Salty, The Lucky Pig BBQ mascot, holding a basting brush and a bowl of BBQ sauce
Artisan BBQ Catering
Southern NH, the Merrimack Valley & Greater Boston

Low & Slow.
High
Standards.

From intimate corporate dinners to landmark celebrations and community pop-ups — we bring the art of live-fire cooking to your table, crafted with precision, served with appreciation.

Weddings✦ Corporate Events✦ Pop-Up Events✦ Rehearsal Dinners✦ Backyard Celebrations✦ Game Day Cookouts✦ Holiday Parties✦ Private Dining✦ Weddings✦ Corporate Events✦ Pop-Up Events✦ Rehearsal Dinners✦ Backyard Celebrations✦ Game Day Cookouts✦ Holiday Parties✦ Private Dining✦
Our Philosophy

Where smoke meets craft,
and craft becomes tradition.

Ashley and Fred's shared obsession with live-fire cooking isn't a hobby — it's a discipline. Since 2023, every rub, every wood selection, every temperature curve has been refined in pursuit of one thing: the perfect bite.

We honor the classics while pioneering new flavor territory. Whether we're catering your private event or firing up at a community pop-up, the same care and intention go into every single plate.

Read Our Story
Fred and Ashley in Lucky Pig BBQ shirts at an event
Slow-smoked · Live fire
What We Offer

Catering & Events, Crafted for Every Occasion

01
Full-Service Catering

End-to-end event catering with setup, service, and breakdown. We handle everything from the first smoke to the last plate, so you can be fully present for your guests.

02
Drop-Off & Buffet

Premium BBQ delivered hot and ready. Ideal for office gatherings, backyard parties, and events where self-service sets the tone — always packaged with care.

03
Pop-Up Events

Find us at community markets, breweries, and local venues. Our pop-ups bring craft BBQ to the neighborhood — follow our schedule and come hungry.

04
Custom Menus

No event is the same. We collaborate to design a bespoke menu — marrying your vision with our craft for a dining experience that's entirely your own.

"Barbeque is an experience that goes beyond taste — it's about creating memories and moments."

— Melissa Cookston

How It Works

01
Consult

We start with a conversation about your vision, guest count, dietary needs, and event details. Every great meal begins with listening.

02
Curate

We build a custom menu around your event — selecting proteins, sides, and seasonal accompaniments that tell your story through flavor.

03
Craft

Your order goes into the smoker hours before service. Low and slow, with intention — because excellence cannot be rushed.

04
Celebrate

We arrive, set up, and serve — leaving you free to enjoy every moment with your guests. The kitchen is ours. The memory is yours.

Ready to Book
Your Event?

Reach out and let's start planning something unforgettable.
We typically respond within 24 hours.

Based In
Southern New Hampshire
Serving
Southern NH, the Merrimack Valley & Greater Boston And beyond — just ask