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Southern Love: Raising the Bar in Barbecue

Apr 30, 2026 · 42 min

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This week on the Barbecue Radio Network, Freddie Bell sits down with Essi Tadrus — the heart and soul behind Southern Love Barbecue in Tampa. From Army‑brat beginnings to building a scratch‑made, multi‑regional barbecue brand, Essi’s story is pure passion. Hear how he’s bringing every style of barbecue under one roof… and why Southern Love is officially launching its franchise journey. Don’t miss it — only on the Barbecue Radio Network. 

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