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EPISODE · Apr 17, 2025 · 26 MIN

Grilling Like a Portlander With Wood, Salt, and Stubborn Pride

from City Cast Portland · host City Cast

It’s the beginning of peak barbecue season in Portland, when we all dream of lazy afternoons spent grilling meats and veggies in the backyard with friends. But the process can be a bit intimidating for the newbie: What kind of gear do you actually need? How do you plan the perfect menu? Charcoal or propane? Today, we’re revisiting a conversation with Zeph Shepard, owner of Proletariat Butchery in Southeast Portland. He’s here to walk us through the do’s and don’ts of the perfect Portland backyard barbecue.  This episode first aired August 6, 2024 Join City Cast Portland at the 503 Day Block Party, Saturday, May 3, at downtown Portland's Ankeny Alley!! Details and RSVP here. Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at [email protected], or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 17 episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off

It’s the beginning of peak barbecue season in Portland, when we all dream of lazy afternoons spent grilling meats and veggies in the backyard with friends. But the process can be a bit intimidating for the newbie: What kind of gear do you actually need? How do you plan the perfect menu? Charcoal or propane? Today, we’re revisiting a conversation with Zeph Shepard, owner of Proletariat Butchery in Southeast Portland. He’s here to walk us through the do’s and don’ts of the perfect Portland backyard barbecue.  This episode first aired August 6, 2024 Join City Cast Portland at the 503 Day Block Party, Saturday, May 3, at downtown Portland's Ankeny Alley!! Details and RSVP here. Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at [email protected], or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 17 episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off

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