Republic of Barbecue: Stories Beyond the Brisket Vday and now Kevin Belton's New

and now Kevin Belton's New Orleans Kitchen

catfish farmers

Gabe Cummings

fifteen miles from her home of Deep Run

and American flavors

Republic of Barbecue: Stories Beyond the Brisket Vday and now Kevin Belton's NewAuthor: Elizabeth S. D. Engelhardt It's no overstatement to say that the state of Texas is a republic of barbecue. Whether it's brisket, sausage, ribs, or chicken, barbecue feeds friends while they catch up, soothes tensions at political events, fuels community festivals, sustains workers of all classes, celebrates brides and grooms, and even supports churches. Recognizing just how central barbecue is to Texas's cultural life, Elizabeth Engelhardt and