Southern Pride of Texas
Equipment Reviews & Comparisons
160 articles on smoker care, BBQ tips, industry news, and more.
Daddy's Chicken Shack Sale Shows Why Your Equipment Decisions Follow You
A NJ group just bought Daddy's Chicken Shack. What that means for operators thinking about growth, exit strategy, and...
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Your Kitchen Staff Problem Isn't Going Away — And Neither Is This Conversation
Immigration policy directly affects commercial kitchen labor. Restaurant operators need to understand the stakes and ...
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SPK-500 vs SPK-700: A Real Talk on Matching Smoker Size to Your Operation
Comparing the SPK-500 and SPK-700 for commercial operators. Capacity, fuel costs, and which one actually fits your vo...
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SC-100 vs SC-300: Which Cabinet Smoker Actually Fits Your Catering Math
A practical breakdown of Southern Pride's SC-100 and SC-300 cabinet smokers for catering operators, covering capacity...
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What I Actually Ate at the National Restaurant Show (And Why First-Time Exhibitors Keep Getting It Right)
Earl shares four standout products from first-time NRA Show exhibitors and explains what commercial operators should ...
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What the MenuMasters Awards Tell Us About Where Commercial Kitchens Are Headed
The 29th MenuMasters ceremony honored chefs pushing boundaries. Here's what their innovations mean for operators inve...
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Gas-Assist vs. All-Wood Smokers: What Commercial Operators Actually Need to Know
Breaking down the real costs, labor demands, and flavor differences between gas-assist and all-wood commercial smoker...
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Stuffed Potatoes and Rabbit-Rattlesnake Sausage: Where the Real Margin Lives
How operators are using smoked specialty items like loaded potatoes and exotic sausages to boost ticket averages and ...
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Daddy's Chicken Shack Goes East: What the Acquisition Means for Operators Watching the Fast-Casual Smoke Game
A New Jersey restaurant group acquired Daddy's Chicken Shack. Here's what the deal signals about smoked chicken conce...
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What's Actually Covered When Your Commercial Smoker Warranty Gets Tested
Commercial smoker warranties vary wildly. Here's what operators need to know before signing — and what fine print cos...
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Gas-Assist vs All-Wood: The Math Actually Changes Depending on Your Volume
Breaking down the real cost, labor, and flavor differences between gas-assist and all-wood smokers for commercial ope...
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What Actually Happens Inside Three Different Smoke Generators — And Why It Matters for Your Bottom Line
Earl breaks down traditional firebox, pellet, and gas-infused smoke systems based on 30 years running competition and...
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