As more mainstream meat cuts like strips and ribeyes rise in demand and price, underutilized steaks are taking center stage — and for good reason. These alternative cuts are great menu additions and deliver just as much flavor and versatility. As your trusted experts...
In today’s ever-changing grocery space, it’s essential to stay competitive and provide products that meet consumer demands. Read as Patrick Fleming, our pork expert, gives his take on how a tiered pork program using Open Prairie® Natural* Pork can help you reach your...
Over the past two years, the pandemic has required that people stay home more than ever, and that meant consumers cooking a lot more of their own meals. Not surprisingly, many turned to grilling, especially during the summer typical grilling season, and interest in...
Tuffy’s classical French culinary training and precision earned him the nickname “The Professor.” Along with operating his own restaurant and catering business, he also authored the cookbook “Cool Smoke: The Art of Great Barbecue.”
Sterling “Big Poppa” Ball
As the head cook of the Big Poppa Smokers BBQ Team, Sterling has racked up more than 140 first place trophies, getting inducted into the California BBQ Hall of Fame along the way.
Fred Robles
A butcher by trade and owner of Rio Valley Meats in Weslaco, Texas, Fred was named the 2019 American Royal World Champion and 2019 National BBQ Grand Champion.
Justin McGlaun
Justin’s team, Lucky’s Q, has competed in nearly 200 events, with notable wins in the Sam’s Club National Championship and King of the Smoker competitions.
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