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David Stidham of A Fine Swine BBQ on Bringing Competition Cue to the Masses

By Kevin Sandridge

A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant
A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant - David Stidham
David Stidham, Owner – A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant

Thanks for checking out this episode of the BBQ Beat Podcast. In this episode, David Stidham of A Fine Swine BBQ talks about his passion for smoked food, his love of family, and the joys of bringing it all together.

David was a real pleasure to speak to. He’s a genuine fan of BBQ culture and he doesn’t take no for an answer when it comes to doing what’s right — no matter the challenge. What I came to appreciate the most about David during our nearly two hour-long conversation (not all of which makes it into this session) is his dedication to doing things right, even when conventional wisdom dictates he should take another path.

As you listen to this recording via the player above, pay special attention to the story of how A Fine Swine came to be. From the sauce that started it all, to the restaurant now thriving at 423 W Hanover St, New Baden, IL, it’s all in here.

A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant Photo Gallery

I haven’t visited the restaurant myself, but it’s for sure on my bucket list of must try BBQ places. Here are some photos from the A Fine Swine Facebook Page that I thought you’d enjoy.

  • A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant - Exterior View
  • A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant - Interior View of Bar
  • A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant - Interior Shot
  • A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant - The Watering Hole
  • A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant - The Team at A Fine Swine - New Baden, IL
  • A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant - Odering Station and Cool Jambo Pit Counter
  • A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant - Specials Board
  • A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant - Post Oak Fresh In from Austin, TX
  • A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant - Pitmasters Jacob, Garrett and Devin
  • A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant - The Burnt Reynolds Sandwich
  • A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant - Texas Brisket Tacos
  • A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant - St. Louis Ribs Fresh Cut
  • A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant - Competition Style St. Louis Ribs
  • A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant - Platter
  • A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant - Freshly Fried Swine Rinds
  • A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant - Freshly Fried Swine Rinds Bagged and Ready
  • A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant - Burnt Ends
  • A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant - Brisket Love
  • A Fine Swine BBQ Restaurant - 1.5 Pound Pork Steak with Championship Glaze

This was just a great call. David wants to be sure that people know that achieving dreams is possible if you work hard. More importantly, he stresses that you need to be purposeful about where and how you set up shop, and be sure to surround yourself with good people.

Lastly, David is serious about being open and available to you via Facebook or email if you have any questions about the restaurant business, especially since you’re a fan of this show!

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