Van Sykes, one of the legends of Alabama barbecue, has just published a new book about the history of Bob Sykes Bar-B-Q.
Van Sykes carries on the family tradition at Bob Sykes Bar-B-Q, which goes back to when his father and mother, Bob and Maxine Sykes, opened their first restaurant in 1957.Van Sykes, one of the legends of Alabama barbecue, has just published a new book about the history of Bob Sykes Bar-B-Q, the venerable Bessemer barbecue joint founded by his late father and mother.in Bessemer’s DeBardeleben Park from noon to 8 p.m. this Saturday, April 30.
“We started serving sandwiches, burgers, a small selection of meats and vegetables, and ice cream,” Maxine said. “We were also known for having good coffee. Bob and I both loved coffee and wanted to serve the best coffee in our new place.” “Mom had some really tough decisions to make,” Van said. “Some friends and family members suggested she close the stores, declare bankruptcy, and get out of the business. But Mom had grown up during the time of the Great Depression. She and my dad had known hard times and weathered difficult circumstances. She was not one to quit.”After three years in the Air Force, Van Sykes came back home in 1976 to help his mom run the business, working the night shift at the Bessemer location.
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