The backyard barbecue is as American as apple pie, and just as much of a tradition. Grilling outside, whether it’s for your ...

From the flavor to the festivals, the rubs to the restaurants, there are many reasons that Memphis should be considered the ...

There are five major barbecue styles in the U.S., including Memphis. Here's a look at what makes each of the five styles ...

The votes are in, and eight restaurants remain in our Best BBQ in Memphis bracket. Before voting starts May 19, here is a ...

SmokeSlam barbecue festival, which kicked off May 15 and runs through May 17 at Tom Lee Park in Downtown Memphis.

After a three-day parking lot party at the home of the Dallas Cowboys, Arlington was blazing from the Lone Star Smokeout. It was the first year this Chicago-born festival made it South. At events May ...

Cowboy boots kicked up dirt Saturday as thousands gathered at The Park of East Texas for the 11th annual Red Dirt BBQ & Music Festival. The sold-out event treated guests to live music and endless ...

Memphis in May barbecue contest featured several new additions including the Jr. Barbecue Cooking Contest and Steak Cookoff ...

While most Memphis in May competitors want to see how their BBQ stacks up, others are just hoping to kick some butt in a sauce-filled wrestling ring.

The Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest is shutting down early on May 16 due to the threat of severe weather in the area.

10 of our favorites from Memphis in May and SmokeSlam Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest 2025: Check out our best photos 2025 SmokeSlam barbecue festival in Memphis ...