It's a foodie weekend, and the festivities kicked off Friday afternoon! After
work, I embarked on a two-kilometre trek to Jonathan Rogers Park for the
SummerCamp Rib & Music Fest. Let's just say the barbecue was calling my
name!
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This is Bacon promoting Smoke Dem Bones
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They had a whole selection of rubs to choose from: Gator BBQ, Smoke Dem Bones,
Boss Hog's, Prairie Smoke and Spice, and Grizzly BBQ. We remembered enjoying
Prairie Smoke and Spice at the PNE Summer Fair a few years back, but this
time, we opted for the intriguing Grizzly BBQ and the enticing Smoke Dem Bones
with adorable Bacon (pig) inflatable.
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Grizzly BBQ
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Grizzly BBQ: A Tender and Toothsome Twosome
Staying true to the spirit of the event, we ordered the Pulled Pork and Ribs
combo from Grizzly BBQ. The pulled pork was an absolute dream -
melt-in-your-mouth tender and bursting with juicy goodness. The ribs, on the
other hand, were a textural delight - perfectly cooked to achieve that
"fall-off-the-bone" tenderness.
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Combo: Rib and Pulled Pork from Grizzly BBQ
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Pulled Pork from Grizzly BBQ
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Rib from Grizzly BBQ
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Smoke Dem Bones: A Brisket Revelation
Our second (and wisely final) stop was at Smoke Dem Bones. We knew we couldn't
conquer mountains of meat forever! Here, we dove into their Ribs and Brisket
combo. The brisket surprised us - it was incredibly flavorful, even without
any barbecue sauce. While it wasn't the juiciest, the rich smokiness
definitely held its own. Now, onto the ribs: my hubby declared them the clear
winner, but mine threw me a curveball. The first bite revealed a surprisingly
tough bark (is that the correct term?). Thankfully, the subsequent ribs were
more forgiving, offering a beautiful balance of tenderness and juicy marbling.
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Ribs from Smoke Dem Bones
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Beef Brisket from Smoke Dem Bones
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A Sweet (and Healthy) End
After this carnivorous adventure, we decided to give our hearts a break with a
couple of refreshing smoothies from Body Energy Club. They were the perfect
companions on our leisurely walk home.
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Green Goddess from Body Energy Club
Coconut milk, avocado, banana, kale, spinach, organic dates, almond
butter, and vegan protein
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Chocolate Keto from Body Energy Club
Almond milk, avocado, organic coconut meat, organic cacao nibs,
cocoa, Himalayan salt, MCT oil, monk fruit, cashew butter, and vegan
protein
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This foodie adventure was a blast, but I have to admit, Texas has set the bar
high for barbecue in my book. My standards might be a tad stricter now, but
that just means I get to keep exploring and savouring the best of the best!
