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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Midlife Smoke?

Midlife Smoke is a BBQ journey exploring Texas's top BBQ joints and sharing personal cooking experiences.

How can I find recipes?
What are the top BBQ joints?
Where can I watch videos?
What is the mission?

Our mission is to visit Texas's top BBQ joints while sharing authentic cooking stories and experiences.

You can find recipes from my backyard cooks on the blog, showcasing personal favorites and BBQ techniques.

You can find the list of top 50 BBQ joints on our website, linked in the blog.

You can watch videos on our YouTube channel, featuring BBQ tips and pitmaster stories.

A barbecue grill is shown with pieces of marinated chicken roasting over hot charcoal. The meat appears to be well-cooked with a crispy, browned texture. Smoke is wafting up from the coals, adding to the rustic outdoor cooking scene.
A barbecue grill is shown with pieces of marinated chicken roasting over hot charcoal. The meat appears to be well-cooked with a crispy, browned texture. Smoke is wafting up from the coals, adding to the rustic outdoor cooking scene.

Gallery

Explore our BBQ journey through captivating visuals.

Juicy, brown ribs cooking on an outdoor grill, surrounded by smoke and a burst of sunlight to the left, adding a radiant glow to the scene.
Juicy, brown ribs cooking on an outdoor grill, surrounded by smoke and a burst of sunlight to the left, adding a radiant glow to the scene.
Juicy pieces of meat are grilling on a barbecue with visible flames in the background. The meat appears to be well-cooked with grill marks and a slightly crispy outer layer.
Juicy pieces of meat are grilling on a barbecue with visible flames in the background. The meat appears to be well-cooked with grill marks and a slightly crispy outer layer.