Chicago meet up 2017 Master Thread

[Bob BQ]

Where are you in STL?  I just joined (been getting serious about my grilling over the last 2 years).  I'm downtown in the city. - Elliott

Welcome to the Club, Elliott! I'm in Shrewsbury.... we've got a good crew in the StL area. Head over to the "Introduce Yourself" section and put up a post so everyone can "meet" you.


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[mhiszem]

This link for wood handles http://weberkettleclub.com/weber-handles/ or hit up @zavod44 for other options. Also check out this thread for more pictures http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/a-parade-of-zav-custom-handles/

[Jeff]

For those attending, I will bring some 22" ash pans up.  If yours is missing or beat up, this might be a good time to get one.  Save on shipping.

[LightningBoldtz]

6 days until the event, so excited

[CarrieAnn]

We are really looking forward to the meetup. I've been pulling out a few favorite recipes for sides to make and bring. I make a Mexican bean salad that's always well received at potlucks as well as an orzo salad that's a cool twist on a typical pasta salad. I'm looking for something I can infuse a bit of smoke into so I can at least have one thing that hit the grill   I'll have a few different things- I've never been to a party where I hadn't brought too much food, why change stuff up now? Lol


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[Craig]

@zavod44


There's gonna be a lot of SWEET GRILLS there!! WOOD DALES, BABY BLUES, FRIGGIN SWEET!!! I want to cook a STEAK on a baby blue WOOD DALE.....

[Craig]

We are really looking forward to the meetup. I've been pulling out a few favorite recipes for sides to make and bring. I make a Mexican bean salad that's always well received at potlucks as well as an orzo salad that's a cool twist on a typical pasta salad. I'm looking for something I can infuse a bit of smoke into so I can at least have one thing that hit the grill   I'll have a few different things- I've never been to a party where I hadn't brought too much food, why change stuff up now? Lol


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Sounds awesome!! Can't believe we are less than a week away!! I'm pretty excited!! Looking forward to seeing everyone there.

[1buckie]

@zavod44


There's gonna be a lot of SWEET GRILLS there!! WOOD DALES, BABY BLUES, FRIGGIN SWEET!!! I want to cook a STEAK on a baby blue WOOD DALE.....

@Craig


You're the GREATEST.....just, just the GREATEST !!!!!!

[Scott Zee]

1. LightningBoldtz +4 bacon wrapped pineapple + Green MBH and possibly RestoMod Grey OTPlus
2. Bob BQ - Fajitas
3. Craig
4. Shoestringshop +1
5. cwestsmokin +1 potatoes ,oinoins,and red peppers
6. brewtownbeatdown +3(?)
7. Jeff +1
8. JEBIV +1
9. Kneab +3 (?) Abt's and wings
10. HankB + 1
11. Scott Zee   jerk chicken sliders with pineapple cilantro slaw
12. Mcgolden- big bowl of Pasta salad
13. CarrieAnn + HoneyBun


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Bump for the food updates

[JEBIV]

. LightningBoldtz +4 bacon wrapped pineapple + Green MBH and possibly RestoMod Grey OTPlus
2. Bob BQ - Fajitas
3. Craig
4. Shoestringshop +1
5. cwestsmokin +1 potatoes ,oinoins,and red peppers
6. brewtownbeatdown +3(?)
7. Jeff +1
8. JEBIV +1 korean beef ribs flanken style, hot stuff salad
9. Kneab +3 (?) Abt's and wings
10. HankB + 1
11. Scott Zee   jerk chicken sliders with pineapple cilantro slaw
12. Mcgolden- big bowl of Pasta salad
13. CarrieAnn + HoneyBun

[timleo]

Arrrgh...I have to work that weekend.  Bad luck for me.

[HankB]

OK, I'm in for sure. Off the fence so to speak. That would be two of us (Cindy too.)

I need to study the menu and see if there are any gaps I can fill. I'm not sure what to prepare. Suggestions are welcome.

Thanks!

Edit: I don't see pork ribs on the menu. I've got those down on my 27" kettle. Would that fit in with the rest of the food? (I'd have to get to Brian's place and set up about 5 hours ahead of serving time but wouldn't have to stay. They seem to do well enough without me mucking about. What is our target for serving time anyway?

[LightningBoldtz]

OK, I'm in for sure. Off the fence so to speak. That would be two of us (Cindy too.)

I need to study the menu and see if there are any gaps I can fill. I'm not sure what to prepare. Suggestions are welcome.

Thanks!

Edit: I don't see pork ribs on the menu. I've got those down on my 27" kettle. Would that fit in with the rest of the food? (I'd have to get to Brian's place and set up about 5 hours ahead of serving time but wouldn't have to stay. They seem to do well enough without me mucking about. What is our target for serving time anyway?

Perfect Hank  IMO 2 ish would be a good time to start the food eatin'

[CarrieAnn]

Honeybun just texted me that they are in dire need of umpires Sat. So we will probably get there right at 2pm as it's a 2.5 hr drive. Not a deal breaker for us since I'm not actually grilling and will have my sides made ahead. They games usually go till 11, then he will zip home, shower quick and we will hit the road. Just letting y'all know!!


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[LightningBoldtz]

Event location is:

1266 Sycamore Street
Elgin, Illinois 60123

Brian (Zavod44) O'Neal's Cell # 847-454-5708
Jeff (LightningBoldtz) Boldt's Cell # 586-488-5374

I would imagine people showing up sometime after 12 to 12:30 PM central time.

Expect food stuff to be about 2 to 3 PM.

NOTHING is set in stone here, we roll causally at the WKC.