No Tent? No Problem. Celebrate Memphis-Style at Home
It’s May in Memphis, and you can smell it in the air—BBQ season is in full swing. Whether you’re a die-hard meat judge or just here for the vibes and the sauce-stained shirts, there’s one thing we can all agree on: May in Memphis is for barbecue lovers.
And sure, you could know a guy who knows a guy with a tent at Smokeslam or the World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest at Memphis in May. But if your invite got lost in the smoke, don’t worry—we’ve got a delicious backup plan.
Introducing: The At-Home BBQ Nacho Bar. It’s smoky. It’s cheesy. It’s a little messy. And it’s a whole lot easier than trying to score a parking spot close to Riverside.
All you need are a few local staples from South Point Grocery, a little bit of prep time, and an appetite big enough to handle the ultimate Memphis snack stack.
All About That Base
Let’s start with the base. Grab a bag (or two—you’ll thank us later) of Las Delicias Chips. They’re made right here in Memphis and are sturdy enough to hold up under layers of cheesy, meaty goodness. Then, swing by the meat section and pick up a pork loin. Season it up with either Rendezvous or Corky’s seasoning—both local legends in their own right—and smoke* it low and slow until it’s tender enough to shred with a fork.
*Grills and ovens can work too in a pinch. No need to buy a smoker. We won’t tell anyone your dirty little secret.
Get Saucy
Once your pork is perfectly juicy and seasoned to Memphis perfection, it’s time to smother it in Dancing Peppers BBQ Sauce, a bold, spicy local favorite that adds just the right kick. Spoon that glorious mixture right over your chips like the BBQ royalty you are.
Next up: cheese. And we’re not talking about just any cheese. We’re talking about Arbo’s Cheese Dip—smooth, melty, and made right here in Memphis. Warm it up and drizzle it over your nachos like you’re painting a masterpiece. (Which, let’s be honest, you are.)
Spice It Up
Top things off with a handful of sliced jalapeños for a little extra fire, and suddenly you’ve got yourself a BBQ nacho bar that could hold its own next to any tent on the river.
The beauty of this setup? You can keep it casual and DIY-style with toppings laid out buffet-style in your kitchen, or go full production and build individual nacho plates for your crew. Either way, you’re getting all the flavor of BBQ Fest—without the need for a wristband.
So go ahead—blast some blues, crack open a cold drink, and get into the spirit of Memphis in May from the comfort of your own home. South Point Grocery has everything you need to turn your kitchen into the unofficial nacho tent of BBQ Fest.
No smoke-stained credentials required.
