In the pantheon of American barbecue cities like Memphis and Kansas City, Chicago rarely gets top billing. But the Windy City has a smoked meat tradition all its own, born from its industrial past and ...

Ready for real Illinois BBQ? Explore local-loved smokehouses serving rib tips, brisket, and big flavors locals swear are ...

Although barbecue has a long history in the Chicago area — the Chicago Tribune traces its first mentions in the press back to the 1850s — barbecue restaurants didn't come along until much later. Most ...

Pitmasters traveled from across the country this month for Windy City Smokeout, a barbecue showcase of meats and sauces, to cook up their own distinct styles. Attendees could enjoy smoked beef with ...

Sweet Baby Ray's, the presenting sponsor of this year's event, is celebrating 40 years and its Chicago roots. The festival runs Friday through Sunday at 4000 N. Lincoln Avenue, located at ...

Discover hidden Chicago hole-in-the-wall eateries where locals feast on authentic flavors, generous portions, and true ...

The old-school Budweiser sign, the green pinstripe awnings, and the tiled walls are the first tip-offs that you’re in a tried-and-true Chicago barbecue joint. Twin Anchors opened in 1932 and has been ...

HOUSTON (KTRK) -- Most of us here in Texas think slow-smoked when we think about Texas BBQ. But there is one restaurant in town bringing another city's flavor to the Bayou City. It's called Boogie's ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Just in time for Fourth of July cookouts, Wilma's Famous BBQ is dishing out the do's and don'ts of perfect ribs-from mustard slathers to low-and-slow smoking. Co-owner Terrell Wilson ...

In the pantheon of American barbecue cities like Memphis and Kansas City, Chicago rarely gets top billing. But the Windy City has a smoked meat tradition all its own, born from its industrial past and ...