Paula Stachrya - Queen of The Grill

Paula Stachrya - Queen of The Grill

From BBQ Nation by JT and LeeAnn Whippen

April 18, 2026 · 42 min

About this episode

The episode features Paula Stashira discussing her book on chicken wing recipes and her journey in the culinary world.

This podcast episode features an engaging discussion with Paula Stashira, the author of the newly released book, "Wing Crush," which presents an impressive collection of 100 chicken wing recipes. We delve into the origins of her culinary passion, particularly her journey of transforming her love for chicken wings into a popular social media phenomenon. Throughout our conversation, we explore the nuances of wing preparation, cooking techniques, and the significance of ingredient selection, particularly concerning flavor profiles and heat levels. Stashira shares her insights on the importance of utilizing quality wings and the creative process behind her recipes that cater to diverse palates. The episode serves not only as a celebration of wings but also as a testament to the art of grilling and the communal joy it brings to gatherings. Links referenced in this episode: paintedhillsnaturalbeef.com oregondungeness.org heritagesteel.us barbecuenationjt.com queenofgrill.com Companies mentioned in this episode: Painted Hills Natural Beef Weber Sobeys Pit Boss Louisiana Grills Heritage Steel This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

People in this episode

Hosts: JT, LeeAnn Whippen

Guest: Paula Stashira

Topics covered

  • chicken wings
  • grilling techniques
  • cooking recipes
  • culinary passion
  • social media
  • ingredient selection

Keywords

  • chicken wings
  • grilling
  • recipes
  • cooking techniques
  • social media

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Painted Hills Natural Beef, Weber, Sobeys, Pit Boss, Louisiana Grills, Heritage Steel

Books & works: Wing Crush

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