Hello all, I am new to this site, and a professional chef/restaurant owner in Charlottesville, Va. Although I own an Italian restaurant, I'm infatuated with smoked meats and the cooking process that goes with. I had a cheap store bought offset that leaked smoke and heat like crazy but still managed to make some decent BBQ on it. Time to upgrade, sold it, and am now looking for a stick burner in the $1000- $1500 range (unfortunately that includes shipping which makes it tough that I'm in Virginia). Tried local fabricators, didn't work out.
Any advice would be helpful, I'm looking and emailing several builders as we speak.I'm just looking for something in the 20"by36" range to cook for family and friends.
Although I've been cooking professionally for many many years, when it comes to smoking, I'm sure (and hopeful) I can learn a lot from many of you. Thank you.
Any advice would be helpful, I'm looking and emailing several builders as we speak.I'm just looking for something in the 20"by36" range to cook for family and friends.
Although I've been cooking professionally for many many years, when it comes to smoking, I'm sure (and hopeful) I can learn a lot from many of you. Thank you.