Spring is itching to get here and you’re gearing up for the grilling season. That’s right – barbecue, warm weather, a beer in one hand and tongs in the other, and you’re surrounded by family and friends. But grilling isn’t just about cooking delicious food for everyone. It’s an art…

In an earlier post, we talked about the importance of dry rubs and experimenting to find the perfect one for you. Dry rubs pull moisture out of the meat.  This is a great way to cure your meat.  You can also use rubs that contain sugar as a way to…

These pits are very similar to horizontal smoking chambers.  If you aren’t familiar with either type of pit, refer back to last week’s blog on pits with offset fireboxes and horizontal smoking chambers. Pros: The advantages are very similar here, but vertical smokers allow you to stack shelf after shelf,…

Pits with offset fireboxes are also known as offset smokers or “barrel” smokers.  The nickname “barrel,” comes from its shape. These puppies have two beer can-shaped chambers; the larger chamber is the cooking chamber and the smaller chamber is the firebox. The are two ways to use this popular smoker.…

Marinades give your meat that little somethin’ that you just wouldn’t be able to get without it. They enhance the natural flavor of the meat and can help lock in the meat’s natural juices while keeping it moist – which prevents it from sticking to the grill. But, there are…