mary01+FollowHouston’s 97-year-old BBQ legend keeps the fire aliveJohn Toomey is living proof that it’s never too late to chase your dreams—he opened J-Bar-M Barbecue in East Downtown Houston at 93, and he’s still there every day at 97, coffee in hand and his dog Smokey by his side. This week, the community surprised him with a birthday bash, celebrating not just his age but the energy and inspiration he brings to the neighborhood. With new pitmaster Arash Kharat shaking up the menu (think brisket pizza and crawfish boils), J-Bar-M is blending old-school passion with fresh flavors. What would you try first from their new lineup? #Food #HoustonEats #BBQLegend00Share
Michael Morgan+FollowLouisville BBQ Icon Shutting Its DoorsMark’s Feed Store on Bardstown Road is closing after 30 years! Can you believe it? The owners say dropping foot traffic made it impossible to keep going. If you’ve got memories (or a craving for their BBQ), you’ve got until August 2025 to get your fix at this OG spot. Don’t worry—other locations are still open, but it’s the end of an era for the Highlands! #Food #LouisvilleEats #BBQLegend00Share
