Honestly, I like to see a 'chef's' take on BBQ.... I would love to see Jamie Oliver attack low and slow, ... and I would love to see Alton Brown dissect hot and fast; for example.
All of the BBQ guys are all great, I dont really know one that wouldnt help you out. I could tell stories on just about everyone Thom mentioned and several others that have all shown how great they are as people... in and out of BBQ. I've said many times, I do this for the people... some of the best friends of my lifetime, were brought to me though this amazing thing we do. I wouldnt trade anything for the experiences I've had. Oh, and don't let Candy fool you, she is a celebrity too... just ask anyone about a pellet cooking Jambo... and they will call her out by name she is a great gal, and BBQ'rs Delight is definately BBQ bling!
If I had to pick one of them though, Ray Lampe, is the man. The first time I met him he was actually at a book signing years ago at the Sprint Campus, signing my cookbook... after he did that, we talked about competition BBQ as the crowd was leaving... and after they were gone... for like 30 mins. Made a big impression on me then... and has everytime I have seen him since. He is one heck of a guy and an amazing cook.
All of the BBQ guys are all great, I dont really know one that wouldnt help you out. I could tell stories on just about everyone Thom mentioned and several others that have all shown how great they are as people... in and out of BBQ. I've said many times, I do this for the people... some of the best friends of my lifetime, were brought to me though this amazing thing we do. I wouldnt trade anything for the experiences I've had. Oh, and don't let Candy fool you, she is a celebrity too... just ask anyone about a pellet cooking Jambo... and they will call her out by name she is a great gal, and BBQ'rs Delight is definately BBQ bling!
If I had to pick one of them though, Ray Lampe, is the man. The first time I met him he was actually at a book signing years ago at the Sprint Campus, signing my cookbook... after he did that, we talked about competition BBQ as the crowd was leaving... and after they were gone... for like 30 mins. Made a big impression on me then... and has everytime I have seen him since. He is one heck of a guy and an amazing cook.