The Gibson

A Contemporary BBQ Experience

This gift contains a wonderful canvas and leather apron, a long-handled high quality basting brush, and most importantly a BBQ-game-changing white sauce as used by ‘Big’ Bob Gibson himself. Now, Bob Gibson was a railway worker who began cooking in his backyard in the mid-1920s. The whole, split chickens that Bob roasted called for something special to keep them moist. So Big Bob combined vinegar, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and a touch of lemon juice. 

Today, Lillie’s Q is a Chicago-based restaurant and barbecue sauce company that was founded by Chef Charlie McKenna. Chef McKenna draws inspiration from his Southern roots, family recipes, and the pioneering work of grillers like Bob Gibson. Charlie is passionate about preserving the art of traditional barbecue while adding his own modern twists. With a commitment to quality and authenticity, Lillie’s Q has become a beloved fixture in the Chicago food scene and beyond.

Not only is this gift as American as apple pie, every time your customer puts on that hard-wearing apron, reaches for that basting brush, or enjoys a tasty meal complimented by Lillie’s White Sauce, they will be reminded of your thoughtfulness and what great service you gave them.