Barbecue America: A Pilgrimage in Search of America's Best Barbecue

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Summary: Looks good, but.....
Review: I'm not nearly as excited about this book as some of the other readers. It is a great coffee table book with lots of great pictures, but as for the recipes I found them sadly lacking. Paul Kirks book is much better at half the price and I can guarantee it will be used twice as much. If I hadn't got mine as a gift I would have felt like I got ripped off.

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Summary: Jack Bettridge is an absolute genius!!
Review: This book is so much more than your average cookbook. It includes reviews of barbecue contests across the country as well as numerous tantalizing recipes and mouth-watering photos. The book is chock full of hilarious anecdotes and tips for the beginner to the most experienced barbecuer. Jack Bettridge, the author of the book (Rick Browne is the photographer) is a n absolute genius. He is the newest icon for the millenium. His use of words is informative as well as entertaining. This book is a must have for any family or bachelor with a grill. And if you don't have a grill go out and buy one right away! You don't want to miss this.

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Summary: great recipes, and a book filled with barbecue facts
Review: Was given the book by a friend and loved the recipes, very creative, very fun and easy to follow. My husband now makes bbq brisket like we used to get in Houston. Super chapter on Texas bbq brisket pitmasters. The photos are wonderful. I ordered four for my bridge club.