How do I heat the ribs?
Each box comes with reheating instructions. The ribs are fully cooked and seasoned. We suggest heating them on a grill or in the oven. Preheat the oven to around 350, put your ribs on some aluminum foil and heat them for around 20 minutes. Remember, you are simply heating the ribs…not cooking them. Once reheated, we suggest using the following basting solution:
-1 part water, 1 part white distilled vinegar, 1 part Rendezvous sauce, 1 T Rendezvous seasoning

What should I serve with the ribs?
We suggest our mustard-based Rendezvous coleslaw and our BBQ baked beans. Other suggestions are potato salad and rolls. And don’t forget the fresh ice tea – always a Southern tradition!

Can I refreeze the ribs once they have been delivered to my house?
Yes – for up to 6 months. (For optimal taste and quality, it is best not to refreeze.)

How long are the ribs good in the fridge?
Up to 7 days.

How long does it take for the ribs to thaw out?
Completely frozen ribs take about a day in the fridge or a couple hours on the counter to thaw. We suggest thawing before reheating.

Are the ribs dry?
No, our ribs are as moist as they come. However, the ribs are shipped with our World Famous seasoning on top. Each shipped box includes a bottle of our World Famous Barbecue Sauce and our World Famous Rendezvous Seasoning so you can prepare the ribs the way you like them.

How is the meat packaged?
Each order is packed in a cardboard corrugated box that includes ice gel packs and dry ice. If your package still has a bit of dry ice in it when it arrives, please carefully discard the dry ice once the box is opened. Use protective gloves or potholders to remove the dry ice.

How do I heat the shoulder?
You can heat the shoulder in the oven or in the microwave. If you use your oven, empty into an oven safe container. Heat it up for 30-45 minutes at 325. If you use your microwave, heat in 2 minute intervals until warm enough to eat.

Can I freeze the shoulder?
Yes –for up to 6 months. (For optimal taste and quality, it is best not to refreeze.)

How long is the shoulder good in the fridge?
The shoulder is good in the fridge for up to 7 days.

How long does it take for the shoulder to thaw out?
Completely frozen shoulder takes about a day out on the counter or a couple of days in the refrigerator to thaw out.

How long does it take for the beans to thaw out?
It will take several hours for the beans to thaw on the counter or one day in the refrigerator.

How long is the slaw good?
The slaw is a mustard based and will last up to 3 months in the refrigerator. We do not suggest freezing the slaw.

How long are the beans good?
The beans are good for 10-14 days in the refrigerator. We do not recommend freezing the beans.

How many people do the slaw/beans feed?
Each comes in a pint container (2 cups) and feed up to 4 people.

Does the seasoning contain MSG?
The seasoning contains MSG. The sauce does not.