Once upon a time in the heart of the South, a passionate young boy named Edward Paul King Jr. was washing dishes in his dad’s restaurant, standing on Coca Cola crates so he could reach the sink. Ed was about six or seven years old when he was finally old enough to help in the family business. He has been working in restaurants ever since. His sister was basically born at their family restaurant, and the family literally lived at the restaurant. Ed’s father, Edward P. King Sr, served in both Korea and WWII and was a mess cook who had quite a following in the Army. Good food being served even in the Army -- a testament to a great chef!
Young Ed Jr. took to the calling of being a restauranteur like a duck to water, running the restaurant so well that his dad was able to open a second location. Ultimately Ed opened his own restaurant, Ed’s Family Restaurant on Depot St, in Angier North Carolina, serving BBQ chicken with a sauce that he tirelessly tweaked and perfected over his fifty years in the restaurant business.
When people began asking for a to-go portion of his sauce and the crowds began to overflow on BBQ Chicken Tuesdays, Ed finally saw that his sauce, made with patience, love and a family heritage, was something special. Everybody wanted some. At long last, it is now available for you to purchase.
Ed’s BarBQ sauce already has a devoted following, not just for its exceptional taste, but for the story behind it. Every bottle carries the essence of Ed’s Family Restaurant, reminding people of family gatherings, the laughter of friends, and the love poured into every batch.
To this day, Ed remains committed to quality and authenticity. He personally selects each ingredient, ensuring only the finest flavors make it into the bottle. Ed’s BarBQ Sauce isn't just a BBQ sauce -- it's a taste of Southern tradition, a reminder of good times shared with loved ones, and a testament to the passion that goes into every bottle.
So whether you're a backyard griller, a seasoned pitmaster, or someone looking to elevate their culinary experience, let ED’s be the secret ingredient that transforms every meal into a celebration. Because, after all, behind every great BBQ sauce is a story, and Ed’s story is one of flavor, friendship, and the love of good food. We'll keep you updated on locations to purchase, but in the meantime, grab a bottle while you're in the restaurant and give it a try.
