Corn on the cob is probably one of the first side dishes that crosses your mind when you’re thinking about barbecue. It goes great with just about anything you can throw on the grill; hot dogs, burgers, steak and everything in between. Plus it’s really easy to cook and the taste is extremely versatile! Today,…
Archives for January 2017
Tools of the BBQ Trade
Grilling is a fantastic (and incredibly tasty) hobby which, requires the proper tools. No matter what ceramic grill you’re using, there are some basics that everyone needs in order to get started, and as you work towards becoming a grill master, you’ll likely find different tools that you prefer. However, everyone should start with…
A Regional Guide to Barbecue Sauce
I recently learned that barbecue sauces are native to America, and what’s really interesting about that is the insane variety of sauces we have. Most of the population probably thinks that barbecue sauce is just a brownish/reddish sauce bottle you find near the ketchup and mustard, but in reality each region of the United States that…
Replacing Bands and Hinges
Note: This post is part of the “Kamado 101 – The Definitive Guide to Amazing Barbecue” series, in which I cover everything from the foundational aspects of Kamado cooking all the way through advanced concepts designed to transform you into a backyard barbecue pit master. View the entire series here. There are a lot of maintenance things to keep in…
7 Common Grilling Mistakes to Avoid
There is a pretty steep learning curve when you’re cooking with a Kamado for the first time. While these grills are incredibly versatile, they are also very different from gas and other kinds of grills. If you are a new to Kamado grills, here are seven common newbie mistakes to avoid. 1. Using poor quality…