The definitive barbecue guide from the Kansas City Barbecue Society--featuring recipes, techniques, and insider stories from 40 years of competition, culture, and smoke.
Barbeque isn't just food--it's a craft, a culture, and a way of life. In
Wholly Smoke!, the Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS)--widely recognized as the gold standard in competitive barbeque--shares forty years of expertise, tradition, and unforgettable stories from the heart of the pit.
Part cookbook, part history, and part insider guide, this collection brings together award-winning recipes, competition-tested techniques, and the voices of the pitmasters who helped define American barbeque. Whether you're mastering low-and-slow smoking or diving into the world of barbeque competitions, this book delivers the knowledge, flavor, and community behind the smoke.
- 80 award-winning recipes spanning brisket, ribs, chicken, sauces, and more
- Competition-tested techniques, tips, and step-by-step guidance from expert pitmasters
- Inside look at KCBS judging, scoring, and competitive barbeque strategy
- Stories, profiles, and traditions from the people who shaped barbeque culture
- Archival photos and behind-the-scenes moments from decades of competitions
Step into the world of championship barbeque and bring authentic, competition-level flavor to your own backyard.
