For traditional N.C. barbecue, Charlotte isn’t your best bet. One man knows why, and he hopes to change that.
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Jack Cobb & Son Barbecue
How a father-and-son business brought pit-cooked barbecue — and unity — to one eastern North Carolina town.
Speedy’s Barbecue
In Lexington, the city’s namesake-style barbecue — pork shoulder meat dipped in a tomato-based sauce — draws devotees to this former drive-in.
Blackbeard’s BBQ & C-Food
Those in search of tasty treasure can find it hidden in the heart of eastern North Carolina’s barbecue belt.
Tar Heel Town: Shelby
Music and barbecue share the stage in this Cleveland County town.
Bar-B-Q’s and Hot Sauce
Got a craving for some Carolina 'Cue? Try this easy barbecue patty and hot sauce recipe for a simple way to satisfy your tastebuds.
7 Outdoor Adventures in Lexington
From water adventures to a spirited community and rolling Piedmont landscape, here’s where to explore beyond barbecue in this Davidson County town.