Tom Jackson

Staff Chef

Chef Tom Jackson is a Kansas native, born and raised in Wichita. In 2008 he and his wife moved to Portland, Oregon where he attended Oregon Culinary Institute. Tom studied both general culinary skills as well as baking and pastry while working as a cook in a variety of restaurants. After graduating from Oregon Culinary Institute he began working as a bread baker and pastry chef at the renowned Ken’s Artisan Bakery in Northwest Portland. He spent more than four years honing his skills under James Beard Award-winning chef and owner Ken Forkish.

In that time he and his wife had their first child, and the draw of home and family grew stronger. Longtime friends of the Cary family, owners of All Things Barbecue, they returned to Kansas to help All Things Barbecue continue to excel in their cooking classes. Tom has been developing recipes and teaching cooking techniques at All Things Barbecue since March 2014.

Cherry and Pineapple Dump Cake

By Tom Jackson
Apr 12, 2013

Pineapples and cherries come together in this recipe to create a sweet and savory dessert that is guaranteed to please!

Posted in Recipes, Desserts, Breads/Baking and Easter

Salt Baked Potato

By Tom Jackson
Apr 6, 2013

Try this recipe for a delicious, new way to create a classic baked potato with a savory rosemary butter sauce!

Posted in Recipes, Sides and Veggies

The Classic Chicago Dog

By Tom Jackson
Mar 27, 2013

The Chicago Style Hot Dog is an untouchable favorite with its abundance of fresh and delicious ingredients. This recipe is sure to please all hot dog lovers!

Posted in Recipes and Hot Dogs

How to Cure Bacon at Home

By Tom Jackson
Mar 15, 2013

In this video we will walk you through curing bacon at home. Once you taste homemade bacon, you will never want store-bought again!

Posted in Recipes, Pork and Meal Prep

Perfect Baked Beans

By Tom Jackson
Mar 1, 2013

Beans, beans- the magical fruit; the more you eat, the more you…well, you get the point. Try this great recipe at a cookout or on a chilly night at home!

Posted in Recipes, Sides and Veggies

Perfect Pork Meatballs

By Tom Jackson
Feb 13, 2013

These made from scratch pork meatballs are a backyard favorite.

Posted in Recipes, Appetizers, Sides, Pork and Super Bowl Recipes

Pulled Pork Pancakes with Jack Daniels Reduction Sauce

By Tom Jackson
Feb 7, 2013

Who would have thought pancakes, whiskey, and pulled pork would go so well together? Try this recipe for a new way to enjoy your favorite breakfast food!

Posted in Recipes, Pork and Pulled Pork

Atomic Chicken

By Tom Jackson
Jan 31, 2013

Here is an easy grilled chicken recipe using the award-winning Firebug Grilling Sauce and the staff favorite Cattleman’s Grill 8 Second ride. This wet-grill method keeps the chicken juicy and tender.

Posted in Recipes, Entrées, Chicken, Super Bowl Recipes and Poultry