1.   According to the Restaurant Consulting Group of Evanston, Ill., the number of higher-end dining establishments serving ribs is growing.

2.   In Memphis, Tenn., the ribs are often served without a sauce in order to appreciate the flavor of the meat and the dry seasonings.

3.   Memphis is known to serve its ribs dry, which means the meat is coated with a dry rub, cooked until crispy and served without sauce.

4.   Serve the ribs with the sauce on the side.

5.   Serve ribs with Honey Mustard Dip.

6.   The New Coliseum served ribs.

7.   When the meat is tender, serve the ribs with cooked rice or egg noodles.

8.   The ribs are served with deepfried mantou or buns.