Talking Sous Vide with the Master @Gugafoods

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, looking for the perfect tea for your next cookout? Luzianne Tea has you covered (00:10). We're on location in Miami hanging out with our good friend Guga Foods (00:33)! Our first day in Miami was absolutely beautiful, and we had a blast exploring Calle Ocho (01:52)! We are heading over to El Toro Loco Steakhouse to check out some of the most premium meats at great prices (05:15), and Guga shares his favorite dishes on the menu (08:01). Malcom also stopped by The Better Taco in Calle Ocho, where he got to try some of the best tacos in Miami (10:15)! Is this the best BBQ restaurant in Florida (13:28)? What is Malcom's all-time favorite thing to cook in the BBQ world (15:55)? How big is the pork BBQ scene in Miami (20:20)? Malcom and Guga discuss their favorite mayonnaise, and why Malcom believes it should be Blue Plate Mayo (21:45). Guga shares his go-to local Miami dish (24:40), along with the most overhyped food trends in the city (25:45). Everyone knows how Malcom feels about sous vide cooking, but Guga may have completely changed his mind (27:50). Which foods benefit the most from sous vide cooking (31:19)? Finally, Guga shares his insider tips for getting the most out of your sous vide setup (36:00).  

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, looking for the perfect tea for your next cookout? Luzianne Tea has you covered (00:00). It's been smelling like fresh popcorn around the office ever since Malcom got a brand-new popcorn machine (00:52). Last week, we held our inner-office "Retro Dessert" competition, and this Baked Alaska recipe won it all (06:01). We talked about pizza being the ultimate leftover food last week, and y'all shared some of your favorite leftovers (08:50). Malcom took me to The Parish for Mother's Day, and it might've been some of the best lobster we've ever had (13:40). What's the most popular fish served in restaurants today (17:55)? Malcom's been whipping up some killer shrimp cocktails lately, and if you want to recreate them at home, make sure to grab some Blue Plate Mayonnaise (22:23). We're heading back down to Venice, Louisiana, for the fishing tournament, so keep an eye out for us (36:11). If you're cooking snapper, never throw away the throats—they're too good to waste (38:14). Crawfish season is starting to wind down, but we're cooking a huge batch of crawfish this weekend in Arkansas (45:25). Restaurants love using sous vide for fish, but there are so many better ways to cook it (47:25). If you're cooking a Wagyu brisket, should you prepare it the night before or the morning of the event (53:00)? Finally, Malcom shares his method for cooking up some killer beef shanks (56:30).   

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, looking for the perfect tea for your next cookout? Luzianne Tea has you covered (00:10). BBQ Month has officially kicked off (00:40)! Our giveaway has come to a close, and shout out to Derrick for winning it (03:48). Malcom has been nominated for the BBQ Hall of Fame again this year, and he's staying humble about it (04:30). To kick off BBQ season, Malcom cooked ribs and pulled pork that were absolutely out of this world (06:50), and while preparing for our retro dessert contest, he tried his hand at an old-fashioned coconut cake (18:30). Is pizza the best leftover food of all time (24:00)? Beef prices have been outrageous this year, but don't worry because the Justice Department is on the case (31:25). If you're looking to level up your pork butt game, here are Malcom's top tips for getting the most out of your meat (33:28). Got a whole hog you need to cook? Here's how to make sure the ham and shoulders finish perfectly without scorching the rest of the pig (41:20). What cheap foods are people bringing to the BBQ (51:00), and if you're bringing the french onion dip, make sure to choose Blue Plate (55:53)!  When it comes to tri-tip vs. picanha, what's the real difference (55:53)? If your cooker gauges are showing two different temperatures, here's what to do (58:21). Got three probes giving you different readings? Here's which one you should trust (1:04:05).   

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, with summer right around the corner, it sure is cold down here (00:17)! Shoutout to Jessie from Avocados on Demand for the huge order of avocados (04:44). I whipped up the viral Crunchwrap Supreme casserole for dinner this week, and it was killer (12:01)! Y'all have had Wagyu burgers before, but what about Wagyu hot dogs (15:03)? I made a strawberry crunch bar this week, and it might be the best dessert I've ever made (23:51). We drove all the way to Nashville to try out the new BBQ menu at Shake Shack, and it was a feast (26:35). If you're smoking a bone-in pork loin, here's how to get it done (36:05). Got some thicker strip steaks? Reverse sear them to perfection (40:11). Luzianne Tea is now the official tea of the HowToBBQRight Podcast (43:17)! Ben from Krack's Country Cookin whipped up a white sauce cucumber salad, and we might have to recreate it (44:28). Finally, we're gearing up to cook BBQ for over 300 people at the Palmer Home (45:56)!

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, we're kicking off a brand-new summer giveaway you won't want to miss (00:22). Malcom cooked up some incredible coppa cut pork chops this week, and they turned out amazing (05:00). Outlaw built a brand-new drum smoker, and it's a total game changer for backyard BBQ (13:28). Malcom also traveled back to Texas, where he prepared some mouthwatering dishes (23:28), including what might be the best bratwurst ever (32:46). Chef Michael Hunter showed Malcom a new favorite method for cooking wild turkey that you have to try (40:28). HEB stands out as one of the best grocery stores you can visit (48:00). If you ever have the chance to visit Cooper's BBQ, it's definitely worth the stop (49:54). Malcom made flavorful beans in the Ninja Foodi, and they turned out perfectly (53:00). Should you remove the membrane before marinating your ribs for better flavor (54:30)? When frying wings, what's the best time to season them for maximum taste (57:18)? Finally, learn how to make a smoked Black and Bleu tenderloin that rivals your favorite steakhouse ribeye (59:00).

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, we're joined by Kevin and Leslie from Big K's Que and Cookin' with Babe (00:22)! How many videos per week are Kevin and Leslie averaging (01:30)? Have y'all ever heard of banana pudding nachos before (03:15)? Kevin's first viral video started as a simple bacon-wrapped onion ring and turned into a huge following (05:40)! What are some of Kevin and Leslie's most popular videos of all time (09:00), and what are their favorite recipes (12:45)? When the cameras aren't rolling, what's being cooked for dinner (18:11)? If Kevin and Leslie are cooking to impress, what is their go-to dish for an event (21:11)? Kevin whipped up a "Redneck Taco" this week, and it was dang good (24:00)! Leslie shares her cucumber salad recipe that you've got to try (29:00). Malcom also whipped up a white chocolate bread pudding (30:00) and a smokehouse burger (32:20)! If you're looking for a classic peach cobbler recipe, Leslie has you covered (38:12). We've often talked about putting together a cookbook, and Leslie shares insight into the challenges of making one (41:00). If you were to make one recipe from Leslie's cookbook, this should be it (46:28). What events do Leslie and Kevin have coming up on the horizon (47:52)?  

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, come see us at the Mount Olive Mercantile next weekend (00:17)! We held our in-office sandwich contest, and the results were incredibly close (02:11). What should you do if you find a bird's nest in your cooking area (10:01)? Malcom released his new "White Sauce Chicken Thighs" recipe, and it's a must-try (12:00). Anyone can make chicken meat taste great, but here's how to get the skin just right (16:30). We may be smoking chicken in butter and grilling it up next time we pick up a pack of chicken thighs (24:05). If you're cooking old-school BBQ chicken, here's how to achieve perfectly tight, crispy skin (25:48). What is Alpha-gal syndrome (28:51), and how did Malcom create an Alpha-gal-friendly meal (31:04)? Next time you grab a rotisserie chicken, try these popular TikTok hacks (39:11). Should you wrap or unwrap your meat when using a warming box (42:54)? Have you ever heard of a "Spam Cream Pie" (45:30)? Easter is right around the corner, so give Kevin a call if you're looking to pick up quality meats (50:52).  

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, we're getting back into the swing of things after an eventful spring break (00:17). Tyler recaps his favorite foods from his recent trip to California (03:38). Shoutout to Bougie Bologna for sending us all kinds of goodies in the mail (13:46). I pick Malcom's brain about his brand-new Beef Flanken Ribs recipe (15:17). We got a brand-new proofing oven, and I tried my hand at cooking a brisket—it turned out great (26:03). Y'all found Malcom a brand-new replacement for his Flame Saber (32:41). The price of meat may be going up because the cattle supply continues to decline (33:56). When is it acceptable to use liquid smoke (37:10)? Tony posted a Reuben Chopped Cheese recipe in the community, and it looks killer (39:11). Should you use a Cambro to rest your meat (42:10)? You can cook a pork butt in many ways, but chopping it into chunks is another great method to try (45:04). Malcom's Memphis-style mop sauce is great on ribs, but you should try it on these other foods too (50:40). What is the best way to freeze fresh saltwater fish (55:58)? If price isn't a concern, should you choose a Weber or a ceramic-style grill (59:47)?

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, Tyler is out on a big trip to California (00:17)! Melinda's Sauces sent over a package today packed with all kinds of goodies (03:55). It's a sad day for Royal Oak fans after a Flame Saber grill recall (06:46)... Malcom tested out some new seasonings this weekend, and y'all—we might be on to something (10:33). I pick Malcom's brain and get his rankings for the absolute best burgers (17:50). Shoutout to everyone who competed at the Houston Rodeo BBQ Championship this past weekend (29:10). What are the best budget-friendly cuts of meat to cook when you don't want to break the bank (32:01)? Have y'all ever seen a boiled egg get pan-fried (39:45)? After last week's episode, we learned that dry brining might be the best way to get deeper flavor into your meat (43:20). We've had all kinds of bologna, but BOUGIE bologna might be a first (50:43)! If you're looking to source whole pork shoulder, here's where you should start (52:17). Having trouble controlling airflow on your smoker? Here's what might be going on (55:44).

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, we're cooking for our local police department here at the office—and it smells GOOD (00:25). If you're a fan of meatballs, you've got to try Korean Beef Balls—they're packed with bold flavor and easy to make (06:49). Crawfish season is almost here, y'all, and we can't wait to fire up the boil (12:56). When it comes to dry brining, is it actually a brine, or is it more like curing? Let's break it down (14:30). Beef tallow and duck fat have been gaining popularity lately—here's how to use them in your cooking (19:03). And beef tallow is great on meat, but what about using beef tallow on your skin (33:30)? Malcom shares his top tips for keeping your grill clean and looking like new (36:09). Never cooked a London broil? Here's exactly how to cook a London broil the right way (43:14). Can you cook seafood on the same smoker you use for beef and chicken? Here's what you need to know (45:07). Planning a fundraiser? Here's how to cook pork butts and distribute them efficiently and safely (48:01). Do you have to vacuum seal pork belly to make homemade bacon, or is there another way (50:55)?