Tim here. MA isn't exactly known for being a BBQ mecca, so there's not much to choose from restaurant wise. Chances are 50/50 at best for a good meal. So I decided to try myself. Been smoking ribs for a couple years on my Weber Genesis, but that's been about it till last month when I got my first smoker for Christmas. I wanted a charcoal, but electric was the best the budget could handle. Figure in a couple years I can upgrade. I will say electric is REALLY easy. Done a pulled pork twice, came out really good both times but took WAY longer than I initially expected. I've tried doing brisket twice but I've had bad luck with it, both times came out too done. Trying again this weekend. Look forward to reading some words from the experts...