Real Low, Real Slow Barbecue in Shediac, NB

Real Texas-Style BBQ

The offset smoker’s a curious thing. Feed it wood, give it time, and somehow, through a logic that’s closer to magic, something unremarkable becomes something extraordinary.

At Morse et Marteaux, this ancient, wonderfully stubborn device sits at the centre of everything we do. Meats disappear into its smoky depths and emerge utterly transformed. The flavors? Layered, complex, and frankly a little hard to explain. We’ve stopped trying. We just serve it. READ OUR STORY

1000-Gallon Wood-Fired Smokers

Texas-Sized Fire-Breathing Dragons

At the heart of the Morse et Marteaux experience is our dedication to the traditional art of smoking meats, central to which is the offset smoker. This classic apparatus, revered among barbecue aficionados, epitomizes the essence of authentic, wood-fired cooking. The wood fire in the offset firebox gently cooks the food in the large upper chamber, infusing it with a distinctive smoky flavor.Our commitment to this time-honored technique is reflected in every succulent bite of our meticulously prepared dishes.

The magic of the offset smoker lies in its ‘low-and-slow’ approach, a method that demands patience and precision. We meticulously maintain low temperatures over extended periods, allowing heat and smoke to envelop the meat gently. This process, sometimes spanning a full day, ensures that the meats (and veggies) gradually absorb the smoky aromas, resulting in a complexity of flavor that cannot be rushed or mimicked.

At Morse et Marteaux, we believe that great barbecue isn’t just about the food; it’s about honoring a culinary tradition that elevates the dining experience to an art form.

Our Morse et Marteaux BBQ Smokehouses is part of Shediac Wonderland, a collection of story-driven houses founded by Sébastien Després and Heather Wright. Le Moque-Tortue (our board game bistro), Le Griffon (bed & breakfast), The Neptune (our Drive-In Theatre), Adorable Chocolat (our artisanal chocolaterie), Bazar Neptune (Friday’s sunset market), Witzend Tours & Adventures (concierge kiosk at the Homarus Centre; escape rooms reopening this winter), and the Shediac Renaissance Faire: each one a chapter of a larger story about what happens when a community decides to take play seriously.

Morse et Marteaux BBQ is the chapter where the Walrus and the Carpenter finally agree on something: low, slow, and worth every minute of the wait.

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