TDZ Retrospective: What is Barbecue?

Originally posted February 24, 2008. Sunday I wrote about my Top 10: Favorite Foods. Number #5 barbecue has created a little bit of discussion. So, I have decided to devote an entire post to it. While I do not claim to be a barbecue expert I am from Texas and that is about the same … Continue reading TDZ Retrospective: What is Barbecue?

Review: Fargo’s Pit BBQ

One of the places the we tried on our road trip this summer was Fargo's Pit BBQ in Bryan, Texas. Fargo was named in Texas Monthly prestigious Top 50 List.  The Big Guy's brother, Fishing Guy also recommended Fargo's. The Fishing Guy knows BBQ. He is a pretty mean pit-master himself. Fargo's brisket is extremely … Continue reading Review: Fargo’s Pit BBQ

Repost: What is Barbecue?

My failed trip to a new restaurant claiming to be a barbecue joint inspired me to repost this. It seems this so-called BBQ place only served ribs, pulled pork and ham. It is appalling and should be illegal to call one's-self a barbecue restaurant and not even attempt to serve real BBQ. Originally posted  February … Continue reading Repost: What is Barbecue?

Flashback: Top 10: Ways to Know You Are in Texas

Originally posted 29 January 2009 #10: The weather forecaster is describing the day as breezy and the wind speeds are over 50 mph. It isn’t windy yet because the trees aren’t touching the ground. #9: Complete strangers wave at you. This is especially true in small towns. #8: When driving in west Texas that strange … Continue reading Flashback: Top 10: Ways to Know You Are in Texas

Top 10: Ways to Know You Are in Texas

The idea for this week's Top 10 list was inspired by our recent trip to Texas. #10: The weather forecaster is describing the day as breezy and the wind speeds are over 50 mph. It isn't windy yet because the trees aren't touching the ground. #9: Complete strangers wave at you. This is especially true … Continue reading Top 10: Ways to Know You Are in Texas

Tribute to Tejas (Texas)

Today in 1836 the Texican forces under the command of General Sam Houston defeated the Mexican troops led by General Antonio López de Santa Anna. The short but decisive battle took place near Buffalo Bayou (Houston). While the Mexican forces were taking a nap, Houston launched an attack on the Mexican camp. By the time … Continue reading Tribute to Tejas (Texas)