, and this man's been to quite a few. No one should leave the party without having some of his unbeatable pulled pork. Seriously.

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8 Comments | Posted by Joshua Bousel, June 11, 2010 at 7:30 PM
Tagged: barbecue, Big Apple Barbecue Block Party, Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q, Chris Lilly, interviews

Serious 'Cue: The Only Guide to the BABBP You Will Need

First of all congratulations to our Serious Eats Big Apple Barbecue Block Party Bubba Pass Plus Winners. See you both this weekend. There are so many pitmasters and other food and drink booths I thought the Serious Eats community could use some 'cue guidance so that you maximize your eating pleasure when you do go. Now I must admit that I have not tried every pitmaster's cue as of this moment. But I can give you my list of Five Fave "'Cue" Booths so that you can be certain that even if you didn't purchase a Bubba Pass, the time you'll spend on these particular lines will be well worth it: Big Bob Gibson's Championship Pork Shoulder, Pitmasters Chris...

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8 Comments | Posted by Ed Levine, June 8, 2007 at 3:42 PM
Tagged: barbecue, Big Apple Barbecue Block Party, NYC

Win Two Bubba Passes to the Big Apple BBQ Party

There's still time to win two Bubba Passes to the Big Apple BBQ Block Partyhappening in New York City's Madison Square Park. To enter to win this barbecue fantasy, simply tell your favorite barbecue joint here. Typical Serious Eats contest rules apply. Commenting will be open until Thursday at 6 p.m. ET. We'll announce the winner Friday morning.

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Comments are closed. | Posted by The Serious Eats Team, June 6, 2007 at 10:00 AM
Tagged: barbecue, Big Apple Barbecue Block Party, contests, NYC

Win Two Passes to the Big Apple Barbecue Party

Thanks to the good folks at Danny Meyer's Union Square Hospitality Group, we're giving away two Bubba Passes to the Big Apple Barbecue Block Party taking place this Saturday and Sunday in New York City. And that's just the tip of the ribs, because the winners will be personally escorted around the event by none other than Serious Eats overlord (and serious 'cue lover) Ed Levine. Ed will introduce you to some of the incredibly talented pit masters and yarn-spinners gathering in New York City's Madison Square Park. You'll chew the fat with legendary 'cue men Mike Mills of the 17th Street Bar and Grill, Chris Mills and Don McLemore of Big Bob Gibson's, and North Carolina pit master...

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98 Comments | Posted by The Serious Eats Team, June 4, 2007 at 12:30 PM
Tagged: barbecue, Big Apple Barbecue Block Party, contests, NYC

Cue the 'Cue: Big Apple Barbecue Party Is On

I am thrilled to be once again blab-equing at a Big Apple Barbecue Block Party panel June 9–10 in Madison Square Park in New York City. Joining me and the usual barbecue addicts John T. Edge, Lolis Eric Elie, and Peter Kaminsky is none other than Republican almost–presidential candidate Fred Thompson. No word yet on whether Sam Waterston will be appearing on a panel as well. Photograph from WikiMedia...

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3 Comments | Posted by Ed Levine, April 17, 2007 at 6:30 PM
Tagged: barbecue, Big Apple Barbecue Block Party, NYC