The ONLY authentic wood-fired Catering Company & Food Truck in the Western Area of Chicago-Land The ONLY authentic smoked BBQ truck in the Western Suburbs
01/31/2025
BREAKING NEWS;  we have been invited April 3rd - 5th to cook and compete  at Emeril Lagasse foundation “THROWDOWN” 
What a way to start a new season! And our 14th year of being of service to all of you.
More details as they come in and if you don’t mind, please share this good news
Dave, Nick, Josh, Ken, Q.
01/16/2025
Highly recommended if you’re looking for something great and different here you go
Restaurant will be Open today at 4pm
12/28/2024
We all had the opportunity to be together for Pat our church secretary husband‘s Ron’s funeral.
Thank you all so much who pitched in.
Ken of The Gourmet Hippy Grilled Cheese Truck
Dan of Eating Well
Quimby of Q’s Kitchen 
Terry, Nick, Josh & Max of Dave’s Slow Food.
Grateful and blessed
12/20/2024
Merry Christmas from all of us to you. And thank you for all your support over the years
Be Blessed
Dave
12/18/2024
A brand new product.  Our in-house made.
Smoked Beanie burger - salad wraps. Oh  so delightful.
11/20/2024
November 20, 2024 our first snow flurries
Thought I would make one more go through the garden.
Always ready when you are. If you have a holiday party need please reach out.
Family coming in early for the holidays and you’re tired of ordering the same old same old. We are here for you.
Thanks
Dave, Nick & Josh
10/27/2024
Epic Halloween party today
10/15/2024
Can’t wait to see you all come hungry and thirsty
Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with laughter, music, dancing, and delicious BBQ! 🎶🍖🌌
What to Expect:
🔥 S’mores around a crackling fire
🍽️ Authentic smoked BBQ from Dave's Slow Food
🎉 Great company and good vibes!
Grab your friends and come celebrate with us! Let’s make memories together at Emerald Acres! 🎊🌟
10/01/2024
This is my son Chris and his wife Crystal’s new business they’re launching today!
This is a great video gift idea for a graduation party or open house.
Please visit their website & page-like and share. You may even notice some familiar faces…we appreciate your support!
Thanks
Dave
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09/25/2024
Join us this coming Saturday At CASEY'S for a GREAT CAUSE With Great People who are making a difference.
Read the FLYER and Make your plans. See you all There
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Merry Christmas from all of us to you. And thank you for all your support over the years
Be Blessed
Dave
Epic Halloween party today
Emerald Acres
Rhubarb jelly
Four. Simple ingredients.
Fresh rhubarb
Sugar
Lemon with the seeds
One jalapeño
Good morning friends. This is how we do Slow Food breakfasts.
Today was for 350 for a youth conference. What a blast.
We have a lunch and dinner upcoming for the same group. And breakfast again tomorrow.
Thank you, everyone for your continued support
Dave, Nick & Josh
Slow Food private party. If you ever need one for your Company reach out.
Thanks
Dave, Nick & Josh
First, we are a Catering Company with a Cool Food Truck. Offering a wide variety of food choices. Specializing in Smoked Meats, Southern Barbecue and Comfort Sides. Second, Private and Corporate parties & events Third, we do retail Food Truck Service like you see on TV. We are the only authentic wood only smoked BBQ truck in the Western Suburbs of Chicago. We are SLOW FOOD - doing things the old fashion way - by slowing it all down - because “flavor doesn’t happen in a hurry”!
In the spring of 2011, I was in the midst of a personal and family dilemma. I went away for a bit, got some great advice, plus a lot of counseling. The message was simple: Dave, you need to “Change Everything”. And that’s just what I decided to do.
With the help and support of my family, Larry Hopper (Hoppers BBQ), Geno Hernandez (Batavia Diner), and so many dear friends - I pulled the Truck & Trailer out of storage. Started experimenting with lots of recipes, smoking techniques, wood combinations and a Customer first business model based on the “Customers Budget not Mine”
We launched full time in March of 2012, with the motto “All about Attraction - Not Promotion”. Focusing on Offering great service - A limited customer driven menu - Fresh - On Time - Cleanliness - and Passion.
I was told when all else fails, to “Be of Service”, and the rest will take care of itself. We have been attempting to do that, one day at a time, everyday since. It is working, so I will not argue with the reviews, customers, and new friends we have made. Thank you all.
The Rig you see was built in 1999. The “Big Red Wagon” has been in and around the Tri Cities since the spring of 2000. So, I like to think of us as the “Original”. We were a local Food Truck before it was Cool!
Thank you for allowing us to be a small part of your lives. We are grateful.
Nothing I do in life is more important than being of service to those that are caught up in the grip of Alcoholism. If there is someone in your life that is struggling with addiction please don't hesitate to call me. If I can't help I can refer you to folks who can.
It is so important to realize, that you, the family member are in the midst of it too. “The Family, Now, During, & After" are in need support & recovery also. My passion is for you! sometimes more than the addict or alcoholic.
If I can be of service, a sounding board, voice of reason then please do reach out. We can’t do this on our own.