Chigger Willard reflects on barbecue with dad and the barbecue chicken beginnings that his father sparked by passing along passions for live-fire cooking, food, vegetable gardening and so much more. Chigger offers a short recap of their last meal together from The Crazy Pig in Davidson. Find out about the food, the local business ownership, and the construction challenges preventing patrons from visiting downtown Davidson businesses like The Crazy Pig. Don’t miss Chigger’s tribute to the life of his father, Albert Willard, 84, who dedicated himself to serving his God, providing for his family, and achieving a positive impact in the world around him.

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