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The Rain Ruined My Weekend Barbeque

Andy West — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 22:54:03 +0000

As I have mentioned before I live in Billings historic district in one of the renovated brick buildings that was converted to lofts within the last couple of years. The back of my building has a cool deck that backs up right next to the railroad tracks. So I invited a friend of mine over [...]

The World's Biggest Spatula

Andy West — Thu, 23 May 2013 22:57:46 +0000

I love to make home made pizza. I bought a pizza stone which I heat in the oven while I'm assembling my pizza on a well floured plastic cutting board. Unfortunately, by the time I add the extra weight of the cheese and toppings to the crust the dough has absorbed much of that flour and when I try to slide it off onto the heated stone (you heat it beforehand so the dough will cook evenly on both sides) it sticks

Memorial Day Services in Billings

Greg Tillotson — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:50:28 +0000

Sure this weekend is Memorial Day. A three day weekend. For many it’s the unofficial start of summer, and it means BBQing becomes the norm. On Monday it’s also time to take a moment and remember those that have passed. In particular those that have served our Country. Fighting for our freedom. We’ve put together [...]

Fundraiser For Local Billings Cancer Patient This Weekend!

JP — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:57:43 +0000

A multi-family Garage / Bake / Jewelry Sale and BBQ is scheduled for Friday May 17th and Saturday May 18th here in Billings to raise money for local cancer patient Brent Carranco. The event is schedule for 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM both Friday and Saturday. The fundraiser will be happening at 2233 Interlachen Dr. So when you're out and about this weekend, make it a point to come out and see what's for sale to support a great cause!

Dickey's My New Favorite BBQ Place Has Re-Opened

Andy West — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 21:40:06 +0000

Dickey’s Texas Open-Pit Barbecue opened to much fanfare last Thursday and then inexplicably closed their doors temporarily over the weekend. The good news is they re-opened PERMANENTLY on Tuesday. They are in the location of the old Log Cabin Bakery on Montana Avenue right across from Carter’s Brewing. Their barbecue sauce is the vinegar based [...]

If You See Black Smoke Coming From Montana Avenue On Thursday It Has Nothing To Do With The Pope

Andy West — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 23:46:56 +0000

There’s a new BBQ joint opening on Montana Ave at 26th street in Billings this Thursday. Dickey’s Barbeque has its roots in Dallas featuring a Texas-style open pit barbeque. Get ready to sink your teeth into favorites like Spicy Cheddar Sausage, Beef Brisket, Pulled Pork and homemade Mac N Cheese. Just like all of their [...]

Today at the Fair

Tammie Toren — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 16:05:57 +0000

The Yellowstone PRCA Rodeo kicks off tonight. BBQ contest, with tasting starting at noon and a whole lot more! Daily Schedule August 16th, 2012 Time Event Location Western Art Rodeo at MontanaFair Exhibit Hall in the Rimrock Auto Arena Montana State BBQ Championship Inside the Main Gate 8:00 AM 4-H Dairy Cattle Show & Showmanship [...]

What? No Hellmann's Mayo?

Dylan Fletcher — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:57:54 +0000

It was shaping up to be a holiday disaster. One request. Just one simple condiment request for that traditional turkey leftover sandwich. Unfortunately, this is Montana, and Big Sky Country is not known for one thing…Hellmann’s Mayo. My gal pal made the turkey trek all the way from Wisconsin. How could I explain to her that [...]

10 Extreme BBQ Aprons for Memorial Day Weekend

Cat Country — Tue, 24 May 2011 21:41:03 +0000

In honor of Memorial Day, and all the barbecuing that will take place during the three-day weekend, we've compiled a gallery of handmade aprons from craft site Etsy that are sure to let everyone know who's boss of the grill.

- Contributed by Jeremy Tay