– 1 cup unsalted butter (make sure it’s at room temperature) – 2 cups granulated sugar – 4 large eggs (room temperature) – 2 ...

A look at North Carolina barbecue counters that showcase Eastern and Lexington flavors through traditional sauces and ...

Ok guys, we all know that Raleigh is the state capital, so when you’re looking for mouth-watering North Carolina-style ...

There’s a magical moment when you sink your teeth into perfectly smoked ribs and everything else in the world momentarily disappears. That transcendent experience awaits at 12 Bones Smokehouse in ...

The history of American cuisine — and barbecue in particular — is, at its core, a story about what to do with leftovers. Not the modern-day kind, like the turkey sandwiches and casseroles we cobble ...

A platter with brisket, sausage, turkey, ribs, homemade brioche, sides and desserts is seen at Goldee’s Barbecue in Fort Worth. Chitose Suzuki / Staff Photographer If you’re visiting North Texas for ...

North Texas Smoke BBQ, which gained fame as a roadside trailer hidden behind a fireworks stand and a motorcycle dealership, will move into a new restaurant space there in January. Pitmaster Derek ...

Two South Carolina restaurants were named in USA TODAY's 10BEST list for Carolina-style BBQ. One Hot Mama's BBQ in Hilton Head ranked number six on the list. Brown's Bar-B-Que in Kingstree was ranked ...

In the South, we all know there’s a soft spot in our hearts for barbecue. Now, a new report is revealing which restaurants are the very best for Carolina-style barbecue. USA Today released a list of ...

North Carolina is famed for its legendary barbecues. Throughout the state the smoky flavors of its cities offer a unique take on this beloved culinary tradition, taking you on a culinary journey ...

Close your eyes for a moment. Can you hear the sizzle? Smell the sweet-and-sour tang of vinegar cutting through rich pork smoke? For North Carolinians, these aren’t just sensory details; they’re the ...

Texas went into USA Today's Readers' Choice Awards with 10 barbecue joints aiming to be the No. 1 Texas-style barbecue in the country. Somehow, every single one of them lost out. That's right. Not ...