Author Archives: A.J.

About A.J.

Owner and creator of MegaBBQ.com. Worked in the BBQ industry since 1987. No longer in the restaurant business, however I am enjoying experimenting at home smoking, grilling, barbecuing and writing about my experiences here on MegaBBQ.com!

Crispy, spicy and savory grilled pizza recipe

Looking to spice things up on the grilling front? You may want to tap into your inner Italian and grill yourself a rustic homemade pizza. Besides tasting great, there is no need to crank up your oven and heat up … Continue reading

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Time & temperature charts to assist with smoking & grilling meats

As the summer continues to heat up, us grilling, barbecuing and smoking fanatics are cooking strong in our backyards, campgrounds, picnics, parties and wherever else we can haul our BBQ equipment. This is why I am posting easy to understand … Continue reading

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Barbecuing tips from BBQ Pitmaster Harry Soo

If you haven’t seen TLC’s BBQ Pitmasters, you are missing one great barbecue competition show! These Pitmasters are part chef, part athlete, and part five-star general. They not only talk a big game, but walk it every step of the … Continue reading

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Pat’s BBQ on Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives

Great inspiration for people in competition barbecuing and/or anyone who would love to open up a BBQ joint. You can find Pat’s BBQ on the web.

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GAC’s Summer BBQ Sweepstakes with Blake Shelton!

One grand prize winner and 3 guests will receive a trip to Nashville for a private BBQ party hosted by GAC (Grand American Country) at the Warner Bros. Records building where you’ll meet Blake Shelton and see him perform. The … Continue reading

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Ten new BBQ accessories & gadgets

With the summer in full stride and lots of you have been grilling up a storm, I thought it would be helpful to publish the latest in BBQ accessories and gadgets. I have found a bunch of stuff to consider … Continue reading

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Wheels of Fortunes Celebrity Judged BBQ Cook Off

I just received word this week from Mr. Lester Smith, CEO of Marquee Ventures regarding a celebrity judged BBQ cook off to be held on September 12, 2009. The nationally covered Wheels of Fortune celebrity judged BBQ event is sponsored … Continue reading

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Cinco De Mayo Barbecue Recipes

For me, each year Cinco De Mayo kicks off the barbecue season. Even though I did smoke a Boston butt the other week. So what better way to begin this season than a few delicioso recipes! But first, how about … Continue reading

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Menu ideas for Super Bowl Sunday

With the big day fast approaching, it leaves an even bigger question for many of us; What am I going to make for Super Bowl Sunday? Don’t fret. I have a few quick and easy ideas that I hope will … Continue reading

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Great barbecued chicken wing recipe

Many of us like our chicken wings deep-fried and doused with lots of hot sauce, however there are other methods of cooking our feathered friend’s appendages. I have in the past barbecued wings on the grill but I don’t recall … Continue reading

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