Step into the smoky world of barbecue with Ray, the pit master from Taste of Edmonton! He's not just your average backyard griller - he's a sauce king, a wizard of the smoke, and a two-time champion of the Best Smoke of the Western Canada War. We caught up with Ray to dish out the secrets behind his award-winning smoked brisket, his simple yet effective rub, and his choice of ingredients. He spills the beans on his culinary journey, and the pivotal role his mentor, Robert Orsey, played in his ascent to the barbecue throne.
Our conversation doesn't stop at the smoker. Ray, a proud proponent of Alberta beef, gives us the lowdown on why it's his beef of choice. We also chat about the thriving residential barbecue scene and the meat industry's rich history in Edmonton. Gordy from Big Sugar, another barbecue enthusiast, jumps in to share his Texan barbecue love. We're serving up an episode that's just as juicy as a perfectly cooked brisket, seasoned with historical tidbits, peppered with insights from barbecue experts, and served with a side of our shared passion for all things barbecue. Tune in and get ready to be sauced!

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