If the people of Kansas City know one thing better than all things, we know barbecue. And our barbecue is on display this weekend loud and proud! online photo, source unknown This weekend, The American Royal kicked off with it's American Royal Barbecue. Located in Kansas City's west-bottoms you will find amateur and professional smokers rule this weekend. I feel almost un-Kansas Citian to tell you all that I have never been to the Royal before. Some girlfriends and I were planning a GNO (that would be what they call a girls night out for those of you like me, who never get out). Instead of kicking up our heels at a local 80's dancing club, we were offered free tickets to the Royal and one of the many private parties going on. You say free food and free drinks. We say YES!! What can I tell you about this event? 1. Well, it is HUGE! According to the American Royal's official website there are over 500 teams who compete in this bbq even...