In the United States, bbq is a popular summer pastime Kansas City. In fact, a total of 80 million Americans grilled out in 2016. Beef is the most popular meat for barbecuing on 4th of July (82%) and also on Memorial Day (72%), Labor Day (56%), and Father’s Day (60%).

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Around half of all barbecues are held outside the home, primarily on patios or balconies. Around 3 out of 4 households own a grill and use it at least 5 times per month.

A growing number of consumers are choosing hooded BBQ grills over traditional US style flat-bed models, with smoker and plancha BBQ grills also fast gaining popularity. External pizza ovens are another BBQ add-on that is gaining traction.

While burgers and dogs are popular barbecue staples, a lot of people love to experiment with different meats and flavors on the grill. 62% of barbecue consumers love the taste of grilled foods, and 51% enjoy the lifestyle aspect of grilling.

It’s no surprise that Kansas City tops the list of barbecue trend cities with a score of 52.6, followed by San Antonio and St. Louis. While Tucson’s a bit more underwhelming with its barbecue fascination, with a trend score of only 25.6. Even so, all these cities show that barbecue is more than just food – it’s a lifestyle. A lifestyle that’s sure to continue to grow. Especially as the average American household spends less on eating out and more on cooking at home.