Read recap of ‘BBQ High’ episode four
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Episode four of ’s TV series “BBQ High” was all about decisions for Martin High School senior Marc Fadel.
While celebrating his two-year anniversary with his girlfriend Francesca, Fadel reveals his decision to pursue a career in construction management while keeping culinary as a side hustle.
“Construction is very steady, culinary is a gamble,” Fadel said. “You’re going to have to make tough decisions in life. Ultimately, I am doing what’s right so that I can live up to my potential.”
Despite his commitment to construction, Fadel continues to pursue his dream of owning a restaurant and works to launch .
With a vision of creating a fusion of Lebanese and barbecue cuisine, Fadel hosted a tasting event for family and friends right in his backyard.
“It feels great to have this community with me,” Fadel said. “I have a family that is always there for me. Anytime I need something, they’ll be there. And at the same time, outside of family, I have these wonderful friends with me.”
His teammates from the Smokin’ Ferrets came out to prepare tabouli, mac and cheese, hummus and all the Texas meats.
“Lebanese flavors are important for me because I grew up eating that,” Fadel said. “It’s underrated honestly.”
With a logo secured and menu design underway, Fadel is one step closer to making his dream come true.
“It’s one of those things where I feel like without the love of all of these people, I wouldn’t be able to do anything,” Fadel said. “They let me fly.”
But the school year isn’t over yet, and the state championship is only five weeks away.
“If I was to win state, my side hustle it goes high, it jumps,” Fadel said. “Serving somebody ‘hey here are my ribs’ versus ‘hey here are my ribs that are first place in the state of Texas,’ now we got something coming up.”
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