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The 35th NBBQA Conference is shaping up to be one of the most connected gatherings in our history. From sauce makers and pitmasters to...

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Tonight we’re talking what’s hot in 2026 for rubs & sauces: swangy and swavory sweet-heat, authentic global flavors, fermented tang and umami...

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The February 2026 issue of Barbecue News Magazine celebrates the people shaping today’s BBQ culture—from women pitmasters and community leaders to...

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Mempho Presents says SmokeSlam BBQ Festival will pause in 2026 while it works with Memphis In May/WCBCC and city stakeholders to build one unified...

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Congratulations to the 2026 NBBQA Awards of Excellence winners! Your products and work rose to the top this year. Final placements will be announced...

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Proud to be a 2026 NBBQA member! Show your support by adding the “Proud NBBQA Member” badge to your website and social pages. It builds trust,...

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January 2026 is here! Our cover celebrates the 2025 Hog Drop champion Bull and Boar BBQ, plus a full event recap from Unadilla, GA. Inside: smoked...

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Members Only Early Bird tickets for the 2026 NBBQA 35th Anniversary Conference are available now through Jan 15—39 remain! Join us in Nashville...

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The December 2025 issue of Barbecue News Magazine is here! Celebrate the legacy of founders Doc Gillis and Joe Phelps, our recent Impact Award and...

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Barbecue News Magazine, founded by Doc Gillis and Joe Phelps—both founding members of NBBQA—has been inducted into the American Royal Barbecue Hall...

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The November 2025 issue of Barbecue News Magazine is here! From smoked turkey recipes to competition highlights and NBBQA’s 35th Anniversary plans,...

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The National Barbecue & Grilling Association is exploring group-rate freight shipping to help members save on costs. Share your shipping details so...

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