For the DIY enthusiast who loves beautiful outdoor grilling, building your own large charcoal grill could be the ideal next home project. While buying a pre-built grill might be the way to go, there’s a lot to be said for a DIY setup. Unlike traditional store-bought steel designs, a brick charcoal grill will last … Read more
Ready for your next cooking competition with your flashy new grilling equipment? Before you start, clean and prepare it properly. Learn how to season a new grill with my guide. You may have heard of “spicing up” or “restoring” a grill or smoker. This is a really important step that needs to be done … Read more
Clean and maintain your garden kitchen properly with our step-by-step guide. From cleaning to maintenance repairs, learn how to optimize your propane grill. Few things are as annoying as a gas grill mitt breaking mid-season. It can completely derail the grilling season for you and can even mean weeks, maybe months, until you’re back … Read more
Beef tenderloin is a large, lean cut of meat perfect for grilling. From round roasts to tender steaks, find out how to cook and cook this delicious prime beef steak. Beef Round is a prime cut of beef and is another name for fillet of beef. It comes from the “round” region of a … Read more
Nothing says camping adventures like al fresco cooking. From cast-iron skillets to portable ice chests, YOU can get the most out of your campfire cooking with these eight essentials. Cooking gear is one of the first things I pack for an outdoor adventure. Forget the tent, the boots, the insect repellent: what matters to … Read more
Pastrami was originally a means of preserving meat, but is now used as a meat companion in its own right. Perfect in sandwiches or even served on its own, it’s one of the best ways to enjoy a flat brisket. Find out everything you need to know with our smoked pastrami recipe. What is … Read more
Smoked Beef Tri-Tip will soon be your new favorite BBQ steak. grilled regularly, preparing it in the backyard smoker results in an unparalleled piece of flavorful and tender smoked meat. Learn how to prepare brine dry and smoke tri-tip with our BBQ guide and recipe. Tri-Tip is one of the most tender and flavorful … Read more
Hickory is the classic wood grill. Its strong, nutty flavor is the perfect accompaniment to smoked brisket, pork loin, or beef chuck. Find out how YOU can use hickory smoker wood for your backyard grill. Every barbecue enthusiast knows that choosing the right material for smoking meat is crucial. Certain woods burn longer than … Read more
Spices protect your smoker from damage and rust. Read my step-by-step guide on how to flavor your new vertical smoker. If you’re lucky enough to have a new vertical BBQ smoker and it’s itching to get started, just wait a second – seasoning and cleaning is the most important step in the prep … Read more
The best way to clean your Kamado Joe kitchen. Maintain your cooking grates, deflectors and more with our complete maintenance guide. All grills require regular cleaning and maintenance to ensure they are performing properly and your Kamado grill is no different. With proper care, you can ensure your ceramic kamado grill performs like new … Read more