Steven Raichlen's Project Smoke (2015)

Episode Overview

Barbecue's story begins in the Caribbean, where the Taino people crafted a wooden smoking grill they named the barbacoa. Journey through the region's tropical heart, from the French West Indies to the shores of Mexico, to uncover how this ancient technique sparked a global tradition. Along the way, savor a Smoked Snapper Dip paired with crisp Smoked Veggie Chips, feast on bold Buccaneer Chicken, and experience the slow-cooked richness of Oaxacan Barbacoa.