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About 40% of families delight in throwing parties that center around the idea of barbequing. With statistics like that, one must wonder why barbequing is such a popular event and tradition.

First, bbq or grilling allows you to create a meal that is unmatched by any other type of cooking. The grilled smell and taste will perk up even the pickiest meat eater.

A variety of meats and side dishes are used when barbequing. Traditionally, families cook pork, beef, fish, or their favorite recipe for bbq brisket on their grills. When visiting your local grocery store, look for meats that are specifically cut and packaged for bbq. If you do not find pre-packaged meats, then chances are spices, marinates, and kits for grilling are somewhere near by.

Traditional side dishes include potato salad, beans, and coleslaw. These sides work well with the variety of meats available and are easy to prepare and store until it is time to eat.

Your traditional condiment bar should include pickles, relish, and onions.

Different types of grills will present different types of flavors.

Charcoal and smoker bbq grills present a natural “smoked” flavor which is one of the most known tastes of bbq. Smoker bbq grills even allow you to control slight changes in the favor of the meat by using different types of woods.  Alternatively, propane grills allow grillers to cook their meals faster, but still have a grilled flavor.

• Some grills have the ability to come with many different types of cooking surfaces. These different cooking surfaces include a BBQ surface, a flat grill, and a ribbed grill.
• Some grills even offer these types of surfaces as non-stick, which allow you to cook a whole array of foods that you would not be able to cook on a grill otherwise. You will be able to cook your whole meal, including side dishes if you plan correctly.
• Some gas grills even contain a Wok type surface for cooking pasta and rise dishes, or a full rotisserie set that allows you to cook rotisserie chicken.

Another reason bbq is so popular is the fact that it gives you a reason to hold a party or celebration.

Outdoor parties not only allow your guests to be present during the cooking of the meal, but also give them the opportunity to be with friends.

Themed parties are always fun for your family and guests. Festive decorations can be found at any local party or general store. You may also consider purchasing decorations that can be stored and reused at a different time, such as reusable tablecloths and Tiki torches. Give your clambake a beach theme by adding tropical music and you may even consider adding some sand.

Finally, barbequing is popular because it can be considered a hobby as well. BBQ, like anything else in life, takes time and practice. It can be fun to play and experiment with different techniques and recipes. Once you have developed a like for bbq, then you can focus on creating your own variations on traditional recipes and ideas like making plans to build a bbq smoker.

BBQ is typically thought of as a summer event, but some diehard fans of barbeque will not think twice about breaking out their barbeque grills right in the middle of winter.

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With the potential for a flu epidemic, I want to make sure you know that Ms. Piggies’ Smokehouse & Catering Company is ready for any scenario this flu may bring.

Ms. Piggies’ Smokehouse & Catering Company is Prepared

We called all of our vendor companies to verify they have access to specially-designed step-by-step plans for maintaining operations should a flu epidemic or pandemic occur. At this time, they are activating their response plans.

We are preparing for this just as we would prepare for a potential tornado. With a tornado, it may be coming or it may not. It may be a category 1 or category 5. We have to be prepared for all scenarios. At present there is no human pandemic, but being prepared is critical.

Straight Facts

We want to assure you that we are monitoring this situation closely. Furthermore, it’s important that you know that our pork cuts of meats are safe. Here is information we received today…

According to the CDC and DHS:

•    People cannot get the hybrid influenza from eating pork or pork products. Most influenza viruses, including the swine flu virus, are not spread by food. Eating properly handled and cooked pork products is safe.
•    There are no food safety issues related to the hybrid flu that has been identified, according to DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano.
•    Preliminary investigations have determined that none of the people infected with the hybrid flu had contact with hogs.
•    The hybrid virus never has been identified in hogs in the United States or anywhere in the world.
•    The hybrid virus is contagious and is spreading by human-to-human transmission.

Additional information can be found at www.cdc.gov/swineflu.

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Our vendors have a crisis response team and plan. We will stay in contact with them as this situation develops. For right now, simply sign up for our newsletter, to receive a free BBQ recipe book and be rest assured, swine flu juice is not included in the best recipes for pork tenderloin.
Exceeding Expectations,

Kendall Matthews, The Barbecue Apostle ™

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