"2024 Southern Living: Best of Barbecue, Cities, and Places to Live in the South"

Southern Living's 2024 South's Best Awards for barbecue joints in every state reveal a trend towards traditional, tried-and-true establishments, with many older winners this year. The survey, conducted among over 20,000 respondents, showcases iconic barbecue spots such as Big Bob Gibson's in Alabama, Wright's Barbecue in Arkansas, and Franklin Barbecue in Texas, among others, each celebrated for their unique regional styles and flavors.