Welcome to our series sharing Unique Holidays: April Holidays: National Barbecue Month. Tomorrow is Mother’s Day and if David and I hadn’t gone out to lunch today I would be asking him to take me to get BBQ but that is out as we aren’t spending any more money. How about you would you like BBQ tomorrow?
National Barbecue Month
I have a tip for you this morning if you can’t stand the heat, then embrace the heat. This May, celebrate National Barbecue Month and enjoy the culinary art that embraces the spirit of friends, family, and fun in the Sun. With techniques including smoking, roasting, baking, braising and grilling, barbecuing offers endless possibilities to fire up your favorite dish and satisfy everyone as you kick off Summer. Note: No one is really sure when barbecuing was first invented, but BBQ has evolved over time to become the more social event now common, however its origins are unknown.
NATIONAL BARBECUE MONTH ACTIVITIES
- Barbecueing is an all-inclusive activity. If you need a break? Grab the nearest observer, then tag out for a breather and take your turn making a dent in the dinner spread.
- The traditional food typically associated with barbecuing is meat, but feel free to experiment with an assortment of Vegetables or desserts.
- Like any other cooking technique, everyone has their own unique style of barbecuing. Allow yourself to be open to new methods, and you will almost certainly stumble upon a new favorite recipe.
5 SIZZLING FACTS ABOUT BARBECUEING
- Barbecuing can last a very, long time depending on what is getting cooked, barbecuing times can vary a great deal. Did you know slow barbecuing techniques can take as many as 18 hours or longer.
- The longest barbecue measured 8,000 meters in Bayambang, Pangasinan, Philippines in 2014.
- Barbecue varies by region, with the four main styles of BBQ are named after their place of origin: Memphis, North Carolina, Kansas City, and Texas.
- “Barbecue doesn’t just mean grilled meats. The term barbecue is also used to designate a flavor added to food items like Potato Chips.
- There are few words in the English language that have more variations of spelling than barbecue. Barbecue joints spell it with a French influence, as “barbeque.” Technically speaking however, in English, it is officially spelled “barbecue”.
WHY PEOPLE LOVE NATIONAL BARBECUE MONTH
- Unlike inside parties, where you might hear “get out of my kitchen,” barbecueing invites guests to participate in cooking. Onlookers gather to show their approval and admiration, and Chefs get the pleasure of cooking with an audience.
- Barbecuing flirts with each of the five senses. Enticing hunger through seduction. Just thinking of the smell conjures up memories of the whole scene: including the Sun on your neck, classic rock in your ears, and delicious Pulled Pork.
- While warm Sun and a cool breeze are ideal conditions, barbecuing knows no limitations. No matter the Weather, fire up the grill, and enjoy the great outdoors.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
