Ep. 91 | Mastering the Art of BBQ w/ Derese Tabor

🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥In this episode, we sit down with pit master Derese Tabor from Cisco's Kid to explore her journey in barbecue, her signature dishes like pineapple blue cheese sauce, and her insights on barbecue techniques, industry challenges, and future plans.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast02:58 The Journey of a Pit Master: Derese Tabor05:57 The Art of Seasoning and Cooking Techniques08:55 Creating Unique Flavors: The Pineapple Blue Cheese11:54 Understanding Tennessee Barbecue14:39 Challenges in a Male-Dominated Industry17:48 Family and Favorite Dishes20:30 The Importance of Cooking Techniques23:28 Social Media Trends in Barbecue26:33 Final Thoughts on Barbecue Craftsmanship28:39 Social Media's Impact on Barbecue Expectations30:01 Common Mistakes in Barbecue32:11 Understanding Barbecue Pricing34:13 Barbecue as a Luxury Item38:41 Future Aspirations and Projects42:31 New Sauce and Rub Developments43:53 The Importance of Family SupportHarder Charcoal – The premium fuel for serious pitmasters. Whether you’re smoking low and slow or grilling hot and fast, Harder XL Briquets and Lump Charcoal deliver clean, consistent heat with that authentic wood-fired flavor.👉 Use code BLACKSMOKE at checkout for a discount on your order!🌐 https://www.hardercharcoal.comExhibit Supply – Trusted by food vendors, BBQ teams, and event pros nationwide. From heavy-duty canopies to custom food tents, Exhibit Supply keeps your setup looking sharp and built to last.🌐 https://www.exhibitsupply.com👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue📲 Connect With UsInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/blacksmokebarbecue/TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@blacksmokebarbecueFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/blacksmokebarbecue