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Sandra Gebhardt
May 16, 2024

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Trivia Question❓

In what year did the first official barbecue cooking contest take place in the United States?

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National Day of...

  • National Barbecue Day: Fire up the grill and enjoy some delicious BBQ flavors and sauces.

  • National Check Your Windshield Wipers Day: A practical day to ensure your wipers are in good shape for upcoming spring showers.

  • International Day of Living Together in Peace: A day to promote peace, understanding, and tolerance between all people.

  • International Day of Light: A day to raise awareness of the importance of light and its role in science, culture, and art.


  • Honor Our LGBT Elders Day: A day to recognize and celebrate the contributions of LGBTQ+ elders who paved the way for future generations.

  • National Mimosa Day: For those who enjoy a bubbly brunch, this day is all about mimosas!

  • National Coquilles Saint-Jacques Day: This day is dedicated to a French seafood dish featuring scallops.

  • National Classic Movie Day: Pop in a favorite classic film and enjoy a nostalgic movie night.

A Quote To Share

"Good barbecue is like a religion. When you taste it, you're converted."

A Funny Joke To Share

Why did the BBQ chef go to therapy?

Because he had too many grills!

A Life Hack To Share

Marinate your meat for at least 30 minutes before grilling to enhance the flavor and tenderness.

Injecting a little bit of apple juice into the meat while it's cooking can help keep it moist and add a subtle fruity flavor.

Marinate your meat in a mixture of soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce overnight for extra flavor.

A Fun Fact To Share

  • The word "barbecue" is believed to have originated from the Spanish word "barbacoa," which was used to describe the wooden structure early indigenous peoples in the Caribbean used to cook meat over a fire.


  • The tradition of barbecuing meat dates back hundreds of years, with evidence of ancient civilizations in Europe, Africa, and the Americas using various methods of slow-cooking meat over an open flame.


  • Different regions in the United States have their own unique styles of barbecue, each with its own distinctive flavors and cooking techniques. Some examples include Texas-style brisket, Memphis-style ribs, and North Carolina-style pulled pork.


  • The term "barbecue" actually comes from the Arawak word "barbracot," which means "framework of sticks."


  • The world's largest barbecue pit is located in Uruguay and can cook up to 26,000 pounds of meat at once.


  • The oldest barbecue restaurant in the United States is the Moonlite Bar-B-Q Inn in Owensboro, Kentucky, which has been open since 1963.


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💡 Answer to Trivia Question:

The first official barbecue cooking contest in the United States took place in 1972.