Testimonials, Awards & Appearances


"Thank you so much for all you did to make the Chaplaincy event such a big success.
The food was fabulous and I know your business will be a big success."
...................................................~ Heidi Ravenel, Chairman Coastal Crisis Chaplaincy

 

"The 'food for the southern soul' was great.
Thank you so much for everything even the decorations."
.................................~ Barry Gumb, Partner Pratt-Thomas Gumb & Associates, PA

 

Great Hogs! You're getting on the BBQ map. Good luck with your sauce."
............................................~ Jack Hurley, Owner Jack's Cosmic Dogs

 

I love your ideas about Tidewater Catering and BlackJack Barbecue™.
I look forward to working with you soon."
.............................................~ Tara Guerard, Owner, Soiree, Inc.

 

"Thank you, for it is a true pleasure working with you.
Your flexibility, as well as, the level of professionalism and enthusiasm
provided by your staff was truly appreciated. We at the club are looking forward
to doing business with you again in the near future."
.............................................~ Christine Gratton Kiawah Island Club

 

"My deep thanks goes out to you for making the trip to Oxford.
Your ribs rocked and we are in your debt. I realize what a sacrifice it was
for you to come clear across the South and smoke pork."
.............................................~ John T. Edge Author and Director of the Southern Foodways Alliance

 

"Everything was fantastic. Your barbecue is some of the best, if not THE best I have had.
The delivery was on time and your driver was very friendly.
We will definitely recommend you to our friends and use you in the future."
.............................................~ Jonathan Frye


Culinary Awards

South Carolina State Barbecue Championship

  • 1995 2nd Place Whole Hog
  • 1999 1st Place Shoulders
  • 2000 2nd Place Shoulders
  • 2002 4th Place Whole Hog
  • 2002 1st Place Shoulders
  • 2002 Grand Champion

Memphis in May

  • 2001 8th Place Shoulders
  • 2003 12th Place Shoulders
  • 2004 5th Place Mustard Sauce
  • 2005 5th Place Shoulders

North Carolina State Championship

  • 2004 1st Place Pork Shoulders


Charleston Riverdogs "Pig in the Park" Contest 2003

  • 1st Place Anything But Category 2003
  • 5th Pace Chicken Category

 


Honorary Cooking Appearances

  • Charleston Magazine Jan/Feb 2004 Issue
  • The Travel Channel Photo Shoot, November 2003
  • Charleston Magazine Photo Shoot, October 2003
  • Williams-Sonoma, Charleston, SC, July 2003
  • Pork Kitchen Companion, The National Pork Board, Des Moines,IA, 2003
  • Lowcountry and Caribbean Food Conference, College 0f Charleston/Johnson & Wales, 2003
  • Governor Mark Sanford's Inauguration Ball, Columbia, SC, 2003
  • Barbecue is a Noun, Film Documentary, Post Southern Productions, Charleston, 2002
  • Southern Foodways Symposium, University of Mississippi, Oxford, 2002
  • Satellite Media Tour with John T. Edge and the National Pork Board, Memphis, TN, 2002
  • Bon Apetite Magazine Photo Shoot, Charleston, 2002
  • Charleston Entertains Kitchen Tour, Historic Charleston Foundation, 2000-03


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