Where Does Charlotte Rank In Most BBQ Obsessed Cities?
Grilling season has officially begun. With summer just around the corner, people are spending more time outside cooking their favorite meals. Bid-On-Equipment just published a compilation where they rank the top cities obsessed with BBQ, and Charlotte made the list.
“Many cities claim to have the best BBQ around, but we analyzed thousands of Google searches to figure out which ones really are a cut above the rest,” Bid-On-Equipment states to determine their rankings.
In total, 50 cities were identified and ranked in order. Then, this article highlights the top three states in the country, highlighting three specific restaurants in those states. Lastly, Bid-On-Equipment details the topic one step further in naming the best 20 cities for Korean BBQ. So, where does Charlotte stand?
#22
The good news is that Charlotte made the list. The bad news is that there are 21 cities above the capital of the Motor City that were identified as being more obsessed with BBQ. Charlotte ranked #22, just above Milwaukee, WI and below Sacramento, CA. In North Carolina specifically, Raleigh ranked ten spots higher at #12.
Unfortunately, Charlotte is not listed at all as a best city for Korean BBQ. Bid-On-Equipment describes the difference with Korean BBQ by explaining how they use sweet sauces instead of dry rubs. In addition, “it’s also often cooked on a smaller grill at the center of the table for a unique dining experience,” they say.
BBQ In Charlotte
If you are looking for fine BBQ establishments in the greater city area to fill your cravings, TripAdvisor recently updated their best 10 spots to check out. While Charlotte may not rank as the # 1 city obsessed with BBQ, there are plenty of great restaurants in the city serving this flavorful cuisine.
North Carolina, South Carolina: This Map Shows Our Earthquake Danger
Everyone knows of the obvious places where you have to worry about experiencing an earthquake. But sometimes, there are less obvious spots, too. So, what is our currently, calculated risk of an earthquake in North Carolina and South Carolina?
A new study looks at the locations with the highest potential of earthquakes. A lot of them are in major cities. A few include Los Angeles, San Francisco, Portland, Seattle, Salt Lake City and Memphis. That’s according to government research done by FEMA.
In case you were wondering, earthquakes are costly. That’s not to shame the states that have the most earthquakes, of course. Hurricanes are costly, too. So, whether you live in California, where earthquakes are likely, or in other areas across America where hurricanes happen, chances are, your area is taking up funding to cover these disasters. As it turns out, southern California coastal counties and the Bay Area are the most costly when it comes to earthquake damage. “Los Angeles County with $2.68 billion in annualized losses is more than three times greater than the second highest county (Santa Clara, California),” the FEMA report states. “The counties containing the Seattle, Portland, Salt Lake, and Memphis metropolitan areas also have relatively high AELs.”
North Carolina ranks No. 22 and No. 28, respectively, out of the states for the report’s “Ranking of States by Annualized Earthquake Loss and Annualized Earthquake Loss Ratios (AELR).” South Carolina ranks No. 8 and 12, respectively.
North Carolina, South Carolina earthquake danger
Find the interactive map via CNN below and see where your area lands. You might be surprised by some of the areas that actually have a fairly high risk for activity. The map was “derived in part from a US Geological Survey study that created earthquake models to help inform municipalities and insurance companies about such hazards,” according to CNN.
Jeff Gorra is a Boston-based writer who has been with Beasley Media Group since the beginning of 2023. He writes about restaurants and food, as well as sports and rock music. His experience also includes show hosting and in-depth creative writing in rock and reggae dub music. Jeff’s an avid surfer, New York Giants, and Pearl Jam fan, however, if you make unforgettable pizza, he is sure to find you.