Best ribs ever, we're so lucky to have this on our doorstep on the Fylde coast

“We’re so lucky.”

Andrew Snowden, the MP for Fylde, has paid tribute to a local restaurant in Kirkham, calling the food at the well-known establishment ‘the real deal’.

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Fylde MP Andrew Snowden at Henry's Smokehouse | Andrew Snowden MP

Sharing an update on his Facebook profile, the Conservative MP posted a picture of himself in Henry’s Smokehouse in Kirkham, captioning the image: “Ribs, brisket and catch with a good old friend tonight.

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“We are so lucky to have genuine smokehouse (Henry's Smokehouse) on our doorstep,” he added. “If you love BBQ and smoked meats, this is the real deal.

“Thanks to Emily for being such a welcoming and friendly host as well.”

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Fylde MP Andrew Snowden with pitmaster Lee Hughes at Henry's Smokehouse | Andrew Snowden MP

Going one step further to get a bit of insight into the culinary craft which goes into preparing, cooking, and dishing up authentic Texas-style barbeque, Andrew Snowden MP shared a second photo of him helping pit-master Lee Hughes at the smoker where the meat is cooked

“Behind the scenes,” the MP wrote. “This genuinely is the real deal, look at this dedication and craft.”

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