Hey everyone, the booking link to the Lafayette Homewood Suites has expired. This was the link for AR Members to get the discounted rate of $122. per night. If anyone still wants to go but hasn’t made a reservation yet, please call the hotel directly and ask for Faith. She WILL GIVE YOU THE DISCOUNTED RATE, but you have to tell her you’re with the AmazingRibs.com group. The direct number to the hotel is 337-264-6044 Nothing further, carry on….🥸
EDIT: Laurie is no longer there, the person to ask for is Faith. I edited it above to show the correct person.
Last edited by Panhead John; October 1, 2025, 08:19 AM.
Kamado Joe Big Joe III
Pit Barrel Cooker
Camp Chef Flat Top 900
Weber Performer 22
PowerFlamer Propane 160
Meater +
Thermoworks Smoke
Thermoworks Thermapen
Temp Spike
Gear includes: Char-Griller's Grand Champ off set stick burner/smoker, SnS Kamado Deluxe, Weber 22, PBC, Victory gasser, Victory 36 griddle, Smoke Hollow electric smoker. ThermoWorks Thermapen Mk4, Smoke, Signals, and RFX4, Meater+, SNS-500, roti fits 22 n gasser, Emeril countertop TO, InkBird Sous Vide, Potane Vac/Sealer. Fire&Ice griddle/cooler ensemble.
3-pkg of Collapsible Prep Tubs
Junior, Original, Xtra Lg. SS D. Norcross
Complete set (Tx PJ!) Wusthof Knives n block.
Dalstrong:
Phantom Series Paring knife
Shogun SeriesX 6" Chef knife
Gladiator Series 12"Cleaver knife
Just got into charcoal Dec ‘21 (PBC)
fav is brisky. Love Turkey on PBC. also Turkey in the glass,(any nice bourbon)
Bud has always been my barley pop.
Been smoking a handful of years, just got serious in the last two or three years. Thanks to AR n @glemn picked up an SnS Kamado for appx 1/3 price of new. I dont think he used it twice. Love AR! keep calm n smoke on! Miss you Bonesy.
Alan Brice Thanks for the reminder about the airport shuttle, I totally forgot about it. If anyone’s interested in using the free hotel shuttle, here’s what I found online. AI
The Homewood Suites by Hilton Lafayette Airport Shuttle is a complimentary service for guests, offering fast, prompt transportation to and from the Lafayette Regional Airport. To use it, you should call the hotel directly upon arrival or in advance to arrange pickup and drop-off. Drivers are reportedly friendly and knowledgeable, providing excellent service for both arrivals and departures.
How to arrange your shuttle:
1 Contact the hotel directly: The best way to arrange your pickup is to call the hotel once you've landed or when you're ready for pickup at the airport.
2 Provide details: You may need to provide your flight information and expected arrival time.
3 Meet at the designated point: The shuttle will pick you up from a designated location at the airport and bring you to the hotel.
4 Confirm your departure: For your departure, communicate with the front desk staff to schedule your shuttle back to the airport.
Key features:
Complimentary:
The shuttle service is a free amenity for guests staying at the Homewood Suites by Hilton Lafayette.
Convenient:
It provides quick and efficient transportation to and from the Lafayette Regional Airport.
Friendly service:
Guests have reported positive experiences with the shuttle drivers.
Gear includes: Char-Griller's Grand Champ off set stick burner/smoker, SnS Kamado Deluxe, Weber 22, PBC, Victory gasser, Victory 36 griddle, Smoke Hollow electric smoker. ThermoWorks Thermapen Mk4, Smoke, Signals, and RFX4, Meater+, SNS-500, roti fits 22 n gasser, Emeril countertop TO, InkBird Sous Vide, Potane Vac/Sealer. Fire&Ice griddle/cooler ensemble.
3-pkg of Collapsible Prep Tubs
Junior, Original, Xtra Lg. SS D. Norcross
Complete set (Tx PJ!) Wusthof Knives n block.
Dalstrong:
Phantom Series Paring knife
Shogun SeriesX 6" Chef knife
Gladiator Series 12"Cleaver knife
Just got into charcoal Dec ‘21 (PBC)
fav is brisky. Love Turkey on PBC. also Turkey in the glass,(any nice bourbon)
Bud has always been my barley pop.
Been smoking a handful of years, just got serious in the last two or three years. Thanks to AR n @glemn picked up an SnS Kamado for appx 1/3 price of new. I dont think he used it twice. Love AR! keep calm n smoke on! Miss you Bonesy.
Unless something changes, Kim n I will:
Arr Thur 10/23 Delta flt# 3945 2:42pm
Dpt Mon 10/27 Delta flt# 5529 5:45pm
Transpo airport/hotel shuttle, to n from.
Had to stay another day to get decent airfare.
I am BOOKED!!! I'll be driving down on 10/23 and leaving on 10/25. I don't know whether Linda will make it this time, but I'm looking forward to heading South!
Grill/Smoke/Roast = SnS Grills Kettle + SnS Deluxe Insert & Drip n' Griddle
Grill/Smoke/Roast = Hasty-Bake Gourmet Dual Finish with HB rotisserie and Grill Grates
Smoke = Weber Smokey Mountain 22.5"
Pizza = Blackstone Propane Pizza Oven (Stacy's, but she let's me use it sometimes)
Indoor Cooking = LG Studio 30" gas range
Camp Cooking = Coleman 2 burner white gas stove
Thermometer = FireBoard FBX2 with 2 ambient and 6 meat probes
Thermapen Mk IV = Light blue
Thermapen Mk IV = Black
PID Controller = Fireboard Drive + Auber 20 CFM Fan (FB gen 1 fan)
PID Controller = Fireboard Drive + Fireboard 20 CFM Fan (FB gen 2 fan)
Knives
Wusthof Classic Ikon set: 9" carving knive, 2X 8" Chef's Knife, 7" Santoku and three utility knives
Kamikoto Kuro set: 7" Santoku, 6.5" Nakiri, 5" Utility
Amazing Ribs Brazilian Steak knife set
Favorite wine = whatever is currently in the wine rack
Favorite beer = Sam Adams Boston Lager or Shiner Bock
Favorite whisky = Lagavulin Distiller's Edition 16 year old single malt
Best Cookbooks - Meathead's "The Science of Great Barbecue and Grilling", Chris Lilly's "Big Bob Gibson's BBQ Book", Aaron Franklin's "Franklin BBQ", Raichlen’s “Brisket Chronicles”
Current MCBS - Momofuku
Current fanboy cookbook - "Chasing Smoke: Cooking Over Fire Around the Levant"
Oak Smoke Texas was on the short list we looked at. Number 1 criteria was no state income tax, and then we looked at whether the place was insane like WA, then number 3 was no cold winters. That basically got us down to FL and TX
This video just popped into my YouTube feed, thought I’d share it. It goes in depth about the production of Tabasco sauce. It’s about 10 minutes long but pretty darn interesting! If you’re planning on touring the Tabasco factory at the MeatUp it’s definitely worth watching, you’ll learn many things that aren’t displayed on the tour.
58limited Tabasco ice cream. When I went to the Gilroy garlic festival in northern CA, they had garlic ice cream. Had to try it, wish I didn't. I'm sure Tabasco ice cream is better.
Hello everyone, looking forward to a trip back to Louisiana by way of Lafayette! Joining my brother aka TripleB for a good time. I can see an abundance of locations to feast. I have an interest in Laura's 2 Soul Food Cafe and Don's Seafood. I guess I'll have to get busy and come up with an itinerary. I expect it to be interesting. Until that time.
Alan Brice Never thought of my brother's handle as a play on TripleB. But TripleB comes from our competition name - Brothers Butts & Bones BBQ. I quess I should be QuadrupleB, but then people might think I had heart surgery.
That's right, PJ! I'm rollin' into Louzianna to reclaim my pillow fighting title and championship belt! The Battle on the Bayou, let's get ready to rumbleeeee.....!
With the head start that PJ and Kev-Dog have going, aided by Cap. Mike, there's gonna be a heavy lift job for the BS clean up crew at the hotel........
Gear includes: Char-Griller's Grand Champ off set stick burner/smoker, SnS Kamado Deluxe, Weber 22, PBC, Victory gasser, Victory 36 griddle, Smoke Hollow electric smoker. ThermoWorks Thermapen Mk4, Smoke, Signals, and RFX4, Meater+, SNS-500, roti fits 22 n gasser, Emeril countertop TO, InkBird Sous Vide, Potane Vac/Sealer. Fire&Ice griddle/cooler ensemble.
3-pkg of Collapsible Prep Tubs
Junior, Original, Xtra Lg. SS D. Norcross
Complete set (Tx PJ!) Wusthof Knives n block.
Dalstrong:
Phantom Series Paring knife
Shogun SeriesX 6" Chef knife
Gladiator Series 12"Cleaver knife
Just got into charcoal Dec ‘21 (PBC)
fav is brisky. Love Turkey on PBC. also Turkey in the glass,(any nice bourbon)
Bud has always been my barley pop.
Been smoking a handful of years, just got serious in the last two or three years. Thanks to AR n @glemn picked up an SnS Kamado for appx 1/3 price of new. I dont think he used it twice. Love AR! keep calm n smoke on! Miss you Bonesy.
Two weeks away, Boys n Girls, Mommies n Daddies. Gaties n Crocs look out, here we come! Been eatin hots to get the ol' system ready. Do not want to embarass Kim with a drilly fail. Seeya in two!
I once had a snifter of Louis VIII cognac (current price is north of $4K for a 750ml). It was nice. I'd throw a C-note at it if all a y'all pick up the rest.
Alan Brice Sittin‘ out at night temps will still be in the 70’s. Those lows won’t be till 6-7 am. Ain’t nobody gonna still be sittin’ out then…unless CaptainMike brings some of that coke he was talkin’ about……🤓
If anyone’s interested in using the free hotel shuttle, here’s what I found online. AI
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