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Celebrate National Pickle Month & Get Chad’s Homemade Pickles

Celebrate National Pickle Month & Get Chad's Homemade Pickles

It’s that time of the year again! July is National Pickle Month, a celebration of one of the most beloved preserved foods in the world. Get our homemade pickles at Chad’s for National Pickle Month.

Whether you enjoy them on sandwiches, as a side dish, or as a tasty snack, pickles have become a staple in many cuisines. And what better way to celebrate this month than indulging in delicious homemade pickles?

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10 Things As Old As Chad’s BBQ!

10 Things As Old As Chad's BBQ!

Do you remember ten things as old as Chad’s BBQ? I do, and I remember so many phenomenal moments of 2013.  One is that Chad’s Bar-B-Cue began feeding its visitors in 2013 with fantastic food in a down-home atmosphere with excellent customer service. Owner Chad Sargent opened Chad’s BBQ in June 2013. Read on to learn more about Chad’s BBQ and a couple of other things that have spanned the previous decade!

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5 Southern Foods at Chad’s & Their History

5 Southern Foods at Chad's & Their History

As it turns out, Southern cooking’s trademarks were born from survival techniques—frying and salted meats kept people alive. The Southern Foods at Chad’s and their history begin their roots in Georgia, Mississippi, and Alabama, a collection of states commonly called the Deep South. Read on to learn more about Southern foods at Chad’s and how we can satisfy that craving with historical recipes.

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Little-Known Chad’s Menu Options our Loyal Customers All Know

Little-Known Chad's Menu Options our Loyal Customers All Know

Chad’s serves our amazing customers with deliciously unique menu options such as BBQ, sides, beverages, and desserts.  Our customers have told us that it’s not just about our fantastic food but also our excellent restaurant team and the fun family atmosphere. When you visit us, check out our inclusive menu with some of our most popular items, like our Pickle fries, sharable family meals, desserts, famous Maine Root drinks, and locally tapped beers. Many of you know these favorites on the menu, but if you’re new or forgotten, we wanted to let you in or remind you about some of Chad’s unique menu options.

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What Are Collard Greens & Why You Should Try Them

What Are Collard Greens & Why You Should Try Them

There’s something special about Southern cooking, where cooks bake comfort into every bite. The South doesn’t have a monopoly on fried chicken, pulled pork, cornbread, grits, or collard greens. But these favorite dishes bring to mind warm Southern hospitality. And they make for the perfect addition to any family meal. Many Southern classics have entered mainstream American cuisine — and even earned international adoration. Collard greens have yet to reach that level of popularity. But that might be because many people simply aren’t familiar with this delicious and versatile vegetable. What are collard greens, and why should you add them to your list of ingredients?

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5 Favorite Chad’s Menu Items for Pickle Lovers

5 Favorite Chad’s Menu Items for Pickle Lovers

Pickles, made from cucumbers submerged in brine, have been around for thousands of years. Although they are thought to have originated in India, the name comes from the Dutch word “pekel,” meaning brine. Regardless of their storied origins, these tangy treats have spread across the globe, amassing an army of pickle lovers along the way and becoming favorite menu items at greasy spoon diners and prestigious establishments alike. Whether you’re indulging pregnancy cravings, need an essential electrolyte, or are simply hankering for some salty, sour delight, you’ll find that the menu at Chad’s has a lot to offer in the way of pickles. It’s all thanks to delectable pickles that are made in-house. Which delicious dishes are likely to pique your palate when you’re peckish for pickles?

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4 Grilling Myths That Aren’t True

4 Grilling Myths That Aren't True

There’s no shortage of grilling myths out there, from how many times to turn a steak to whether you must have grill marks on food or not. The truth is that many of the “laws of grilling” that have been drilled into our brains since childhood (say “hello” to your dad for us) are just simply not true. Grilling is an area of cooking in which “that’s the way we’ve always done it” rules the roost, but there are a handful of grilling myths that you need to unlearn STAT.

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Why Smoke-Roasted Veggies Pair Perfectly with Smoked Meats

Why Smoke-Roasted Veggies Pair Perfectly with Smoked Meats

Are you in search of the perfect side dish to go with your smoked meats? Many people think of traditional side dishes like pork and beans or mac and cheese. But smoke-roasted veggies may be the secret ingredient you have been looking for to round out your plate. Veggies can be the perfect pair for your smoked meats with a similar flavor profile and a healthy touch. If you want to make your next meal magnificent, you should think about adding some veggies to that smoker!

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Tasty Toppings to Try for Barbecue Classics

Tasty Toppings to Try for Barbecue Classics

Let’s be honest – barbecued meats are pretty much perfect just as they are. But that doesn’t mean you should deny yourself the flavor explosions that happen when you pair the exact right toppings with barbecue classics. From burgers and ribs to wings and pulled pork, your favorites are made more delicious with tasty toppings. Whether you prefer to play it safe with pickles on your chicken sandwich or you want to live it up by smothering your burger in bacon jam and topping it with peppery arugula, there’s really no wrong way to reinvent your barbecue faves – especially with help from the barbecue masters at Chad’s. Here are just a few tasty toppings that could end up on your must-have list the next time you fire up the grill and pour on that sweet, saucy nectar.

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