Sam and Shauna ditched their jobs and embarked on a 6-month road trip around the best barbecue joints in the southern United States. From Texas to Tallahassee, they learned the insider secrets of what makes barbecue great, were captivated by the thrill of smoke and fire, and back home in Cardiff they set out their meat manifesto in the form of Hang Fire Smokehouse.

Complete BBQ Bible is the ultimate guide to becoming a barbecue aficionado and top-shelf cook, whether you're new to smokers or a seasoned vet. Recipes begin with basics-such as cooking Memphis-style ribs-and expand to smoking whole hogs North Carolina style.There is no single path to becoming a pitmaster. Barbecue lovers are equally inspired by restaurants with a commitment to regional traditions, competition barbecue champions, families with a multi-generational tradition of roasting whole hogs, and even amateur backyard fanatics.