Sixteen ​“pitmasters” from five states gathered in Seymour March 18 to learn barbeque tips from the pros.
The two-day class was taught by Joe Beland — a national barbeque champ — and Ryan Newstrom — of Big T’z Q Cru. The two have earned 21 Grand Championships and hundreds of other awards in just three years of competing.
The class focused on the following barbeque details:
- procurement
- preparation
- cooking
- presentation
Participants cooked with pork, ribs, chicken and brisket.
The event, which cost $650 per person, was held at Whittemore Ice Cream in Seymour.
