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Chris and Camri McAvoy started Tastebud Chicago as a way for them to keep track of the wines and cheeses that they love to eat and drink. Its grown to cover all aspects of cooking and eating. We're not professional chefs, we just really like to cook.
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First Father's Day at Smoque
Camri, Wil, and I with Barry, the owner of Smoque.
Camri surprised me with a trip to Smoque for Father's day today. It was our first time, and well worth the wait in line. Great BBQ, great atmosphere, and really friendly folks helping us to get Wil-Wil a good table to eat his Mac and Cheese at.
Camri had pulled pork and shared Wil's Mac and Cheese, I had a half rack of baby back ribs, corn bread, french fries, and a smoked sausage. The ribs were good and chewy, Camri's pork was smoky and good, and Wil scarfed down a ton of Mac and Cheese. Our friend Jerry came too, and mixed it up with St. Louis ribs and a side of brisket. The brisket was over the top good, I think it'll be my main course the next time we go.
As we were leaving, we ran into the owner, Barry, and got our picture taken with him. He was pretty busy, but took the time for a picture for the blog. Thanks Barry!
