Today we’d like to introduce you to Jeremy Spivey.
Hi Jeremy, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today.
I grew up around BBQ with my dad hosting an annual event for friends and family where he would sever up to 300 friends and family with pit-smoked pulled pork. Overnight cooks and the sharing of his passion of serving others inspired me to make BBQ a central part of my life.
As I started a family of my own, the passion for BBQ grew. Using a home-built smoker, I started experimenting with rubs and flavors. I found a seasoning recipe that I started to tune to be my own personal signature blend – my Spivey-Q Original BBQ rub.
As I practiced making pulled pork and pork ribs for my family, my friends and co-workers wanted to get some of that Smoked Goodness. I started catering small events at work and becoming known for my hickory-smoked flavor.
After moving several times and building a new “fan base” in Dallas, I started experimenting with new flavors. It became obvious that the hungry public was interested in my BBQ rubs, so with the encouragement of my VERY supportive wife, Christy, we started attending weekend markets around the Dallas area.
Starting in March of 2023, we’ve participated in about 20 markets, offering four distinct BBQ rub flavors, a taco seasoning, and 8 different flavors of smoked crackers.
This new hobby empowers us to keep busy on the weekends, work around our busy career schedules, meet new people, and bring some interesting and new products to the DFW market community.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall, and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It’s been relatively smooth; however, initially, finding new weekend markets was a new skill I needed to work on. Through friends and other vendors, I have been successful in finding dates and market organizers who are very supportive of our business.
Early on, I was rejected from vending at a market close to home. I felt dejected and like my preparation was for nothing. However, once I got my first acceptance, it’s been all good!
As you know, we’re big fans of Spivey-Q, LLC. For our readers who might not be as familiar, what can you tell them about the brand?
Spivey-Q is a BBQ rubs and seasonings cottage producer. Using all-natural ingredients and eco-friendly packaging, five different seasonings are available. In addition, we’ve recently started seasoning and smoking crackers – these are smoked on a BBQ pit over hickory wood to give an authentic BBQ flavor and a unique product to include on any party platter, snack tray, or charcuterie board.
Create delicious and award-winning BBQ with our mouth-watering BBQ rubs. Whether you want to craft your own backyard BBQ experience by smoking or grilling beef, pork, chicken, or fish, or roast veggies in the oven or air fryer, this is the seasoning you’ll want to try!
Classic BBQ Rub: This is the go-to “do all” seasoning for your next BBQ. It goes on EVERYTHING. Try it, we think you’ll like it. Based in raw cane sugar and our secret blend of seasonings, you can smoke a rack of ribs or grill chicken thighs to sweet deliciousness!
Original BBQ Rub: The one that started it all! The “OG” rub brings an extra layer of sweetness with brown sugar as the base. You get more caramelization and depth of sweetness with this old-school favorite.
Jittery Jones BBQ Rub: Chocolate and coffee are a classic combination. We took these ingredients and added them to the Classic recipe to create a smooth blend that goes great on a steak or a rack of ribs.
Cajun Sunrise BBQ Rub: We took the Classic recipe to Louisiana. With cayenne pepper and espresso-ground coffee, this rub provides just the right amount of kick to brighten up your feast.
Tacos and More Taco Seasoning: If you want straight-up delicious tacos, whether it’s beef, chicken, or turkey. Using home-grown oregano and all-natural ingredients, spice up your Taco Tuesday with this favorite.
Smoked Cracker flavors: These use a combination of the above seasonings with other secret ingredients to deliver a smoky and savory snack!
Classic Smoked BBQ Crackers (Saltines)
Jittery Jones Smoked BBQ Crackers (Saltines)
Cajun Sunrise Smoked BBQ Crackers (Saltines)
Taco Smoked BBQ Crackers (Saltines)
Smokin’ Hot Habanero Smoked BBQ Crackers (Saltines)
Parmesan Garlic Smoked BBQ Crackers (Saltines)
Tangy Smoked BBQ Crackers (Saltines)
Cheese Smoked BBQ Crackers (Cheez-Its)
Can you share something surprising about yourself?
My wife and I both grew up in Georgia, and our son was born there. We spent six years in Minnesota before relocating to Dallas 11 years ago. We take our BBQ wherever we go to share with our new friends!
Pricing:
- Rubs/seasonings are $8 per package
- Crackers are $6 per bag
- Bundle pricing is avaialble
- We will take custom orders
Contact Info:
- Website: https://spivey-q.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiveyq_bbq/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpiveyQ
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/Spivey_Q
