Jay Tinney is a BBQ champion and pitmaster who has won numerous awards throughout the state of Texas. In 2003, he bought his first pit on the side of the road, and since that day his passion for grilling and smoking was ignited. For over 15 years, he has been the head competition chef on several of the largest teams at the Austin Rodeo. Jay takes great pride in the flavor of his competition meats and is now bringing that level of excellence to Tinney Barbecue and your catering needs.
Kita is also a member of the North American Travel Journalist Associate, Society for American Travel Writers, and International Food Wine Travel Writers Association, and has been featured on sites like Matador, Food Wine Travel Magazine, and the Travel Channel.
Jump to the Recipes: Jay Tinney for Head Country
Boudin Stuffed Smoked Tenderloin
Sausage Stuffed BBQ Grilled Quail
Apple Habanero Smoked BBQ St. Louis Style Ribs
Boudin Stuffed Smoked Tenderloin
What it is: A perfectly smoked pork tenderloin stuffed with Boudin, a Cajun sausage native to Southwest Louisiana, made from pork, rice, peppers, onions and tons of tasty seasonings. This dish combines the classic pork tenderloin flavors you love, with a Cajun twist. Perfect for a weeknight meal, yet delicious enough to impress your friends at the weekend cookout!
Head Country sauce, seasoning, or marinade used: Apple Habanero Bar-B-Q Sauce, Championship Seasoning, The Original
FULL recipe: Boudin Stuffed Smoked Tenderloin
Sausage Stuffed BBQ Grilled Quail
What it is: A delicious, juicy quail is easier to grill than you think. Jay Tinney of Tinney Barbecue, a Head Country Brand Ambassador, describes all the tips and tricks for how to grill up quail quickly, easily—and deliciously. A custom sausage blend and a pepper-jelly glaze add flair without fanciness.
Head Country sauce, seasoning, or marinade used: Apple Habanero Bar-B-Q Sauce, Championship Seasoning, The Original
FULL recipe: Sausage Stuffed BBQ Grilled Quail
Apple Habanero Smoked BBQ St. Louis Style Ribs
What it is: The backyard version of a competition classic. Champion BBQer Jay Tinney reveals his secrets step by step for how he makes a rack of grand champion-worthy ribs at home.
Head Country sauce, seasoning, or marinade used: Apple Habanero Bar-B-Q Sauce, Championship Seasoning, The Origin
FULL recipe: Apple Habanero Smoked BBQ St. Louis Style Ribs