Originally Posted By davewasbaloo Well I have to say my experience in Texas, the Chilli was pretty awesome (also tried it in California, Nevada, Arizona, and New Mexico). I like Texas BBQ, but Chicago BBQ is good too. Sadly the UK is very poor for Chilli and BBQ, sometimes we go to DLP to enjoy the chilli and BBQ on offer there (of course I cooks too, but it always tastes better when someone else does it).
Originally Posted By Sara Tonin I find that interesting that someone else's cooking always tastes better..appearently this is always true, unless Melekalekemaka's mom is the cook.
Originally Posted By FerretAfros As for the BBQ argument, I would just like to throw North Carolina back in for consideration. While many states have their own kind (Texas, Kansas/Missouri), I think NC is the only state to have two very distinct types depending on where you are in the state. And it's also next to impossible to find 'outside' BBQ anywhere in the state, which I think is a great thing.
Originally Posted By danyoung >Texas isn't anything special, it's just a big place.< Texas ain't a place - it's an attitude!
Originally Posted By Kennesaw Tom I have to agree with FerretAfros, my favorite BBQ is North Carolina style, its vinegary. The only other BBQ that comes close is Kentucky style made with Bourbon BBQ sauce.
Originally Posted By RoadTrip Some places in Epcot we've found that not many seem to visit: Norway - there is always an exhibit inside the Stave Church. Japan - there is a gallery at the far rear of the Japanese pavilion. One time we visited it had a really interesting historical toy exhibit. Another time there was an exhibit on Baseball in Japan. Morocco - there is a prayer/meditation room that has absolutely gorgeous tile work.
Originally Posted By A Happy Haunt We recently discovered the Toys in The Japan Pavilion. The kids did the KidCot FunStops where you make a mask & add to it in every country. This kinda drags you thru every Pavilion.
Originally Posted By vbdad55 but Chicago BBQ is good too yes it certainly is...while an offshoot of Memphis BBQ- it has evolved into it's own style as well. There is also excellent Chili here( I make a very good one IMHO myself)- but wedoithere for different reasons.It is a 'warmerupper' in winter time here. Some of the best Chili here made in the Firehouses.
Originally Posted By MPierce >> Texas ain't a place - it's an attitude! << It's a whole nuther Country Pardner! No wonder most folks get tired of hearing us carry on. The best poster I saw about Texas was at a ski resort in Colorado. It said " If God had meant for Texans to Ski, He would have made BS white!".
Originally Posted By MPierce It's really funny how different areas of the Country have their own way of fixing things. I'm sure I would like all of them. Now I'm going to have to run down to Hickory Hollow tonight, and pick me up a few pounds of their BBQ.
Originally Posted By vbdad55 We have one of those Rib Festivals here inmy burb. Been the most popular 'fest' in Illinois like 6 years running.25-30 rib/BBQ vendors from all over the county and one from Australia that comes every year. 4 days of BBQ and music -- bands like Ted Nugent / Heart / Foreigner etc--- two stages.I can walk from my house --it gives you chance to sample from all areas -- works for me... <a href="http://illinois-travel.suite101.com/article.cfm/ribfest_weekend_in_naperville_il" target="_blank">http://illinois-travel.suite10...ville_il</a>
Originally Posted By Autopia Deb Putting in my vote for California's own Santa Maria style BBQ. It's not Q in the traditional sense with yummy sauce smothering grilled pig or cow. It's an entire meal. Rub a tri-tip roast with garlic or garlic salt, grill 'til rare or medium rare. Serve with green salad (Ranch dressing preferred because it's from here originally) baked beans and garlic bread! Yummm-mee!
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo >>> 4 days of BBQ and music -- bands like Ted Nugent / Heart / Foreigner etc--- two stages.I can walk from my house --it gives you chance to sample from all areas -- works for me...<<< MMMmmmmm that sounds like music to my ears and tummy. All this talk of BBQ meant last night I had Tandoori - Indian BBQ - very nice, but not as good as a smoky mesquite experience I grew up with. And indeed my mom dated a fireman when I was little, those guys made great chilli.
Originally Posted By MPierce >> All this talk of BBQ meant last night I had Tandoori - Indian BBQ - very nice, but not as good as a smoky mesquite experience I grew up with. << Completely off topic but, it sure seems like folks in the UK really like Indian food. Is this a carry-over from when India was a British Colony Dave?
Originally Posted By CarolinaDisneyDad Doesn't mesquite originate in Texas? Told you there was stuff I would like about Texas. I love BBQ. Dave, what are normal daily foods in UK? Does it vary by region like in the US? Spirit, do people in China go to American restaurants like people in America go to Chinese restaurants? Off thread but just wondering.
Originally Posted By carribean queen UK = comfort food! Bangers and mash in and apple cider gravy are the best!
Originally Posted By bobbelee9 Give me a couple English Rose's and I might not realize I was eating Bangers.
