barbecue - n. an outdoor meal or party at which food is cooked on a barbecue; food that has been cooked on a barbecue grill
straightforward - adj. easy to do or understand : not complicated
pit - n. an outdoor area where food is cooked
regional - adj. relating to a part of the country that is different or separate from other parts in some way
appreciate - v. to understand the worth or importance of (something or someone) : to admire and value (something or someone)
sacred - adj. highly valued and important : deserving great respect
hog - n. a pig
tender - adj. easy to chew or bite : not tough
brisket - n. beef from the chest of a cow
shred - v. to cut or tear (something) into long, thin pieces
chop - v. to cut (something) into pieces by hitting it with the sharp edge of an ax, knife, etc.
flavor - v. to give or add taste to something
best of both worlds - expression. a situation in which you can enjoy two very different things at the same time
passion - n. a strong feeling of enthusiasm or excitement for something or about doing something