Well, I may be new to the area, but it seems like a hot-luck is a good way to meet folks (besides, we've done this once before). SO, my wife and are more than happy to host a hot-luck here in Austin, Texas. We've got a smoker, a nascent garden, a big deck and the willingness to go at it. I was thinking sometime in April. How about it? If you're interested, email me and we can work out the best date -- which I'll post. David Cook