Everybody loves to BBQ, but BBQ means different things for different people. Cooking Burgers, Hot Dogs and Steaks on the grill is often called BBQing. But there is a big difference between the casual back yard griller and the serious BBQ enthusiast. And yes, it has become quite a science to slowly cook and smoke the meats until they are so tender, they almost melt in your mouth. I have some friends who are serious Pit Masters, who invested a lot into a big double-sided smoker, and the ribs they cook are some of the best I have had. It is a serious hobby for many.

Some of the original styles of barbecue are thought to be those that originated in the easternmost colonies, like the vinegar-based “whole hog” barbecue found in Virginia and North Carolina. But when and where did the BBQ tradition get its start?

Livescience.com says “They began when a human ancestor called Homo erectus began cooking meat with fire about 1.8 million years ago, according to Planet Barbecue (Workman Publishing, 2010). But barbecues the way that Americans know them now meat cooked over a grill or pit, covered in spices and basting sauce originated in the Caribbean.”

We can certainly explore the history of BBQ more, but digging into a plate of hot smoked meat sounds a lot more fun to me. When you can smell the meat smoking before you go inside, you know you have found a real BBQ restaurant. I did some research and found 10 Lansing locations where you will find some mouthwatering smoked meats, every Pitmaster has their own style and seasoning. So, visiting some of these purveyors of smoked meats will be an adventure!

So now that we have provided some great options for BBQ Smoked Meats in the Lansing area, it's up to you to try them all and decide which is your favorite! I know it's a tough job, but I'm sure you will have fun along the way.

 

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