When Julie Reinhardt offered to send me a copy of her new book She-Smoke: A Backyard Barbecue Book I wasn’t sure what to expect.  Over the past month or so I had gotten to know Julie in a “Twitter” sense, but really had no idea how extensive her experience and knowledge in the BBQ world was.  With over 20 years in the BBQ and catering business she has probably forgotten more than I know at this point.

So just who is this Julie Reinhardt?  Julie Reinhardt, owner of Smokin’ Pete’s BBQ, a Seattle joint, is passionate about the slow smoke of barbecue and understands the difference between ‘cuein’ and grillin’.  Born into an extensive Southern family, Reinhardt is ready to talk pork butt with the most macho grillmaster.  She plans and caters big events, and teaches smoking and grilling classes for women,  Reinhardt lives with her husband, son, and daughter in Seattle, Washington. “–She-Smoke back cover

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