American
Barbecue
From slow-smoked meats to the distinct regional styles of the American South, this barbecue is built on patience, smoke and time.
The BBQ Pit is as much a gathering place as it is a way of cooking. It is shaped by local traditions and passed down through generations. It’s one of the simplest methods of bringing people together. Some of our oldest rituals begin with fire—the waiting, the passing of food, the conversations that stretch long after the cooking is done. At The Gathering, The BBQ Pit celebrates the pleasures of eating food cooked over an open fire and the craft behind it.
This year we bring two distinct traditions into focus: American barbecue & Japanese Barbecue. Come explore these different approaches with shared instincts at The Gathering.

From slow-smoked meats to the distinct regional styles of the American South, this barbecue is built on patience, smoke and time.
Japanese grilling is a study in precision and restraint. Working with charcoal, chefs draw out the natural character of each ingredient, balancing heat, texture and flavour.