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9 articles on smoker care, BBQ tips, industry news, and more.

Street vendor grilling marinated chicken wings over open flame, creating a smoky flavor.
July 03, 2026
What Jollibee's Chicken Nuggets Tell Us About High-Volume Kitchen Realities
Jollibee's new nugget rollout reveals the smoking and holding challenges fast-casual chains face—and what commercial ...
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Vivid flames dance over a grill, ideal for cooking concepts and barbecue themes.
July 02, 2026
Grilled Drums and Thighs: Why Every Commercial Pit Operation Needs a Grill Station
Not everything needs 12 hours in a smoker. Here's why smart commercial operators keep a dedicated grill for chicken p...
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Chef uses protective gloves to prepare a beef wrap with fresh ingredients on a wooden surface.
June 26, 2026
What a Taiwanese BBQ Crew Taught Me About Taking Equipment Seriously
A visit from Taiwan operators reminded Earl why build quality and parts availability matter more than price when you'...
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What Sweetgreen's Summer Push Actually Tells Us About Where Commercial Foodservice Is Headed - Southern Pride of Texas | Smokers & Smoker Parts
June 13, 2026
What Sweetgreen's Summer Push Actually Tells Us About Where Commercial Foodservice Is Headed
Sweetgreen's new menu launch reveals operational realities that matter for any commercial kitchen—including what they...
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What Taco Bell's Shredded Beef Tells Us About Where Commercial Protein Production Is Heading - Southern Pride of Texas | Smokers & Smoker Parts
May 21, 2026
What Taco Bell's Shredded Beef Tells Us About Where Commercial Protein Production Is Heading
Taco Bell's new Shredded Beef Nacho Fries signal growing QSR demand for slow-cooked proteins. Here's what that means ...
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What 5,000 Feet Does to Your Cook Times (And How to Stop Fighting Your Smoker) - Southern Pride of Texas | Smokers & Smoker Parts
May 18, 2026
What 5,000 Feet Does to Your Cook Times (And How to Stop Fighting Your Smoker)
Altitude changes everything about commercial smoking. Here's how mountain operators adjust temps, times, and expectat...
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What Habit Burger's Ranch Play Tells Us About Where Commercial Smoking Is Headed - Southern Pride of Texas | Smokers & Smoker Parts
May 16, 2026
What Habit Burger's Ranch Play Tells Us About Where Commercial Smoking Is Headed
Habit Burger built a ranch destination inside a burger chain. Here's what operators can learn about specialty program...
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Michelle Bernstein's New Miami Spot Runs Southern Pride — Here's Why That Matters - Southern Pride of Texas | Smokers & Smoker Parts
May 07, 2026
Michelle Bernstein's New Miami Spot Runs Southern Pride — Here's Why That Matters
Casa Cañita opens with a chef-driven restaurant backed by serious equipment. What this tells us about commercial kitc...
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A chef expertly grills meat on an open flame in a professional kitchen setting.
April 20, 2026
What the 4/20 Fast Food Circus Tells Us About Commercial BBQ Operations
Fast food chains chase viral moments while serious operators build lasting revenue. Here's what actually works for hi...
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