It’s been a busy few weeks for the Killer Hogs. I’ve been down to New Orleans cooking in Hogs for the Cause and just last week we traveled to Somerville Tennessee for the 3rd annual Bull Moose BBQ Contest. This was our first trip to Somerville but I guarantee you we will return. The men and women of the Somerville …
Hogs for the Cause
I had the pleasure of getting to cook in a great event last weekend in New Orleans, LA. Hogs for the Cause is a 2nd year event that brings competitors together in the New Orleans area to raise money for children with pediatric brain cancer. Over two days this contest packs people in from all over and the unique aspect …
BBQ Season is finally here
It’s time to kick the tires and light the fires because my BBQ seasons is officially here. We have our first contest in Tupelo, MS – The Don’t Be Cruel BBQ Duel – this weekend and I’m ready to get this ball rolling. Here is a great article about this contest here >> I’ve spent the past few months practicing …
American Smoke – The Competition BBQ Documentary
Finally… a documentary I am excited to watch! For more information on this movie, you can visit their website here >> I love anything that celebrates and brings more attention to the sport of BBQ. Malcom Reed Connect on Facebook Follow me on Twitter Subscribe to my YouTube Channel Find me on Google+ Follow me on Instagram Have a Question …
Western Premium Wood Products
The next time you are strolling down the charcoal isle at your local store; make sure to keep a look out for the name Western. This company is by far the innovator when it comes to cooking wood and charcoal. Western Premium Wood Products manufacturer and distribute just about any type of wood you can imagine from chunks, mini logs, …
Jack Daniel’s 2012 World Championship Invitational Barbecue
You have to walk a thin line when your trying to enjoy The Jack to the fullest… and trying to turn-in your best barbecue. I’ve wanted to cook The Jack for a while now – and while we didn’t get any calls at this contest – I still got to live the dream. There isn’t much information about The Jack …
Killer Hogs Grand Champions in Hernando
This weekend was the local Hernando Water Tower Festival. And Killer Hogs took home 1st place pork, 2nd place ribs, 1st place beef and Grand Champions. Eddie Reed and Collins Robinson are long-time Killer Hogs and they were the guys who were really running the show this past weekend along with the help of Ben Pickle and Nikki Sutherlen. I …
The World’s Best Barbecue
This weekend I read a great article written by Larry Olmsted. It’s all about where the world’s best barbecue really lives… And it’s not at a restaurant. You can read it here… The World’s Best Barbecue – Really Something I’ve been saying for years! Malcom Reed Connect on Facebook Follow me on Twitter Subscribe to my YouTube Channel Find me …
Jack Daniels sent me a video
I just got this video emailed to me from Jack Daniels. I’m pretty sure they sent it to everyone in the contest, but it’s still cool to get an email from the distillery. I thought the video they sent was worth posting because it makes me even more excited to go. PLUS… I got my white “Boss Hog” suit. So …
The American Royal
It was our first time ever to cook the largest BBQ competition in the world, The American Royal held at the lovely Kemper arena in Kansas City. And we had a great time. It was an experience like no other. This contest is really something you have to see. Between the 500 PLUS bbq teams, to the live bands set-up …
Talking with Bayou Boogie BBQ at The American Royal
Our neighbor at The American Royal just happened to be a guy who we compete with locally… and he is a tough competitor. Barry from Bayou Boogie BBQ. And on Saturday, Barry took home 2nd place chicken and 1st place ribs in the invitational contest. Which is definetly something to brag about! Big Congrats to Bayou Boogie BBQ! Malcom Reed …
Heading To The American Royal
This morning me, Waylon and the luckiest girl in the world were up and on the road by 4:30 AM to make the drive from Memphis to Kansas City. I’ts our first time at this world championship bbq contest… and we’re documenting it all! Mostly because we’re excited to be here. This is the first time I’ve ever cooked 2 contests back-to-back, …
New Fire Box for Ole Hicory
My buddy Jeff at Give It To God BBQ just build a new fire basket for our Ole Hickory CTO. And we are going to try it out this weekend. Check out his video he shot: The fire box is elevated to allow better air flow and about twice the size of the old basket. I’ll post pictures soon… Malcom …
Smoke on The Water: Pine Bluff, Arkansas
Last weekend our competition schedule took us 3 hours from home to Smoke on the Water in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. Mr. Ronnie Cates is the host of this contest and he is one of the premier bbq organizers in the country. His events always draw top competition because of his hard work, payouts, and team friendly surroundings. The Smoke on …
KCBS Chicken
The 2 biggest questions about cooking KCBS Chicken 1. Does it matter if the thighs are bone-in or de-boned? I’ve done it both ways; the bone-in thighs score higher for me and I’ve always said that meat cooked on the bone just has better taste. The de-boned method produces a good looking entry, but I’m seeing a lot of judges …