Still, however often grilling mitts are pulled on, tongs are brandished and eyes start to smart from that appetizing smoke, Memorial Day serves to give many families a holiday around which to focus festive preparations. The art of grilling inspires major statements from fans. I believe barbecuing begot civilization. It's central to the human experience. Real barbecue may be one of the few last truly regional American foods.
True barbecue is always indirect, slow, with a lot of smoke.
Raichlen was talking as he prepared food for the grill on the deck of a waterfront restaurant in Manhattan, at a cookout organized by Cutco Cutlery. This menu included fruit used in appetizers and dessert, along with seafood, chicken, tofu and assorted veggies. He delivered a fluent commentary as he worked. Use a rub before cooking, perhaps some combination of a little sugar, paprika, salt and pepper. Use soaked wood chips to give extra smok- iness.