Jim "The Arkansas Trav'ler" Quessenberry: Serious Contender for the Barbecue Hall of Fame

— Lee Quessenberry

The BBQ Central Show correspondents name Jim "The Arkansas Trav'ler" Quessenberry as a serious contender for the Barbecue Hall of Fame, citing his pioneering competition career.

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— Lee Quessenberry May 29, 2019

Steve Ray, standing in for Greg Rempe as the guest host of The BBQ Central Show, asked the other embedded correspondents of the show — Doug Shiding, David Huff, and Jon Solberg — who they would choose to be inducted into the Barbecue Hall of Fame.

Steve Ray and Jon Solberg both gave a nod to Jim “The Arkansas Trav’ler” Quessenberry due to his pioneering career in competition barbecue, along with the impact he made on many current barbecue legends, teams, and competitions along the way.

We’re all holding our breath until 2pm CDT May 29, 2019, when Greg Rempe will announce the winners on the show. Wish us luck.

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People in This Story

Jim Quessenberry

Founder & Two-Time World Champion Pitmaster

Lee Quessenberry

Co-Founder, Brand Manager & Conduit

Michael Quessenberry

Community Outreach & Catering
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American Royal World Series of Barbecue

Kansas City, MO

Jonesboro, Arkansas

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Lisdoonvarna, County Clare, Ireland
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