BBQ talk and things BBQ related including sanctioned events, competition teams, products and more. Let's put Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa on the map, growing the sport of BBQ through discussions and interviews.
Smokestack BBQ Supply Alexandria trip, Wrecking Crew BBQ, Smokin' Brews and 'Ques, podcast update!! Matt V braved the elements to spend a day at the Smokestack BBQ Supply store in Alexandria, MN and chatted with Alan Larrimore or Wrecking Crew BBQ, Alan was at the store to cook up delicious samples for customers and as a brand ambassador was able to help customers in their product choices that day. Alan is a great friend of the show and we hear about his wonderful year in the KCBS and the MBS. Jason Schmidt of Smokin' Brews and 'Ques food trailer stopped in with some libations and we chatted about his catering business as well. In closing, Matt talks about going solo with the podcast, being the official podcast of the Minnesota BBQ Society, and Meat Sports Radio MN! A fun and informative episode! Listen wherever you consume your podcast content or at: UpNorthQuecast.com upnorthquecast MNBBQSociety MeatSportsRadioMN WreckingCrewBBQ SmokinBrewsandQues Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
UNQC- Smokin' Brews and 'Ques Food Trailer in Alexandria Alexandria Echo Press Winner 2022 "Best of the Lakes Area" Reader's Choice!! Jason Schmidt, Owner/Operator tells us what it is like running a food trailer in the beautiful Alexandria of Minnesota and some differences in the Twin Cities versus up north when running a BBQ business. Jason also tells us:: BBQ was a hobby of mine for many years. I am married with 2 grown children, a recently added son in law and soon-to-be grandpa. I am also a retired volunteer firefighter who has a passion for serving our community. The hobby quickly grew into a part time gig and 2 years ago I took the leap to making it a full time business. Catering and pop ups are the ways I can stay connected to our community. I have a passion for creating delicious BBQ that brings people together. Matt and Torrey has so much fun talking to Jason! Listen for yourself at UpNorthQueCast.com, or now at MNBBQSociety,com! A huge announcement about the podcast coming toon! MNBBQSociety #UpNorthQueCast Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
UNQC 36- Machete Boys BBQ end of year wrap-up! Listen to a great interview with this very successful KCBS and MBS Master Series team - Machete Boys BBQ Team! Matt and Torrey make it over to the home of David Ellis, pit-boss from Master Series Competition Team Machete Boys BBQ. We go all the way back to their goal of that elusive GC and hear about the team's new goals for next year. David is an incredible teacher of all things BBQ, and we find out about his classes as well. We talk about 2022, and what is in store for 2023. David tells us his take on where the state of BBQ is right now in MN. We are very lucky to have met David and the team, we enjoyed samples at Minnesota in May and now today some fabulous jerk turkey! Always fun to talk with David and Kristen, sit back for some great information and tips! https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=machete%20boys%20bbq upnorthquecast.com MacheteBoysBBQ MNBBQSociety UpNorthQueCast Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
UNQC - Smokestack Express BBQ in Apple Valley! All aboard! Welcome to Smokestack Express, the ultimate smoked meats experience! Their drive-up, take out smokehouses attached to Cowboy Jacks on the southeast corner of Cedar Avenue and County Road 42 in Apple Valley! A whole lot goes into smoking meats! It's not as simple as throwing a steak on the grill. They start with premium cuts of meat, prepare them with their "secret" rubs and sauces, and smoke them at low, steady temperatures for up to 16 hours. Just place your order and grab an incredible meal to go. Matt and Torrey were treated to some slow smoked brisket and pulled pork, absolutely delicious. With a super tender texture and a tasty smoke this restaurant is something special. We talk with owner and operator Trevor Schneider about why he chose Apple Valley and what's coming up for the Smokestack Express restaurant. smokestackexpressbbq upnorthquecast Location: Smokestack Express 14998 Glazier Ave, Apple Valley, MN 55124 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Smoken2022 Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
UNQC- Bring'n Home the Bacon II 2022 What an awesome weekend! Find out who the winners were and we talked to some new faces never before on the podcast! Find out what happened again to the UNQC set up at the event. Laurie Tweten, organizer of Bringing home the Bacon II Neil Stocker from Fender Bender BBQ out of LeCenter, MN whom has had a great year! Patrick Diller, Killer D BBQ out of Cascade, IA. He is a KCBS Master Judge, and he is competing in his very first KCBS backyard competition. Interesting perspective! Bring'n Home the Bacon II 2022 was a blast, listen to find out about the event and get ready for Bring'n Home the Bacon in the spring! Thanks for listening! BringnHomeTheBacon.com bringnhomethebacon upnorthquecast Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
UNQC- EP 33 Regional BBQ profiles, LA trip for Torrey, CA BBQ. Torrey calls in all the way from LA! Out in California for work, he calls in to discuss regional BBQ styles, and how they compare to each other and we ask the question, what is California BBQ? The answer might be surprising! Conversation about wrapping up the grilling season as it gets colder and where we are heading in October for more interviews. Bringing Home The Bacon Team of the Year competition is October 14-16th! upnorthquecast TorreyinLA BringingHomeTheBacon Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
UNQC- 2022 #LIVIN Festival BBQ Competition!! Oh my goodness! Matt and Torrey had a blast interviewing teams, judges and organizers of this epic Minnesota competition. This episode is a tear-jerker! You will cry from laughter and will pull at your heart strings. All for an incredible cause, mental health awareness. It's a longer podcast, so we will list the different interviews and times. We hope you listen from beginning to end, as it is funny and informative. LIVIN #upnorthquecast #mnbbqsociety #LIVINFOUNDATION 06:15 Deano from Big Ten Bones, talks about what it is like to compete and to be a KCBS judge. 21:43 George from Rub Doctor BBQ Team, a new team to the event. 32:21 Bill, Shelly and Ashley with Dawgs BBQ Team 45:14 Kyle and Jake with Dad Bod BBQ Team At the 1 hour mark, Jen, Jade and Troy with Pittie Q BBQ, frequent guests of the show. 74:06 Isaiah and Sutton from Dude Bod BBQ, sons Dad Bod BBQ! 81:53 Alan and Molly from Wrecking Crew BBQ, Father and Daughter team! 101:09 Last but not least, we close out the show with Chris Gardner, organizer of the #LIVIN festival BBQ competition. Chris graciously invited us back, he highlights the day and talks about the wonderful cause that #LIVIN is all about. Please help share the podcast to help get the word out about mental health awareness. See you next year!!!! Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
UNQC- End of Summer, How To Reheat BBQ Talk, #LIVIN Preview Matt and Torrey discuss Fall BBQ, Football season, and how to reheat your BBQ leftovers. We are excited and we discussed the #LIVIN festival that is coming up this weekend! MN TOY 2022 Qualifying Contest - Backyard Series This year's event is on and we want you there! Come out and compete against some of Minnesota's best backyard teams. Chicken and Ribs will once again be the categories. Tons of live music and other family friendly events both days. Last year was a major success in teams helping raise awareness for mental health and reducing the stigma, this year won't be any different. Shoot an email to puppychow9@hotmail.com and we can send you a sign up sheet and answer any questions. Entry fees and payouts are being decided now. #LIVIN #reducethestigma #starttheconversation See you there! LIVIN UPNORTHQUECAST SUPPORTMENTALHEALTH BBQ Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
UNQC- At the MN State Fair! Pittie Q BBQ Team. Matt and Torrey have a blast recording fun and informative interviews at the MN State Fair! We were invited to the MN State Fair by our friends at Beisswenger's Hardware & Power Equipment Jen, Troy and Jade with Pittie Q BBQ Team tell us that they have been up to in the Backyard Series of competitions, and how they plan on giving back to the sport of competition BBQ! https://www.facebook.com/beisswengers https://www.facebook.com/TraegerPelletGrills https://www.facebook.com/pitteqbbq https://www.facebook.com/Saints-Sinners-BBQ-974020609595548 https://www.facebook.com/SchellsBeer Please help us share this and other episodes! UpNorthQueCast Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
UNQC- At the MN State Fair! Schell's Brewery!UNQC- At the MN State Fair! Beisswenger's Hardware & Power Equipment, Saints and Sinners Rubs, Schells Brewery, Pittie Q BBQ Team, and Traeger Grills! Schells Brewery from New Ulm! Our story began long before 1860 with a man named August Schell. From his birth, his move to the States, and even co-founding New Ulm. We all start somewhere and Schells' story started right here. We talk with Joe, Ellie and Will about the brewery, their rolls in the company, their time at the State Fair, and how beer and BBQ go hand in hand. https://www.facebook.com/beisswengers https://www.facebook.com/TraegerPelletGrills https://www.facebook.com/pitteqbbq https://www.facebook.com/Saints-Sinners-BBQ-974020609595548 https://www.facebook.com/SchellsBeer Please help us share this and other episodes! UpNorthQueCast Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
Matt and Torrey have a blast recording fun and informative interviews at the MN State Fair! We were invited to the MN State Fair by our friends at Beisswenger's Hardware & Power Equipment! Traeger Grills and Smokers! Cliff Hacker gives us the rundown on Traeger Grills and other wonderful Traeger food products such as rubs and sauces. Traeger was nice enough to give us shelter from the rain and a tour of the Timberline series of Traeger Smoker. https://www.facebook.com/beisswengers https://www.facebook.com/TraegerPelletGrills https://www.facebook.com/pitteqbbq https://www.facebook.com/Saints-Sinners-BBQ-974020609595548 https://www.facebook.com/SchellsBeer Please help us share this and other episodes! UpNorthQueCast Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
UNQC- At the MN State Fair! Beisswenger's Hardware & Power Equipment, Saints and Sinners Rubs.UNQC- At the MN State Fair! Beisswenger's Hardware & Power Equipment, Schells Brewery, Pittie Q BBQ Team, and Traeger Grills! Matt and Torrey have a blast recording fun and informative interviews at the MN State Fair! We were invited to the MN State Fair by our friends at Beisswenger's Hardware & Power Equipment! Schells Brewery from New Ulm! Our story began long before 1860 with a man named August Schell. From his birth, his move to the States, and even co-founding New Ulm. We all start somewhere and Schells' story started right here. We talk with Joe, Ellie and Will about the brewery, their rolls in the company, their time at the State Fair, and how beer and BBQ go hand in hand. We wrap up the day with Dave from Saints and SInners, along with Bill and James from Beisswenger's Hardware & Power Equipment! We get caught up on what is new in the store and we learn more about the rich history this MN icon has at the Fair and in the MN community! https://www.facebook.com/beisswengers https://www.facebook.com/TraegerPelletGrills https://www.facebook.com/pitteqbbq https://www.facebook.com/Saints-Sinners-BBQ-974020609595548 https://www.facebook.com/SchellsBeer Please help us share this and other episodes! UpNorthQueCas Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
Matt and Torrey have a blast recording fun and informative interviews at the MN State Fair! We were invited to the MN State Fair by our friends at Beisswenger's Hardware & Power Equipment! The lineup order: Schells Brewery from New Ulm! Our story began long before 1860 with a man named August Schell. From his birth, his move to the States, and even co-founding New Ulm. We all start somewhere and Schells' story started right here. We talk with Joe, Ellie and Will about the brewery, their rolls in the company, their time at the State Fair, and how beer and BBQ go hand in hand. Jen, Troy and Jade with Pittie Q BBQ Team tell us that they have been up to in the Backyard Series of competitions, and how they plan on giving back to the sport of competition BBQ! Traeger Grills and Smokers! Cliff Hacker gives us the rundown on Traeger Grills and other wonderful Traeger food products such as rubs and sauces. Traeger was nice enough to give us shelter from the rain and a tour of the Timberline series of Traeger Smokers!! We wrap up the day with Dave from Saints and SInners, along with Bill and James from Beisswenger's Hardware & Power Equipment! We get caught up on what is new in the store and we learn more about the rich history this MN icon has at the Fair and in the MN community! https://www.facebook.com/beisswengers https://www.facebook.com/TraegerPelletGrills https://www.facebook.com/pitteqbbq https://www.facebook.com/Saints-Sinners-BBQ-974020609595548 https://www.facebook.com/SchellsBeer Please help us share this and other episodes! UpNorthQueCast We will break this episode up into individual segments as well for your listening enjoyment! Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
UNQC- "Must Have's" for your BBQ cooks. Matt and Torrey voice their thoughts about what you "must have" when creating great BBQ. They both love sharing some tips for those of you that are new to creating mouth watering BBQ. Shout outs are given to friends of the show, businesses that you can visit to get some great advice and products from right here in the Twin Cities and "Up North" in Brainerd and Alexandria! We ask our great listeners to go to upnorthquecast.com, and record us a message to play on a future podcast! Share and LIKE the show! Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
UNQC 28- Time and temp talk of the BBQ we love to do. Matt and Torrey head to a local restaurant to have a cocktail and discuss the question- "How long does it take to smoke that brisket, pulled pork or ribs?" We give each of our perspectives on the time and temp question. For folks new to smoking meats, this is a great listen and we talk about chicken as well! Thank you for listening and please share with family and friends! upnorthquecast timeandtemp pleaseshare See us on Facebook! Like our page! Please share we need your support! Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
UNQC- Charcoal, Wood and Smoker Talk Matt and Torrey talk about their cooking styles, the smokers they use, and types of Charcoal and wood that they use when creating mouth watering BBQ. Listen, they discuss the BBQ circuit techniques and Matt gives his thoughts about restaurant BBQ! upnorthquecast Please share and like our Facebook page! We can be heard on all the major streaming platforms and at UpNorthQueCast.com. Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
UNQC- Farmington Dew Days Rib Cookoff 2022 Wrap-Up! Matt and Torrey spend some time in downtown Farmington at a local restaurant, just blocks from where the rib contest was held. With margaritas in hand they discuss how the Dew Days festival ended up including the rib cookoff that they organized. Thank you to the Up North QueCast, Your Cousin's BBQ, and TheMeateryMN.com for sponsoring the rib cookoff. They talk about just how much work organizing a cookoff is, including the entire week long celebration. Listen to how things ended up and they thank everyone involved and a special shout out to Holly Bernatz for her tireless work up to, including and after the event. Your leadership was incredible! Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
Matt and Torrey check in with past guests and friends! We were curious what they are up to on Father's Day. Curtis Rogers with the Backyard Galley Kitchen- Instagram ambassador- get 20% off Kitchen Steel Knives, Bear Mountain BBQ and liberty spices,10% off Meater thermometer sets or talon claw cookware! Go to his page for coupon codes! Alan Larrimore with backyard BBQ team and Hometown Hero Outdoors. Frank Davis with Big Papas BBQ- Brand Ambassador at Dead Bird BBQ - DB180 Brand Ambassador at Tribal Fire Grill and others!Go to his FacebookPage for codes!! Happy Father's Day everyone! Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
Notes go heAnderson BBQ Supply is a dedicated BBQ shop covering all your needs from grills and smokers, to fuel, wood, seasonings and sauces and much more!! Torrey and Matt talk with Robert Anderson about upcoming events that are planned. A BBQ class, a remote event and their 1 year anniversary! Tune in to get all the detai Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
The MN BBQ Society's largest event in Minnesota. with 100 teams competing in both the KCBS Backyard and KCBS Masters Series Competitions! It was a great day talking with competitors and business sponsors! Fellers Ranch Wagyu meats from Conger, MN. Don Savelkoul, VP of Ranch Operations tells us about his business and why they got into the Wagyu beef business. https://fellersranch.com/ https://www.facebook.com/fellersranchmn The Meatery-a meat subscription box company based in Mankato, ships high-quality, local meats to your residence.
EP 22- UNQC- Big Papa's BBQ SCA Comp Team in Arkansas and UNQC Update First, a quick update about The Up North QueCast, what we have going on coming up this spring and we will be at the MN in May on June 14th recording an episode so stop in and say hi! This interview gives us a great perspective into what it takes to be a winner in the SCA. We talk with a friend, Frank Davis from Big Papa's BBQ. He has been involved in the Food Service industry for much of his life. He was a restaurant manager, Food Service Director for the Georgia Department of Corrections and Juvenile Justice, and he owned his own restaurant. He first tried competition BBQ cooking when he was still living in Georgia and instantly enjoyed it. Frank and his family moved to Arkansas several years ago and he put his competition cooking on hold, but always longed to cook competitively again. One day about a year and a half ago a Facebook friend of his named Matthew VanVoltenberg suggested he should go check out the SCA Facebook page and the rest as they say is history. Frank has been competing as Big Papa's BBQ in the SCA since September 2020, winning several contests and placing in the top 10 on multiple occasions. Big Papa's BBQ competed in the World Finals in Ft Worth, TX in March and finished 25th overall in the World. He has already qualified for next year's World's Finals. Wow what a cool story! I cannot wait to hear more from Big Papa Frank Davis! https://www.facebook.com/bigpapa0726 Check out his Facebook page to get discount codes. Listen to us on our website or go to your favorite streaming site! https://upnorthquecast.com/ Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
UNQC-21 MN in May 2022 Preview Bonus Episode Minnesota in May this year is May 12th-14th at the Isanti County Fairgrounds! This episode is a preview of what is to come, so listen for details! Matt V and Torrey G talk with Jeremy Dockendorf – He is the President of the MN BBQ Society and the organizer of MN in May and Kyle Kuhn – He is a popular cook with the team Hot Daddy's BBQ, he is also a volunteer at the MN in May event. Jeremy and Kyle talk about what the MN BBQ Society is all about, it's mission and they talk about the three fun filled days in May. From the Judging classes, Compart Kid's Que, Turkey Smoke, the One-Meat* (Ribs) contest, to both the Master and Backyard KCBS cookoffs on Saturday. We get perspectives from both the organizer and from a volunteer/competitor. https://mnbbqsociety.com/MN-in-May https://www.facebook.com/mnbbqsociety https://www.facebook.com/upnorthquecast Unfortunately, Facebook no longer supports podcast files. Listen on your favorite streaming such as Iheart or go to: https://upnorthquecast.com/ Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
Northwoods Smokehouse Food Trailer interview with Matt and Kaitlyn Miller Listen on your favorite podcast streaming site such as ITunes or Apple Podcasts! Northwoods Smokehouse was founded on the principles of providing high quality classic BBQ comfort food to the various communities we serves while giving back to those who support us. All of us at Northwoods Smokehouse want to make sure we are giving back and we feel that giving back is an important part of who we are and what makes us who we are.--Matt Miller Matt and Torrey talk with Matt and Kaitlyn Miller and their employee Matt (yes there are three Matts in the same trailer) to find out what it takes to run a successful food truck, why they started their business and some great advice for anyone considering their own BBQ business. Truly some delicious BBQ and a great story! Check out this fun interview and and be on the lookout for their spot on Twin Cities Live! Their home base is in St. Paul Park and they are available to cater your special event. https://www.northwoodssmokehouse.com https://www.facebook.com/NorthwoodsSmokehouse https://upnorthquecast.com/ IHeart Podcasts: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1310-the-up-north-quecast-86178449/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9waW5lY2FzdC5jb20vZmVlZC90aGUtdXAtbm9ydGgtcXVlY2FzdA Listen on your favorite platform! Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
UNQC E19- Rude Boi Catering and Rubs Food Trailer in Redwing, MN Listen on your favorite streaming platform like IHeart and Apple Podcasts! Excellent food! The flavor is spot on! Chef Michael Holmes is super talented. His passion comes through in his food! One of the best young chefs in the state! --Facebook review from J.H. Matt and Torrey talk with Chef Michael Holmes about his food trailer business. We learn about the causes that he is passionate about and his support of the next generation. He tells us what it is like to have a food trailer business and if you are looking for some great BBQ in the Redwing, MN area, you need to listen to Chef Michael's passion. He describes his upbringing and influences from where he grew up and how that influences his flavor profiles. Listen today and message Chef Michael on Facebook or Instagram to book your catering event this spring or summer! https://www.facebook.com/upnorthquecast https://www.facebook.com/Rude-Boi-Catering-Rubs-447579046075780/?ref=page_internal https://www.instagram.com/explore/locations/447579046075780/rude-boi-catering-rubs Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
UNQC EP 18- Machete Boys BBQ at the SmokeStack BBQ Supply Store in Brainerd for the yearly Grill-A-Palooza on 3/20/2022 What a great time with David and the crew! Such an impressive BBQ store that utilizes the incredible knowledge that David Ellis and team has for classes and demonstrations. We were at the yearly Grill-A-Palooza, and we sampled great food by Machete Boys BBQ and interviewed David and the team. A note from David Ellis- The Smoke Stack BBQ Supply Store. Cory and his family are the best. They really go the extra mile to make sure we have the spices, sauces and other oddities we keep stashed around the trailer. I truly believe they are the best BBQ supply store in Minnesota with two locations, one in Brainerd and a sister store in Alexandria. Our relationship with Smokestack started shortly after they opened the store, and we're extremely proud to cook under their banner every weekend throughout the season. Machete Boys BBQ Team- Machete Boys BBQ is a championship BBQ Team from Minneapolis, MN. They have competed in more than 40 competitions across the Midwest since making the jump from Backyard to pro in 2019. Entering their 3rd full season, they are looking to pile on the wins, bring home that ever so elusive first GC and make the inaugural trip to the American Royal. David calls himself a PitBoss. Listen to find out why. Listen for David's tips on how to run a successful BBQ Team. https://www.facebook.com/macheteboysbbq https://www.facebook.com/Thesmokestack Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
Dr. Dave Parker & Saints & Sinners BBQ launches the "Blue Flame" rub line at Beisswenger's Hardware & Power Equipment in New Brighton, MN For over 20 years Dr. Dave Parker has been cooking up great food outside—from backyard BBQ's to church dinners. In that same amount of time, he has been serving local congregations as a pastor. Currently, and for the last 9 years, Dave serves as the Pastor of a Church in Shoreview, MN. The love of BBQ and community led Dave to start a new business making rubs, seasonings and sauces. He launched the website and business in early April, 2020. In the first 6 months he shipped out to all 50 states and Canada. He has over 4000 followers on social media, which is where much of his business took place initially. In the last couple years, Dave has sold Saints & Sinners BBQ products in local Twin Cities farmers markets, festivals, and pop up craft shows. Dave enjoys building relationships with our local customers. Those relationships grow into building the business by selling products to local meat markets and BBQ stores. Currently we Saints & Sinners BBQ in 18 stores from Bemidji, Brainerd, Alexandria to the Twin Cities metro and from Kansas City to Las Vegas. Dave wants to grow and connect others with his brand and unique flavor profiles. Saints & Sinners BBQ is a family operation and that's why his motto is “Family is the First Ingredient.” We talk with Jim Neuman and Bill Jergens about the store's rich history and what is to come for Beisswenger's Hardware & Power Equipment in New Brighton, MN Beisswenger's Hardware has been family-owned since 1919! They provide expert advice & service, unmatched home improvement products and those hard-to-find power equipment items. Their hardware store is sure to have everything you need & prices you can afford. For families in New Brighton, MN, the hometown hardware store is still the go-to spot for supplies to use on home improvement projects. The store has an impressive BBQ and grilling department and proudly supports local rub companies such as Saints & Sinners BBQ and the new "Blue Flame" rub line!! Please support these great local businesses! https://www.facebook.com/beisswengers https://sns-bbq.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Saints-Sinners-BBQ-974020609595548 Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
Smokin' Bros Rubs and Seasonings UNQC Episode 16! This episode starts out with Matt and Torrey talking about the food market and what restaurants and other businesses are going through when they are trying to purchase food for their business. We move over to interviewing Joe and Brandon Witter, brothers that work as correctional officers for the State of Minnesota. They started Smokin' Bros Rubs and Seasonings with a great cause in mind. With every bottle sold a portion is donated to The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation. They talk about their business, how they develop their rubs and how they are able to donate to this cause they care about. They have an award winning rub! They were voted into the top 10! The "Lockdown" rub won an award in BBQ Magazine's Rubs of Honor in the seafood category! Smokin' Bros Rubs and Seasonings has a competition team and is a business sponsor of the Minnesota BBQ Society. There are successful teams using their tasty rubs in cookoffs as well. Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
Winning awards for not only their BBQ, they won for best beer selection and catering! We talk to Andrew and BJ about how they started during the pandemic shutdown and what is in store for this award winning restaurant. Voted Best BBQ! 2021 Minnesota's Best Gold Winner Star and Tribune Voted Best Beer Selection and Best Catering! 2020 Northfield's Best WInner Andrew & Lisa Rasmussen have had dreams of being a restaurateur and a vison to bring a unique dining destination to their hometown of Lonsdale, MN; with that idea in mind, they created Smoke. Smoke is a restaurant combining high quality and tasty BBQ, hand crafted by Andrew, with high quality, unique taps and libations, creating a special dining experience out of Lonsdale, MN. In addition to having the restaurant, they will provide catering to the surrounding areas, bringing delicious BBQ to corporate events, social events, weddings and more! https://www.mnsmokellc.com https://www.facebook.com/mnsmokellc Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
Another great interview with Eric Lofthus, owner of Eroc's LLC. Eric says he has always been interested in the BBQ industry and has been on the BBQ circuit for years, traveling and competing in many states. While creating rubs and sauces for competitions, Erik had a lot of interest from the public in his products, so he went into mass production. He has over 90 National Awards for his products from the biggest Competitions out there. He continues to innovate and come up with new rubs and sauces. Erik and I have competed in some of the same cookoffs over the years, and I have noticed his tent at local farmer's markets! I am excited to share this interview with you! He's a native Minnesotan that worked hard and all that hard work has paid off! Hear his story on #UNQC and look him up at https://www.facebook.com/ErocsLLC and at http://erocsllc.com @upnorthquecast is on all the major streaming sites! Please subscribe, rate, share and review our podcasts on Facebook! Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
UNQC 2021 wrap-up and a great interview with Furlongs Smoke and Seafood, they are the 2021 Minnesota BBQ Society Backyard Team of the Year and Backyard Chicken Team of the Year. Joey and Drew talk about how they were able to secure two TOY awards! Furlongs Smoke & Seafood got their start in the BBQ world in the summer of 2018. With a 1st place call in ribs and People's Choice Award at their first BBQ competition, they were off to the races. Lifelong friends, Joey Lee and Drew Wilson started Furlongs after traveling the country in search of the best BBQ around. Whether it's cooking for a competition or a catering event, they're serious about their 'Que. In 2021, Furlongs received multiple 1st place chicken and rib calls, won two Grand Championships, and two Reserve Grand Championships. They are the 2021 Minnesota BBQ Society Backyard Team of the Year and Backyard Chicken Team of the Year. Joey and Drew hope to pickup right where they left off last season and can't wait to hit the road and get the BBQ season started. Visit them at https://www.facebook.com/FurlongsBBQ Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast Find out more at https://the-up-north-quecast.pinecast.co
Another small business spotlight! What a fun afternoon at Northern Fire Grilling & BBQ Supply with Aaron Bourdage! He talks about starting his Lucky19 Sauce Company, his competition team, and his BBQ supply store. We learn about where he grew up and how he made it to where he is today. His wealth of knowledge is extensive and he talks about the incredible products he sells every day. A fun listen, you will not be disappointed! In January 2020, Quetopia BBQ Supply becomes Northern Fire Grilling & BBQ Supply (we'll open in early March). Tony Korthaus of Quetopia made the decision to move back to his home state of Iowa. Aaron Bourdage & Missy Fisher, owners of Lucky19 Sauce Company made the decision to step in and take over where Quetopia left off. We are on a mission to provide the best quality BBQ and Grilling products that would not only serve, but exceed, the needs of our loyal customers. From day one, a genuine love and passion for quality retail and top-notch customer service will define who we are and what we do. Our dedication to our work is reflected through our great merchandise, carefully selected and sorted to make our customers' shopping experience enjoyable and satisfactory. Get in touch to learn more about Northern Fire Grilling & BBQ Supply. https://northernfirebbq.com/ Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast
Wrecking Crew BBQ Team's Pitmaster Alan Larrimore talks about his BBQ journey in the KCBS and MBS team standings! They are a new team with incredible success. He is the state director for Hometown Hero Outdoors, a Non-profit that has a mission to get active military, Veterans and law enforcement officers into the outdoors. They have held 2 “BBQ Bootcamp” events to introduce members to competition BBQ. Hear his story and others on your favorite streaming service! https://www.facebook.com/Wrecking-Crew-Barbecue-101106815500951 Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast
Curtis Rogers from the Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/backyard_galley_kitchen joins us to discuss his love of cooking outside for family and friends in his own galley style kitchen! He talks about some unique and easy to do items for the holidays and about his travels in Wisconsin and Minnesota. Curtis hails from the Lacrosse, WI area and tells us about some great BBQ restaurants he has stumbled across when traveling! He has a tip for finding the right place to eat when you are on the road. Curtis also joined us for our Holiday Round Table bonus episode, released on November 24th! Thank you for listening and please share upnorthquecast.com on your Facebook and you can listen there as well! Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast
Tim Parlin is the Sole Proprietor of The Rolling Smoke. The Rolling Smoke is a BBQ food cart and he just finished his first year in business. He strives to produce high quality BBQ on a small footprint! A really small one! Listen to his BBQ journey and learn what it is like to start your own BBQ business. https://www.instagram.com/the_rolling_smoke/ https://www.facebook.com/timistherollingsmoke https://www.therollingsmoke.com/ Email matt@butterandspiceco.com if you want to be a guest or know someone that would be a great guest on @upnorthquecast Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast
A bonus episode that releases Wednesday, November 24th, just in time for Thanksgiving. The Up North QueCast's first Holiday round table! Matt and Torrey talk with our friends Chef Neil Meier and Curtis Rogers about some unique meals they love to prepare for friends and family during the holidays. Included is our "This or That" segment that is sure to give you a chuckle! Listen on your favorite app or at upnorthquecast.com and please share to help us grow! Listeners, please go to upnorthquecast.com and leave us a voice message to be played in an upcoming episode! Let us know what your favorite holiday meal is and if you have a great recipe, let us know! Thank you for listening and Happy Holidays! Next episode releases on Friday, November 26th! Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast
Anderson BBQ Supply (DOUBLE) Steak Cookoff @ Vadnais Heights, MN Split into 2 episodes! Great interviews with: Robert Anderson, Anderson BBQ Supply Host Don Collier, SCA Prime Judge and KCBS Master Judge Wes Pederson, TeamSmokRing.com Jim WIllard, Jimmy Rays BBQ and Sauces Brian Horsman Mad Horse BBQ Chris Bohnemeier, Code 3 Spices Scott Nardi, Tankerbelle Steak Team These interviews give a wonderful perspective from a SCA Prime Judge and KCBS Master Judge, as well as from the competitors themselves. You will also hear from some great BBQ businesses in MN! Enjoy!
Anderson BBQ Supply (DOUBLE) Steak Cookoff @ Vadnais Heights, MN Split into 2 episodes! Great interviews with: Robert Anderson, Anderson BBQ Supply Host Don Collier, SCA Prime Judge and KCBS Master Judge Wes Pederson, TeamSmokRing.com Jim WIllard, Jimmy Rays BBQ and Sauces Brian Horsman Mad Horse BBQ Chris Bohnemeier, Code 3 Spices Scott Nardi, Tankerbelle Steak Team These interviews give a wonderful perspective from a SCA Prime Judge and KCBS Master Judge, as well as from the competitors themselves. You will also hear from some great BBQ businesses in MN! Enjoy! Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast
Shane is an Ohio native that talks about his BBQ journey! Does smoking a pork butt give you anxiety? Listen to this story! You can do it! Great interview with Shane Kirschner, Ohio Pitmaster and BBQ enthusiast. We discuss how Shane got his start in BBQ, Ohio BBQ styles, his military service, what BBQ means to him and more. We are looking for great stories, and his is a funny and informative one! A great listen for your afternoon commute! Reach out to us on Facebook to get interviewed if you have a great BBQ story to tell! On the The Up North QueCast we talk to them all, big or small, local or national! Support The Up North QueCast by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-up-north-quecast
Local Business Spotlight! Owner and Executive Chef at Chef Neal's Healthy Meals talks about his BBQ journey! Chef Neal does BBQ pop-ups in the Lakeville, MN area and his next event is Friday 10/15 from 5pm-7pm at the Spero Senior Living facility near the Lakeville North High School! His food is created with a healthy twist, and explains how he creates amazing BBQ in a healthy way. Show your support by listening, sharing this podcast and getting the word out about Chef Neal's BBQ Pop-ups! Chef Neal's Healthy Meals (chefnealshealthymeals.com) Go to his website for more BBQ pop-up dates or to find out how to preorder for a Monday dinner! Chef Neal even delivers! Chef Neal's Healthy Meals (Spero Senior Living), 19351 Indiana Ave, Lakeville Check us out from 5-7pm. Come one, come all. Limited quantities available Chef Neil does delivery to your home on Mondays! Go to his website for details.
Part 1 of the full episode, see part 2 as well! Chris Gardner, Organizer of the #LIVIN Music Festival BBQ Cookoff, Nathan Quigley and Kim Lippert, Smoky GQ Competition Team, This year's LIVIN Music Festival was on Sept 17th &18th & is fun for the whole family with daytime & evening activities! Made possible by the LIVIN Foundation for mental health awareness and suicide prevention. It's always a great day to be alive!
This year's LIVIN Music Festival was on Sept 17th &18th & is fun for the whole family with daytime & evening activities! Made possible by the LIVIN Foundation for mental health awareness and suicide prevention. It's always a great day to be alive! Chris Gardner, Organizer of the #LIVIN Music Festival BBQ Cookoff Nathan Quigley and Kim Lippert, Smoky GQ Competition Team Drew Wilson and Joey Lee, Furlong Smoke and Seafood, second place rib winners Greg Laney, Sovereign Smoke BBQ Products
Part 2 of the full episode! Smoky GQ Competition Team Drew Wilson and Joey Lee, Furlong Smoke and Seafood, second place rib winners, Greg Laney, Sovereign Smoke BBQ Products. This year's LIVIN Music Festival was on Sept 17th &18th & is fun for the whole family with daytime & evening activities! Made possible by the LIVIN Foundation for mental health awareness and suicide prevention. It's always a great day to be alive!
Robert Anderson of Anderson BBQ supply talks about his BBQ store in Vandais Heights, MN and what is coming up for his customers and the Double SCA Steak Cookoff on October 30, 2021.
Episode Notes Matt V interviews his co-host Torrey G and they discuss 2 upcoming events and Torrey's BBQ catering and rub business.
Your host talks about MN BBQ and what to expect in the podcast. Regional BBQ talk and things BBQ related including sanctioned events, competition teams, products and more. Let's put Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa on the map, growing the sport of BBQ through discussions and interviews.
Episode Notes Regional BBQ talk and things BBQ related including sanctioned events, competition teams, products and more. Let's put Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa on the map, growing the sport of BBQ through discussions and interviews. jT8k9yHmWPKQI9pqSpT7
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