Barbecue, Barbeque, Bar-B-Q, "Q," 'Que, 'Cue: (BAR-Bah-q) noun -

A revered cultural experience in the South involving smoky, slow-cooked meat, highly flavored sauce, sweet tea, friends, family, and lots of laughter

No matter what kind of grill you own, you can become the envy of your neighborhood cookin' up authentic Southern barbeque in your own backyard. Here you'll find:

• Over 200 succulent recipes from pit masters and our test kitchen pros for barbeque beef and pork ribs and roasts, poultry, fish, and shellfish as well as kabobs, fajitas, steaks, burgers and chops
• Dozens of Tips from the Pit Master and recipes for secret rubs and sauces reveal how to slow-smoke the authentic stuff and speed-grill tasty facsimiles
• Legends, lore, and fiery debates on regional controversies such as which type of meat to barbeque, what color sauce is best, and which sides are must-haves
• Weekend festivals and cook-offs the whole family can enjoy