As promised, we're beginning our recap of the Big Apple Barbecue Block Party this past weekend, featuring 15 of the best pitmasters from around the USA. After you take a dip in the barbecue sauce fountain, courtesy of Mike Mills and Amy Mills of 17th Street Bar & Grill, click on the post to see our photos. "Peace, Love & Barbecue," everyone!
Big Apple Barbecue Block Party 2009
That's the stuff.
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Ed Mitchell of The Pit in Raleigh, N.C., meets with New York fans of his pulled pork sandwich.
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A pit member from Nashville's Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint does what needs to be done to serve a pulled pork sandwich.
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Ubon's "Champion's Choice" and their logo.
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The Salt Lick BBQ of Driftwood, Texas, served up some brisket and sausage with slaw.
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Adding a little heat to Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q, which traveled to the festival from Decatur, Ala.
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Pulled pork as far as the eye can see.
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Slices of watermelon from Blue Smoke helped quench spiced palates.
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Feeding the fire.
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Plates are prepared at Blue Smoke's station, where Kansas City ribs and pickles were served.
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