August 2025 BBQ Pitmasters Meeting

Get ready to fire up the grill!

We’re thrilled to invite you to our BBQ Pit Masters Class on August 28, 2025, where you’ll learn grill techniques, bold flavors, and health-conscious twists from 3 extraordinary chefs!

MEET THE CHEFS

#1 – Tonna Jacobson – Self-Taught Cook & Health Coach

A health coach and former RN with a passion for making food that’s both nutritious and delicious, Tonna appeared on MasterChef with her daughter, Cait as a Dynamic Duo. She’s a self-taught home cook who once ran Tonna’s Cakes and now shares hundreds of inventive dishes with clients and food lovers alike.

“Teaching and cooking are my happy place—combining them lights me up!”

#2 – Cait Jacobson – Aspiring Dietitian & Culinary Competitor

At just 21, Cait is already on her way to a Master’s in Dietetics with dual degrees in Dietetics and Health Science. She brings nutrition insight, creativity and a fresh take on food that tastes good and does good. As part of the MasterChef Dynamic Duo, she knows how to hold her own under pressure in the kitchen.

#3 – Chef Kevin Fuller – The Red Line Table | Pitmaster & Private Chef

As a retired Navy Veteran and now with over 25 years in BBQ and 28 years as a first responder, Kevin’s story is one of grit, smoke, and redemption. After surviving severe burns while cooking at a charity event, he launched The Red Line Table —a culinary brand rooted in service and soul.

“Barbecue is about community, tradition, and storytelling through flame.”

As a MasterChef Season 15 standout, Kevin brings refined fire-cooked flavor and unforgettable inspiration to every bite.

What You’ll Learn

• Low‑and‑slow smoking techniques for beef and poultry
• Flavor balancing with marinades, rubs, and sauces
• Healthier BBQ choices with nutrient-smart swaps
• Live grilling demo by all three chefs—plus hands‑on flavor labs
• Tasting session with fresh sides and sauces
• Q&A with Kevin, Tonna, and Cait about nutrition, cooking tips, and BBQ secrets

Why You Should Attend

• Learn from diverse perspectives: Tonna’s health‑first cooking, Cait’s dietetics + flavor pairing, and Kevin’s bold community cooking
• Interactive and hands‑on: not just watching—join the cooking stations yourself
• Network with fellow food lovers: chat with chefs and other participants

The demo for August will feature:

Menu (subject to change)

Smoked Turkey Breast

Cornbread stuffing with apples and sage sausage

Grilled Brussel Sprouts with Bacon, Balsamic and Pecans

Buttermilk Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Whipped Cream Frosting, Raspberry Coulis and Gochujang Caramel