BBQ Interview Series - Kevin’s BBQ Joints
A BBQ Interview Series by Kevin’s BBQ Joints focusing on personalities in the BBQ, meat and food world. We dive deep into their history, current projects, and more importantly their passion for BBQ and meat.
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Episodes
Wednesday Mar 04, 2020
Wednesday Mar 04, 2020
In this episode I chat with Danny Gordon from Flatpoint Barbecue in Los Angeles, California. Currently he pops up every Saturday at Surf Liquor on Main Street in Santa Monica(just north of Ocean Park) from 11AM til sold out.He's only been officially on a weekly basis since January, but he has quickly become a bright shining star of central Texas style BBQ here in Los Angeles. Not only does he have amazing brisket, ribs, and sausage(scratch made), but he has killer sides, super unique and delicious sandwiches, and specials such as lamb shawarma and pastrami beef ribs. Hear his story, his passion, what you can look forward to the future of Flatpoint and most importantly his desire to bring incredible barbecue to the city.See all things Flatpoint Barbecue here: https://flatpointbarbecue.comFollow Flatpoint Barbecue on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/flatpointbarbecueFlatpoint Barbecue on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flatpointbarbecuePartners:AJ's Custom Cookers: https://www.ajscustomcookers.comPhone: 817-714-4495AJ's on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajscustomcookersAJ's on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AJsCustomCookersANDTreaty Oak Distilling: https://www.treatyoakdistilling.com/whiskeySee Treaty Oak Distilling on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treatyoakTreaty Oak Distilling is on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TreatyOak
Monday Mar 02, 2020
Monday Mar 02, 2020
In this episode I chat with Ellen Marie Bennett (in a parka because her factory was freezing cold that day), the CEO and Founder of Hedley & Bennett about her journey from Los Angeles to Mexico City(going to Culinary School there) to walking in the back doors of Providence and Lazy Ox(sadly closed now) to selling aprons out of her car to moving from a 400 square foot factory to what they are now in, a 16,000 square foot factory. Per Ellen, 'Anything amazing is usually complicated to accomplish', and she goes into detail on how difficult it was to get to where she is today, but how incredible that ride has been. Hedley & Bennett is not just an apron company, but culinary brand. They are bridging the gap between the professional and home cook. They put out INCREDIBLE product and Ellen is a force of nature. You are going to lover this interview. See all things Hedley & Bennett here: https://www.hedleyandbennett.comRead all about Ellen here: https://www.hedleyandbennett.com/pages/founderSee Hedley & Bennett's Kitchen Essentials: https://www.hedleyandbennett.com/pages/kitchenessentialsFollow Ellen on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/ellenmariebennettCheck out Oliver's Pig Adventures here: https://www.instagram.com/oliverspigadventuresPartners:AJ's Custom Cookers: https://www.ajscustomcookers.comPhone: 817-714-4495AJ's on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajscustomcookersAJ's on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AJsCustomCookersANDTreaty Oak Distilling: https://www.treatyoakdistilling.com/whiskeySee Treaty Oak Distilling on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treatyoakTreaty Oak Distilling is on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TreatyOak
Friday Feb 28, 2020
Friday Feb 28, 2020
In this episode I get a chance to chat with Chef John Bates from InterStellar BBQ in Austin, Texas. We talk about his journey from Corpus Christi to Portland to Austin. All the while he's been working in restaurants since he was 17 years old. His first endeavor on his own was Noble Sandwich Company(http://noblesandwiches.com) which he expanded to a second location then pivoted turn one location into InterStellar BBQ because he wanted to spend more time with his family and have a daytime job. We talk deeply into how not to start a sandwich business, what it's like to be on Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives and the nature of nature of today’s bbq business. Of course we end chatting in depth about his unique menu. See all things InterStellar BBQ here: https://www.facebook.com/InterstellarbbqFollow InterStellar BBQ on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/interstellarbbqBrady Clark: https://www.instagram.com/mbradyclarkBrisket Country: https://www.instagram.com/brisketcountryPartners:AJ's Custom Cookers: https://www.ajscustomcookers.comPhone: 817-714-4495AJ's on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajscustomcookersAJ's on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AJsCustomCookersANDTreaty Oak Distilling: https://www.treatyoakdistilling.com/whiskeySee Treaty Oak Distilling on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treatyoakTreaty Oak Distilling is on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TreatyOak
Friday Feb 21, 2020
Friday Feb 21, 2020
In this episode I get a chance to talk to Brandon Simpson from Jazzy B's Diner in Lee's Summit, Missouri. This is a GREAT interview that covers SO MUCH, but most importantly I feel you get chance to really know Brandon and how passionate he is about food, serving people that fantastic food, and running a strong business. This interview is peppered with strong business advice as well as insight into his background and the inspiration for his evolving and eclectic menu.
Note at the end of the interview there is a SECRET WORD for something special at his restaurant.
See all things Jazzy B's Diner here: https://jazzybsdiner.com
Follow Jazzy B's on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/jazzybs1
Check out Jazzy B's Diner on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/JazzyBdiner
Their Motto: ‘Come break bread with our family’
Open: Tuesday through Sunday
Tuesday & Wednesday 11AM–8PM
Thursday - Saturday - 11AM–9PM
Sunday 11AM–8PM
Partners:
AJ's Custom Cookers: https://www.ajscustomcookers.com
Phone: 817-714-4495
AJ's on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajscustomcookers
AJ's on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AJsCustomCookers
AND Treaty Oak Distilling: https://www.treatyoakdistilling.com/whiskey
See Treaty Oak Distilling on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treatyoak
Treaty Oak Distilling is on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TreatyOak
Tuesday Feb 18, 2020
Tuesday Feb 18, 2020
In this episode of '10 Minutes With' I chat with Wyatt Dickson from Picnic in Durham about his new BBQ joint opening in the fall of 2020 called Wyatt's Whole Hog Barbecue. We go into depth about the location, the menu, the philosophy behind a second spot, moving to Raleigh(him personally), and his fondness for Jersey Mikes.
Check out the build up to opening(and beyond) at: https://www.instagram.com/wyattsbarbecue
Check out all things Picnic Durham here: https://www.instagram.com/picnicdurham
and here: https://picnicdurham.com
See our previous YouTube interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9DeG4z2t94
Partners:
AJ's Custom Cookers: https://www.ajscustomcookers.com
Phone: 817-714-4495
AJ's on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajscustomcookers
AJ's on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AJsCustomCookers
AND Treaty Oak Distilling: https://www.treatyoakdistilling.com/whiskey
See Treaty Oak Distilling on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treatyoak
Treaty Oak Distilling is on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TreatyOak
Thursday Feb 13, 2020
Thursday Feb 13, 2020
In this episode I get a chance to chat with Trey Sanchez from Vaqueros Texas Bar-B-Q based in Dallas, Texas. He pops up 1 to 2 times a week in and around Dallas and does catering(small scale up to huge themed events). We get into his history, which was knee deep in BBQ, and what he's offering at pop-ups with a touch into what the future holds. BIG things are coming so follow his social media.
See all things Vaqueros Texas Bar-B-Q(and get an updated schedule) here:https://www.vaquerostexasbarbq.com/
Check Vaqueros out on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/vaquerostexasbarbq
Also Check Out Silverado Ranch: https://www.silveradoranch.com
Partners:
AJ's Custom Cookers: https://www.ajscustomcookers.com
Phone: 817-714-4495
AJ's on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajscustomcookers
AJ's on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AJsCustomCookers
AND Treaty Oak Distilling: https://www.treatyoakdistilling.com/whiskey
See Treaty Oak Distilling on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treatyoak
Treaty Oak Distilling is on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TreatyOak
Monday Feb 10, 2020
Monday Feb 10, 2020
In this episode of '10 Minutes With' I chat with Ryan Cooper about cancer; how he found out in November, just before Thanksgiving, what procedures he had, how his family and job reacted, what he's dealing with now, and what the road ahead is. He's very honest, very up front about everything. If you love BBQ and/or love Ryan you are going to really enjoy this.
Donate to Assist Ryan here: https://www.facebook.com/bbqtouristfund
See all things Ryan Cooper here: https://bbqtourist.com
See Ryan on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/bbqtourist
Check out The Smoke Sheet here: https://www.bbqnewsletter.com
Partners:
AJ's Custom Cookers: https://www.ajscustomcookers.com
Phone: 817-714-4495
AJ's on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajscustomcookers
AJ's on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AJsCustomCookers
AND Treaty Oak Distilling: https://www.treatyoakdistilling.com/whiskey
See Treaty Oak Distilling on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treatyoak
Treaty Oak Distilling is on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TreatyOak
Wednesday Feb 05, 2020
Wednesday Feb 05, 2020
In this episode of '10 Minutes With' I chat with Reid Guess from Guess Family Barbecue about their new brick and mortar location and especially the new Sunday Brunch they are doing there. We talk also about opening koKo Ramen in Waco's first food hall and about their sandwich concept at the Silos. We talk pit building, pancakes, Taylor Swift, and everything in between. It's short, but super in depth. Guess Family Barbecuehttps://www.guessfamilybbq.comWednesday Through Saturday 11AM - 8PMSunday Brunch - 10AM - 4PMhttps://www.instagram.com/guessfamilybarbecuekoKo Ramen:http://www.kokoramentogo.comSunday Through Thursday 11AM - 8PMFriday & Saturday - 11AM - 10PMPartners:AJ's Custom Cookers: https://www.ajscustomcookers.comPhone: 817-714-4495AJ's on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajscustomcookersAJ's on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AJsCustomCookersANDTreaty Oak Distilling: https://www.treatyoakdistilling.com/whiskeySee Treaty Oak Distilling on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treatyoakTreaty Oak Distilling is on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TreatyOak
