A workhorse cut of beef, Shoulder Clod’s amazing flavor and versatility are often overlooked. Until now. There are superstars in the world of beef: the Ribeye, the New York Strip and of course, the beloved T-Bone. And then there’s the Shoulder Clod. A hefty cut of...
When colder months set in, so does the demand for hardier cuts of beef on the menu. Tried and true, well-marbled and juicy, it’s no surprise that Prime Rib reigns supreme at buffets and carving stations. But with high demand comes limited supply. Because of...
The pandemic rapidly moved consumers from brick and mortar to the world of e-commerce retail — and that’s where they’re staying. Like almost all U.S. online retail sales during the pandemic, the number of shoppers getting their meat through consumer-oriented...
Natural meat — it’s a term customers have heard, but what does it actually mean to them? About 70% of meat shoppers believe that natural meat comes from “animals that are given no added hormones” and 64% say it comes from “animals that are never given antibiotics.” 1...
Post-pandemic, retailers are feeling the effects of labor shortages more than ever. Here’s what you can do about it. A Shortage That’s a Long Time Coming Like many industries, the effects of COVID-19 labor shortages hit the retail meat department. And while economists...
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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