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Tom @ CGS is one of us
With that said, I just wanted to let all the newbies on this forum know that Tom at the ceramic grill store is one of us, not a salesman. This guy will spend some serious time on the phone with you to make sure that you are going to spend your money on the best set up for your cooking needs. He is caring, genuine and one hell of a cook as well. Again, I am not affiliated with the ceramic grill store, I am just a very VERY happy customer, from his advice all the way to customer service/warranty issues, he is a true class act.
--Jason
"Entrepreneurs are simply those who understand that there is little difference between obstacle and opportunity, and are able to turn both to their advantage."
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Does he offer Mangrates? I kid I kid!I have only heard GREAT things about CGS. I wish there was more available for the MBGE. I may have to get a L/XL just to be able to spend money with him!
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Great reason to get another egg lol, go XL.
"Entrepreneurs are simply those who understand that there is little difference between obstacle and opportunity, and are able to turn both to their advantage."
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LMAO @ mangrates
"Entrepreneurs are simply those who understand that there is little difference between obstacle and opportunity, and are able to turn both to their advantage."
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You are correct. Tom is outstanding. If you can make a Texas Fest you should meet him. One of the good guys.Salado TX & 30A FL: Egg Family: 3 Large and a very well used Mini, added a Mini Max when they came out (I'm good for now). Plus a couple Pit Boss Pellet Smokers.
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Mickey said:You are correct. Tom is outstanding. If you can make a Texas Fest you should meet him. One of the good guys.
"Entrepreneurs are simply those who understand that there is little difference between obstacle and opportunity, and are able to turn both to their advantage."
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I've met him in person a few times. Hell of a guy and a great line of products.
Rowlett, Texas
Griffin's Grub or you can find me on Facebook
The Supreme Potentate, Sovereign Commander and Sultan of Wings
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michigan_jason said:Mickey said:You are correct. Tom is outstanding. If you can make a Texas Fest you should meet him. One of the good guys.
Salado TX & 30A FL: Egg Family: 3 Large and a very well used Mini, added a Mini Max when they came out (I'm good for now). Plus a couple Pit Boss Pellet Smokers. -
"Entrepreneurs are simply those who understand that there is little difference between obstacle and opportunity, and are able to turn both to their advantage."
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Yes. Saladomichigan_jason said:@mickey
are you referring to salado?
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So I could get there in a little over an hour from downtown San Antonio?
"Entrepreneurs are simply those who understand that there is little difference between obstacle and opportunity, and are able to turn both to their advantage."
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michigan_jason said:So I could get there in a little over an hour from downtown San Antonio?
Salado TX & 30A FL: Egg Family: 3 Large and a very well used Mini, added a Mini Max when they came out (I'm good for now). Plus a couple Pit Boss Pellet Smokers. -
Yep- Take that toll road and you'll be there in no time. Just watch out for the 400 lb feral hogs. They leave quite a dent at 85 mph. If it were me, I would go 30 minutes west on I-10 out of SA and go through Lockhart for the famous TX BBQ run and head up from there. You'll still catch the toll road and if you are that close, no reason not to visit the legends of BBQ (Kreuz and Smitty's)You might even be able to catch a ride with @Cazzy. he does not drink so he would be an excellent DD for the dayKeepin' It Weird in The ATX FBTX
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Great, sounds good. The BBQ adventure starts at your house John! Then to the mediocre Franklin BBQ and so on.
"Entrepreneurs are simply those who understand that there is little difference between obstacle and opportunity, and are able to turn both to their advantage."
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The day after I got my pswoo3 from Tom, I decided to do my first pizza. Since I was a total newbie, I had a number of questions. It was a Friday night, so I fired off an email to Tom, not really expecting a reply until at least Monday, if at all. But I thought it was worth a shot. Sure enough, about 20 minutes later, he sent me a detailed response with some great tips. I took his suggestions and ended up with a great pizza on my first try. Since then, I've emailed him a couple of times more for some advice and he has always come through. First class guy with a real passion for what he does.
Cincinnati
LBGE, Weber Kettle
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Is Franklin's really mediocre? I have heard it's good but it seems like hipster paradise. If I am able to make it, I want to hit up some Texas beef places that are great beyond the tourist traps. Right now, I have been recommended to Salt Lick by my wife and FIL.EDIT: Unless your insinuation is that all brisket is mediocre next to CT's. If so, that flew over my head until 30 seconds after I posted the first time.
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"Entrepreneurs are simply those who understand that there is little difference between obstacle and opportunity, and are able to turn both to their advantage."
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michigan_jason said:Great, sounds good. The BBQ adventure starts at your house John! Then to the mediocre Franklin BBQ and so on.Keepin' It Weird in The ATX FBTX
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michigan_jason said:Great, sounds good. The BBQ adventure starts at your house John! Then to the mediocre Franklin BBQ and so on.
Salado TX & 30A FL: Egg Family: 3 Large and a very well used Mini, added a Mini Max when they came out (I'm good for now). Plus a couple Pit Boss Pellet Smokers. -
Cazzy's Wangs get him in alone...
Why does Aaron always look like he smells poop? Or am I the only one that thinks that?
"Entrepreneurs are simply those who understand that there is little difference between obstacle and opportunity, and are able to turn both to their advantage."
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Eggcelsior said:Is Franklin's really mediocre? I have heard it's good but it seems like hipster paradise. If I am able to make it, I want to hit up some Texas beef places that are great beyond the tourist traps. Right now, I have been recommended to Salt Lick by my wife and FIL.EDIT: Unless your insinuation is that all brisket is mediocre next to CT's. If so, that flew over my head until 30 seconds after I posted the first time.Salt Lick is great....just not the brisket (it's OK, just not nearly on par with Franklin or J. Mueller). Awesome place though, a definite must visit. The original is BYOB and there is nowhere within 10 miles to buy so bring a cooler. The new location in Round Rock is nice too and it's full bar.Go heavy on ribs and sausage at Salt Lick and you'll be happyKeepin' It Weird in The ATX FBTX
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Quite a few of us "older Eggheads" now have found ways to improve on the customers's Big Green Experience. Tom (TVS) is another original Egger from the past only trying to add to the Egging experience of us all...and an overall good guy. Some of the newer Egg owners here just need to realize there is a much bigger club then what you see on this message board here.
Ceramic Grill store makes some great products for your Big Green Egg.
-SMITTY
from SANTA CLARA, CA
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SMITTYtheSMOKER said:
Quite a few of us "older Eggheads" now have found ways to improve on the customers's Big Green Experience. Tom (TVS) is another original Egger from the past only trying to add to the Egging experience of us all...and an overall good guy. Some of the newer Egg owners here just need to realize there is a much bigger club then what you see on this message board here.
Ceramic Grill store makes some great products for your Big Green Egg.
"Entrepreneurs are simply those who understand that there is little difference between obstacle and opportunity, and are able to turn both to their advantage."
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Hello Jason,
I don't have a list, but if I did you would be at the top.
Happy Egging!
-SMITTY
from SANTA CLARA, CA
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Is that the Hit list?
"Entrepreneurs are simply those who understand that there is little difference between obstacle and opportunity, and are able to turn both to their advantage."
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The Cen-Tex Smoker said:Eggcelsior said:Is Franklin's really mediocre? I have heard it's good but it seems like hipster paradise. If I am able to make it, I want to hit up some Texas beef places that are great beyond the tourist traps. Right now, I have been recommended to Salt Lick by my wife and FIL.EDIT: Unless your insinuation is that all brisket is mediocre next to CT's. If so, that flew over my head until 30 seconds after I posted the first time.Salt Lick is great....just not the brisket (it's OK, just not nearly on par with Franklin or J. Mueller). Awesome place though, a definite must visit. The original is BYOB and there is nowhere within 10 miles to buy so bring a cooler. The new location in Round Rock is nice too and it's full bar.Go heavy on ribs and sausage at Salt Lick and you'll be happyIn terms of Salt Lick, I was told to try the "Blue Plate Special" or something like that. I am sure that ANY brisket I get will be better that anything I get around here. Baltimore has Pit Beef, but brisket is lost in translation. The local BBQ joint is pretty good, but the brisket is atrocious. Lukewarm, flavorless, and rubbery. Good eats.
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Eggcelsior said:The Cen-Tex Smoker said:Eggcelsior said:Is Franklin's really mediocre? I have heard it's good but it seems like hipster paradise. If I am able to make it, I want to hit up some Texas beef places that are great beyond the tourist traps. Right now, I have been recommended to Salt Lick by my wife and FIL.EDIT: Unless your insinuation is that all brisket is mediocre next to CT's. If so, that flew over my head until 30 seconds after I posted the first time.Salt Lick is great....just not the brisket (it's OK, just not nearly on par with Franklin or J. Mueller). Awesome place though, a definite must visit. The original is BYOB and there is nowhere within 10 miles to buy so bring a cooler. The new location in Round Rock is nice too and it's full bar.Go heavy on ribs and sausage at Salt Lick and you'll be happyIn terms of Salt Lick, I was told to try the "Blue Plate Special" or something like that. I am sure that ANY brisket I get will be better that anything I get around here. Baltimore has Pit Beef, but brisket is lost in translation. The local BBQ joint is pretty good, but the brisket is atrocious. Lukewarm, flavorless, and rubbery. Good eats.
"Entrepreneurs are simply those who understand that there is little difference between obstacle and opportunity, and are able to turn both to their advantage."
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Mickey said:michigan_jason said:Great, sounds good. The BBQ adventure starts at your house John! Then to the mediocre Franklin BBQ and so on.Keepin' It Weird in The ATX FBTX
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Eggcelsior said:The Cen-Tex Smoker said:Eggcelsior said:Is Franklin's really mediocre? I have heard it's good but it seems like hipster paradise. If I am able to make it, I want to hit up some Texas beef places that are great beyond the tourist traps. Right now, I have been recommended to Salt Lick by my wife and FIL.EDIT: Unless your insinuation is that all brisket is mediocre next to CT's. If so, that flew over my head until 30 seconds after I posted the first time.Salt Lick is great....just not the brisket (it's OK, just not nearly on par with Franklin or J. Mueller). Awesome place though, a definite must visit. The original is BYOB and there is nowhere within 10 miles to buy so bring a cooler. The new location in Round Rock is nice too and it's full bar.Go heavy on ribs and sausage at Salt Lick and you'll be happyIn terms of Salt Lick, I was told to try the "Blue Plate Special" or something like that. I am sure that ANY brisket I get will be better that anything I get around here. Baltimore has Pit Beef, but brisket is lost in translation. The local BBQ joint is pretty good, but the brisket is atrocious. Lukewarm, flavorless, and rubbery. Good eats.You want to go Family Style at Salt Lick (that's what they are talking about). It's all you can eat, choose 3 meats. Go brisket, ribs, sausage, then refill with ribs and sausage when you are ready. It's like $30 per person and they let you take a to go box! It's a blast. Go to the original in Driftwood if you can. The Round Rock location is only 30 minutes from Salado though it's it's awesome too.Keepin' It Weird in The ATX FBTX
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I'll give you a lift Jason!
Don't forget about Harmon's in Cibilo...some good queue there boss. I told @nolaegghead about it and he loved his visit!
@Mickey Why is the jury out? You think I'm missing this shiz?? Salado is still the only Fest I've been too. You always remember your 1st! :PJust a hack that makes some $hitty BBQ.... -
cazzy said:@Mickey Why is the jury out? You think I'm missing this shiz?? Salado is still the only Fest I've been too. You always remember your 1st! :P
Salado TX & 30A FL: Egg Family: 3 Large and a very well used Mini, added a Mini Max when they came out (I'm good for now). Plus a couple Pit Boss Pellet Smokers.
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