The Roots of BBQ Academy
The Roots of BBQ Academy will be an indepth historical whole hog barbecue immersion in Manning, SC where Dr. Conyers learned the craft.
Dr. Howard Conyers is going to host and educate for two days, an in-depth historical whole hog barbecue immersion in Manning, SC on a farm to close out National BBQ Month in an outdoor setting under the barn to return bbq to its roots. Dr. Conyers have not hosted anything like this since 2015 and since then he has has learned a lot more. This class is not simply a class on how to cook a whole hog even though we will cook it in the ground (weather permitting), it is a place to learn about the history in a place it was preserved and the culture behind barbecue in America from a place of people whose stories never been truly shared to created this cuisine. You will hear from farmers, true masters of the craft, and Dr. Conyers in a curated series of round table and round the pit conversations. If you love American history, culture, great food, and fellowship while obtaining education, you don’t want to miss this opportunity. Also, if a family is interested and someone is planning on bringing an RV, please let us know as we are making accommodations for you at a different price point. This immersion is also great for people that home school and want an educational experience that is deeper than a text book.
This is non refundable. We will also be following the CDC recommendations for COVID. Proceeds from the The Roots of BBQ Academy will go to support the #100AcresProject to help preserve black owned farm land and to develop economic opportunities in the rural south. This offering is only for less than 30 people. One can pay a deposit to RSVP, with the balance due by April 30, 2022. Please email info@howardconyers.com if you want to make payment arrangements or if you have other questions
Gumbo Jubilee
“Nationally acclaimed BBQ Pit Master Howard Conyers wanted cook something special for his Gumbo Jubilee celebration. So, he challenged himself to slow-roast the largest animal he had ever prepared—an entire cow. Luckily, this 3rd generation pit master is also an engineer and NASA rocket scientist…
‘Making Gumbo Jubilee’ is a rousing, short-documentary (10min :37 secs) that chronicles the final 24-hours of preparation by Dr. Howard Conyers. In the film, he draws inspiration from over three centuries of culinary history and uses his unique blend of cooking and engineering prowess to keep the flames of African American pit master traditions alive. Many notable African-American chefs, culinary historians and food bloggers traveled from across the country to witness his demonstration and share a dish at this community-wide celebration of African American culinary and musical heritage.” -Film FreeWay
