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SIZZLE! Catches American Idol Finalist Abi Carter performing at VillageFest Palm Springs

By Chef Mick Brown First Time I Heard Abi from Chef Mick Brown A world famous artist once sang “I hope life treats you kind- and I hope you have all you’ve dreamed of…”. Yes. I witnessed it myself, right here on the streets of Palm Springs. At VillageFest. By today, millions of people have been able to tune into ABC’s American Idol latest season on more Apps than you can shake a stick at. This…

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Why I Joined the “#BlueGloveGroup” and Took My Act to Vegas by Chef Mick Brown

Experiencing the “Blue Man Group” show in Vegas is on my Top 5 List of “Things You Can’t Unsee”. (In a good way) While I would love to turn it into a show or a musical, the “Blue Glove Group” may not be appearing in Las Vegas anytime soon. At least not on stage… I dedicated a recent trip to Sin City to promoting a new brand of biodegradable disposable gloves to local restaurants on and off the…

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Return of BBQRESCUES! 2023- Welcome Back!

We are so excited to be back with new features, recipes and more. Introducing new sponsors, including http://www.RentaRobotnow.com. A young company hoping to contribute the latest technologies to help those in need. Their offerings include custom programmable robotic helpers for Homes, Healthcare Facilities and Company sponsors. This Fall, they are partnering with the BBQRESCUES! Foundation to…

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America's Best Home Recipe's Competition is on for Memorial Day

America’s Best Home Recipe’s Competition is on for Memorial Day

Visit Website for Latest Updates- America’s Best Home Recipes

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Welcome Back to BBQ RESCUES! 2022

Welcome Back to BBQ RESCUES! 2022

BARBECUE RESCUES! Foundation’s new logo was generously donated by Freelance Designer Extraordinaire Diane Biochut of http://321message.com/   We hope you enjoy our new content. With everything else going on in the world, we do still need to eat. BBQ RESCUES! will always be here to help with delicious Recipes, Tips, Cooking Tricks and occasional Humor. Eat and Be Well.

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Happy New Year 2020! Welcome to the new decade. We at BBQ RESCUES! wish you the very best. Got Goals? Achieve them. Got Problems? We got you. #FixItFoundation Coming Soon.

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As a Black Man, What Happens in Vegas (at Circus Circus) Stays with Me Forever By Chef Mick Brown Thanks for checking in with Chef Mick. Special Greetings to those who have followed me on Google, YouTube and in Social Media over the years.

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Healthier Delicious Grilled Shrimp Tacos

Healthier Delicious Grilled Shrimp Tacos

In time for Cinco De Mayo (or any day) here is a calorie friendly way to avoid the typical Shrimp Tacos that are deep fried and served with heavy cream sauces and mayonnaise laden Guacamole. Instead you can make delicious Grilled Shrimp Tacos with delicious Grilled Veggies to balance out your plate. Or go Vegan by serving the Grilled Veggie Tacos and Smoked Tortilla Chips without the Shrimp.…

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by Chef Mick Brown

Courtesy of http://www.bbqrescues.org

Dr. Ruchi Gupta, MD and Chef Elizabeth Falkner presenting Addressing Food Allergies seminar at 2018 World Food Championships in Orange Beach, AL.

As long as you are not allergic to meat or fresh vegetables, there is no reason a person with allergies cannot eat BBQ. The important thing is to be conscious of all ingredients being used, and to guard against cross contamination. While judging my first World Food Championships last week, I got to attend a seminar called Addressing Allergies in Food Service. It was a half day program including experts: Dr. Ruchi Gupta, MD and Celebrity Chef Elizabeth Falkner (of Food Network’s Next Iron Chef and Bravo TV’s Top Chef Masters fame). The seminar was skillfully moderated by Tonya Winders, President & CEO of Allergy & Asthma Network.

Chef Elizabeth Falkner prepares Allergy Friendly Menu at 2018 World Food Championships.

Of course the highlight was tasting food made by Chef Falkner, who is also known for her famous San Fransisco restaurant Citizen Cake. It was one of my favorite go-to places whenever I visited the city (the Short Ribs were amazing).  Unfortunately they closed in 2012, when the chef relocated to New York City. While preparing two dishes (plus dessert), Dr. Gupta, Chef Falkner and Tonya Winders gave us the scoop on cooking for people with Food Allergies.

Chef Mick Brown of BBQ RESCUES! Foundation attends Food Allergy seminar with Dr. Ruchi Gupta, MD at 2018 World Food Championships.

Chef Mick Brown of BBQ RESCUES! Foundation meets Chef Elizabeth Falkner at Food Allergy seminar at 2018 World Food Championships.

Yes, they kind enough to do Photo Ops, upon request.

Though Gluten Free foods have taken the public spotlight, the eight most common allergies are:

Tree Nuts

Peanuts

Eggs

Fish

Dairy

Soy

Shellfish

Wheat

Other common allergens include Chocolate, Mustard Seed, Sesame, Citrus, Onion/Garlic and Sulfites.

Allergy Friendly Gluten Free Roasted Pumpkin Gnocchi with a Chia Herb Pesto and Zesty Roasted Pumpkin Seeds prepared by Chef Elizabeth Falkner. Light and Delicious.

Most of us are fortunate to live without food allergies. However, people with allergies suffer from anaphylaxis, a condition that can go from causing discomfort to life threatening reactions. They depend on having Epinephrine available to combat these reactions. So if you are cooking anything, including BBQ, for someone with an allergy, please take it very seriously. To be safe, it is best to make everything from scratch instead of using processed foods- that can be manufactured in facilities with Nuts or Wheat. If you must use prepared foods, be sure to read the label carefully.

Collard Green Enchiladas Salad with Corn, Black Beans and Rice prepared by Chef Elizabeth Falkner at the 2018 World Food Championships.

Sadly, some restaurants and other eateries will not accommodate those with allergies. They think allergic people are just picky eaters. Moderator Winders shared the sad story of she and her young daughter being kicked out of a restaurant that refused to alter their menu. If you are cooking for those with allergies, be sure to determine how sensitive they are to certain foods. For example, many Pizza places offer Gluten Free crusts, but there’s regular flour all over the place. Someone with severe Celiac disease would be wise to take a pass.

Chef Elizabeth Falkner’s Dairy Free Chocolate Flax Seed Mousse with Carob/Mesquite Streusel at 2018 World Food Championships.

Chef Falkner’s menu for the day included Gluten Free Roasted Pumpkin Gnocchi with a Chia Herb Pesto and Zesty Roasted Pumpkin Seeds. It was light and delicious. She also made a salad with components of her Collard Green Enchiladas dish. The original recipe uses whole Collard leaves as a substitute for Tortillas, but only chopped leaves were available that day. For dessert, the chef prepared a Chocolate Flax Seed Mousse with Carob/Mesquite Streusel. She somehow made the preparation of these Iron Chef worthy dishes look simple.

For more on Cooking BBQ (or anything) for People with Food Allergies, check out these links:

Allergy and Asthma Network (general information and resources) http://www.allergyasthmanetwork.org/

Allergy Safe Dining (free download of great info for food professionals) http://www.allergyasthmanetwork.org/outreach/publications/special-publications/allergy-safe-dining/

AllergyHome (emphasis on schools and kids) https://www.allergyhome.org/

Summer Barbeque Tips for Hosts and Guests (allergy safe suggestions) https://www.foodallergy.org/about-fare/blog/summer-barbeque-tips-for-hosts-and-guests

Have an Allergy Friendly Barbecue (more tips for people with allergies) https://blog.americanmedical-id.com/2017/07/allergy-friendly-barbecue/

Eating Safely at the Family BBQ (Gluten Free suggestions) https://www.allergicliving.com/2010/07/02/ask-the-celiac-expert/

More on Chef Elizabeth Falkner’s Books and Online Classes https://www.elizabethfalkner.com/books-television

The Food Allergy Experience (book by Dr. Ruchi Gupta with free links to allergy research) http://www.ruchigupta.com/the-food-allergy-experience-1/

Tasty Freedom- How We Mastered Fear, Illness and Foreign Travel with Severe Food Allergies (a charming little book by my friend Chef Jaquy Yngvason and hubby Josh Greenfield, available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and other outlets) https://www.amazon.com/Tasty-Freedom-Mastered-Illness-Allergies/dp/0692982825

AllergyEats- website is like the Yelp for people all over the country for reviewing restaurants https://www.allergyeats.com/

Can People With Food Allergies Eat BBQ? by Chef Mick Brown Courtesy of www.bbqrescues.org As long as you are not allergic to meat or fresh vegetables, there is no reason a person with allergies cannot eat BBQ.

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Spotlight on BBQ RESCUES! Foundation- Part III- Closing out 2017 from Arizona to Skid Row

Spotlight on BBQ RESCUES! Foundation- Part III- Closing out 2017 from Arizona to Skid Row

    Chef Mick Brown of the BBQ RESCUES Foundation seen with pop sensation Redfoo of group LMFAO (“Party Rock Anthem”) fame. The Foundation was challenged to create a Vegan BBQ Menu for the star and his family’s Thanksgiving Dinner. Pictured Dish- Smoked Sweet Potato/Rainbow Carrot Mash with Mint and Smoked Coconut Flakes.

To end out 2017, the BBQ RESCUES! Foundation was active with Social Media…

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BBQ RESCUES Foundation and Chef Mick Brown featured in new NBBQA Article

BBQ RESCUES Foundation and Chef Mick Brown featured in new NBBQA Article

-From the National Barbecue and Grilling Association (NBBQA)

VEGAN BBQ JOINTS POPPING UP AROUND THE COUNTRY JULY 18, 2018 Posted By: Stover Edward Harger III in NBBQA eNewsletter

It takes just two words to elicit laughter from some BBQ folks: vegan BBQ.

That’s the reaction Chef Mick Brown sometimes gets when he explains his passion for promoting vegan, vegetarian and healthier BBQ food.…

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Kosher Grilling Ideas & Local Eateries (Los Angeles)

Kosher Grilling Ideas & Local Eateries (Los Angeles)

To Congregation Bais Naftoli- Thanks for having Chef Mick Brown of BBQ RESCUES Foundation join you for breakfast on June 10, 2018. As promised, here is an online printable version of the Kosher Recipe handouts. Everyone- feel free to reprint and share alike.

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Rare Original "Star Wars" Comic Books Collection for Auction

Rare Original “Star Wars” Comic Books Collection for Auction

100% Proceeds going to benefit the nonprofit BBQ RESCUES! Foundation

Star Wars Comics Issues #1-#10 being auctioned to benefit the BBQ RESCUES Foundation.

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. – June 8, 2018 – PRLog — Could this be the ultimate Father’s Day Gift for your favorite “Star Wars” lovin’ Dad? Days after the big opening of “Solo” in theaters, imagine owning the first 10 Issues of the movie inspired comic…

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Spotlight on BBQ RESCUES! Foundation Part II + Dallas Cares Hurricane Harvey Benefit & Western Foodservice Expo

Spotlight on BBQ RESCUES! Foundation Part II + Dallas Cares Hurricane Harvey Benefit & Western Foodservice Expo

    BARBECUE RESCUES! Foundation’s new logo was generously donated by Freelance Designer Extraordinaire Diane Biochut of http://321message.com/ 2017-18 ACTIVITIES/ UPCOMING SCHEDULE

Updated May 2018

The BBQ RESCUES! Foundationis active with Video Production and Social Media outreach to promote Fitness and Healthier Grilling, as well as other important Community Projects. Here are some Highlights…

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Press Release 3/14/17- What's New at NBBQA Dallas/Fort Worth Conference? VEGAN BBQ!

Press Release 3/14/17- What’s New at NBBQA Dallas/Fort Worth Conference? VEGAN BBQ!

BBQ RESCUES! Foundation’s Chef Mick Brown to Present at “I Am BBQ 2018”

FORT WORTH, Texas – March 14, 2018 – PRLog — As part of their newly announced #BBQProject2020, the Nonprofit BBQ RESCUES! Foundation is calling for all Grill Masters to make a little room on their Smokers for Fresh Veggies. Executive Director- Chef Mick Brown- will demonstrate how to prepare dishes that are as delicious…

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Making BBQ Healthy and Authentic- NBBQA I Am BBQ 2018

Making BBQ Healthy and Authentic- NBBQA I Am BBQ 2018

Chef Mick Brown of BBQ RESCUES! Foundation making Vegan BBQ Thanksgiving Dinner for Musician Redfoo of LMFAO Fame.

By Chef Mick Brown

Courtesy of http://www.BBQRESCUES.org

Rustic Grilled Veggie Platter with Yellow Squash, Asparagus, Green, Red and Yellow Bell Pepper.

Hope to see you in Fort Worth, TX. this week for the NBBQA “I AM BBQ 2018” Conference. Since 1991, The National Barbecue and…

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Texas BBQ Goes Vegan! (Well, Kinda Sorta) -Video/Recipe

Texas BBQ Goes Vegan! (Well, Kinda Sorta) -Video/Recipe

By Chef Mick Brown

Courtesy of http://www.BBQRESCUES.org

Texas BBQ Goes Vegan! (Well, Kinda Sorta)- Introducing #BBQProject2020– a new Initiative for All #BBQ #Restaurants to offer #Fresh #Veggies  from the #Grill by year #2020. This Video shot at Brown B Que Restaurant in Austin, Texas shows how it can be done. Special Thanks to Thurman, Claudia and Kenneth Brown (Long Lost Cousins).

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