The competition field at the 2024 Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest is as fierce as ever. The teams will battle May 15-18 at Liberty Park for the title of Grand Champion.

Melissa Nelson sprinted to the judging table with just 10 seconds left on the clock, her rack of ribs in hand, as the California State Fair’s barbecue competition neared its deadline Saturday. The ...

One of the most awarded barbecue pitmasters is coming to Modesto to judge a local competition and name who has the best ribs, chicken and more. No pressure, right? Famous Dave's restaurant near ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

The smell of barbecue will soon be wafting through the streets of Downtown Memphis once again. The first SmokeSlam barbecue festival will debut in Memphis at Tom Lee Park. The three-day festival, ...

BETHLEHEM, Pa. -- Pitmasters, start your grills! A new barbecue competition is coming to Bethlehem this summer. ArtsQuest is partnering with Nick's BBQ to put on the Steel City Smokeout on Saturday, ...

The Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest returns for its 47th year. More than 150 teams, representing various locations worldwide, will compete. The event takes place May 14-17 ...