For the media.
Press Kit
Everything a journalist, producer, or podcaster needs to tell the Southern Luv story — and who to call to get it.
Media contact
Interviews, samples, filming on site, or a rush quote — reach us directly. We respond to most requests within one business day.
Announcements live in LUV News
Every press release, podcast episode, radio appearance, and company update is published in our newsroom — and syndicated by RSS.
- Press Release Southern Luv BBQ Is Coming to Davie, Bringing Pecan-Smoked Barbecue to Broward County
- Press Release Southern Luv BBQ Unveils Rapid Franchise Expansion Across Florida
- Coverage · St. Pete Rising St. Pete Rising: Southern Luv BBQ Expanding to Downtown St. Pete
- Press Release Southern Luv BBQ Coming to St. Pete's EDGE District, With 13 Florida Locations Committed
- Press Release Southern Luv BBQ Awards First Multi-Unit Development Package in Tampa Bay
Fact Sheet
- Founded by
- Chef Essi Tadrus
- Concept
- Fast-casual Southern barbecue
- Flagship
- 8019 Citrus Park Drive, Tampa, FL 33624
- Signature method
- Twelve-hour pecan-wood smoking
- Google rating
- 4.8 stars · 860 reviews
- Franchising
- Southern Luv BBQ Franchising — Florida-wide
Story Ideas
- Twelve-hour pecan-wood smoking process — from raw brisket to plate
- The Award-Winning Cuban: how a Tampa staple meets southern BBQ
- The United Nations of Barbecue — one sandwich per BBQ region of the country
- Catering Tampa Bay — corporate and private event highlights
- Franchise expansion — what makes the model work
- House-made beef jerky operation
Brand Assets
High-resolution logo, food photography, storefront shots, and founder bio are available on request. Mention “press kit” in your email and we'll send a download link the same day.
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