Fanning the Flames: Recipes and Tall Tales from BBQ Hall of Famer Melissa Cookston

By Melissa Cookston

Melissa Cookston, renowned as the "winningest woman in barbecue," judge on the Netflix hit, Barbecue Showdown, the only female, seven-time barbecue world champion, and author of two acclaimed barbecue cookbooks, returns with a collection of classic, blue-ribbon favorites plus 70% new internationally-inspired recipes with the stories behind them all.

From her beginnings in the Mississippi Delta to becoming a BBQ Hall of Famer, award-winning chef Melissa Cookston blends tradition with innovation in every dish. Building upon her previous books, Smokin' in the Boys' Room and Smokin' Hot in the South, she serves personal anecdotes, 80 classic barbecue recipes, and new, unique dishes inspired by travels to Sicily, Chile, Abu Dhabi, Egypt, and Greece. Packed with expert tips and techniques, this book is your ultimate guide to transforming from a home cook into a seasoned pitmaster.
Chapters include the basics of Mississippi BBQ with recipes like Smoky Brisket and Baby Back Ribs, insights into Melissa's philosophy with dishes of Duck Breast with Blackberry Pan Sauce and Smothered Oxtails, and meals inspired by her travels like Peruvian Smoked Chicken with Aji Verde Sauce, Greek Roasted Goat, and Beef Cheek with Bao Buns.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FCDC6N69
• ISBN13: 9798881605360
• Release Date: April 2026
• Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.0" x 10.0"