Can Barbecue be Made High Brow in Illinois?

There is something about smoked meat that flows through your senses and reassures your soul. After all God LOVES barbecue. In Genesis 8:20 and 21. God smelled the meat Noah had sacrificed on an altar after the flood and swore to never curse the ground because of man or destroy all living creatures again. Biblically, barbecue is powerful enough to soften God’s wrath.

A.I. thinks Noah had some unique utensils...??

The sweet meats are a special treat. Most people have no issue getting messy with barbecue. Sometimes it’s considered a feature not a flaw. To stand out in the world of barbecue you need to be able to embrace it in a different way. The barbecue hot spots all have their styles and meats and flavor.

Messy is acceptable when it comes to bbq

One Illinois barbecue place is taking to a more sophisticated place, Evanston. Soul & Smoke has three brick and mortar locations in the area. Evanston, Avondale and the West Loop. The also make their delicious smoked treats available at Soldier Field and a Northwestern football games.

Soul and Smoke - Evanston

When I say highbrow, don’t think fine linen napkins and crystal. It has more to do with the variety and creative barbecue that is served up. It’s still comfort food, it’s still served on a tray loaded with love. Turkey tips, Duroc rib tips, Pastrami, and ‘Nduja sausage give you a glimpse beyond the traditional.

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There’s a new flavor and style of barbeque in America. Get to Chicago’s Soul & Smoke locations to experience what these Chefs (not pitmasters) have taken to the new next level.