For all the haters who say you can’t get good barbecue north of the Mason-Dixon, The Smoke Shop is out to prove you wrong. They’ve fired up their Pitmaster Dinner Series again this year, inviting barbecue masters from around the country to come cook their specialties for you. On Wednesday, October 16th, they’re hosting Leslie Roark Scott (aka @barbequeprincess) and Craig Verhage (aka @thebbqninja) from Mississippi’s Ubons Barbecue. Drop in for passed apps and a three-course dinner featuring smoked catfish, hush puppies, and Mississippi-style baby back ribs. The dinner is sponsored by Maker’s Mark, so your $49 ticket includes a bourbon cocktail, all the food, and a Q&A with the chefs. These events sell out fast, so don’t wait—click here for yours.
Appetizers
Smoked Catfish with capers and dill, served with dry rubbed pork skins
Smoked Yolk Deviled Eggs
Big Jim Hush Puppies with corn and jalapeño
The Dinner
Mississippi Delta Tamales with crackers and Crystal Hot Sauce
Smoked Simmons Catfish
Mississippi Style Baby Back Ribs
Smoked Turnips and Greens
Bloody Mary Salad (cucumber, onion, tomato with a Bloody Mary vinaigrette)
Delta Grind Pimento Cheese Rice Grits
Pineapple Bread Pudding with bourbon sauce
