I’m a self-professed charcoal grilling and barbecue enthusiast and it seems like I have always owned a Weber Smokey Joe grill. In fact, recently I bought a brand new model because I really had to have the latest and greatest. I love the size of this … [Read More...]
Featured Articles
A Weber Smokey Joe Grill is a Small Grill that Cooks Big
For as long as I can remember I’ve owned a Weber Smokey Joe grill. I bought my first one about 20 years ago and just last year I had to replace it. The connection where the legs attached to the bottom kettle bowl simply rusted out over time.I … [Read More...]
A Brinkmann Smoker that will Drastically Step up your BBQ Game
(7/21/2019 Update to article) - The Brinkmann Trailmaster Limited Edition may not be available any longer. This Oklahoma Joe Longhorn Offset Smoker is, from what I can tell, the exact same smoker with the same features. I decided to step up my own … [Read More...]
A Weber Gourmet Sear Grate will help you Grill like a Pro
I’ve been using Weber grills for years but one of my pet peeves has been that I simply can’t get my kettle grills hot enough to get a nice sear on my steaks, pork chops, or seafood. Until now… (Don't miss my youTube Video below!)I just used my … [Read More...]
The Best Jet Torch Butane Gas Lighter Review
As an avid grilling and smoking (as in meats) enthusiast, lighting a chimney starter is an important and vital aspect of my hobby. I purchased a Zippo Lighter that I wrote about in this article, but after about six months the burner stopped working … [Read More...]
A Charcoal Grill Mat is a Smart Addition to your Grilling Arsenal
A charcoal grill mat is an important and necessary addition to your grilling arsenal especially if you use your charcoal grill on a wooden deck. I have a number of Weber grills and a Brinkmann Trailmaster Offset Smoker that I use on my wooden … [Read More...]
Charcoal Grill Accessories you must have in your Grilling Arsenal
I love to hunt for the perfect charcoal grill accessories because charcoal grilling is almost like a religious experience for me. I left my propane grill to rust in the corner of my back deck years ago. I use it now for a storage container for some … [Read More...]
Thermapen Mk4 Instant Read Thermometer Review
The world of digital thermometers is vast and the options are endless. I decided to review a known commodity that was rated #1 thermometer by America’s Test Kitchen. It’s called the Thermapen Mk4 Instant Read Thermometer.In the world of grilling … [Read More...]
Tips and Techniques
Cooking with Charcoal – Some Basic Techniques
There are many weekend backyard grillers who strictly use their propane grills as their appliance of choice when it comes to grilling. A propane grill is simple, fast, and the results are adequate. But if you want to make the experience of barbecue … [Read More...]
When is the Best Time to Clean a Grill Grate?
I do my best to try to include as many grilling tips as possible on this website. I recently received a question from a reader who asked:When is the Best Time to Clean a Grill Grate?Well, I think there is a simple answer to this question but … [Read More...]
Do I Need a BBQ Sauce Mop and Bucket?
I recently received an email from a reader who asked the question seen in the title above. Well, I’ve been a fan of Steven Raichlen, barbecue guru, for some time now.My wife and I watch two of his shows; Primal Grill and Barbecue University, … [Read More...]
Can I Grill with Used Charcoal Briquettes to Save Money?
I have received a number of questions from readers of this website about whether or not they can grill with used charcoal briquettes to save some money. Well, to be totally honest, the answer is YES!In this day and age, being able to conserve on … [Read More...]
Can I use my Charcoal Grill on a Wooden Deck?
I received an email from one of my readers recently and he was wondering about the safety of using a charcoal grill on a wooden deck.Well, to be honest, apart from my water smoker which is also fired by charcoal, I always use my charcoal grills … [Read More...]
How to Light a Charcoal Grill with a Chimney Starter
After people hear about using a charcoal chimney starter, they often are a little puzzled about how to light a charcoal grill with a chimney starter.One of my readers sent me an email asking me how to use the chimney starter that they just … [Read More...]
How to Make your own Smoking Chips
Do you know how to make your own smoking chips? Well, when it comes to anything in life I try to save money. I also love to do DIY projects specifically when it pertains to anything related to wood. So, when I recently saw that my local apple … [Read More...]
How to Grill a Whole Fish Fillet on a Weber Grill
I’ve had a number of questions from readers on how to cook a whole fish fillet on a Weber grill. Maybe it’s because people are always looking for healthier ways to eat and fish certainly fits that bill. I can certainly tell you one thing - a Weber … [Read More...]
Latest Articles
How to Barbecue a Whole Chicken on a Weber Grill
When I am barbecuing, it’s almost a magical experience. Just to see the transformation of whatever you are cooking from beginning to end is a wondrous sight to behold.I don’t even own a gas grill anymore as I recently brought the old one that … [Read More...]
Grill on the Run with the Weber Smokey Joe Bag
I’m a self-professed charcoal grilling and barbecue enthusiast and it seems like I have always owned a Weber Smokey Joe grill. In fact, recently I bought a brand new model because I really had to have the latest and greatest. I love the size of this … [Read More...]
Charcoal Grill Accessories you must have in your Grilling Arsenal
I love to hunt for the perfect charcoal grill accessories because charcoal grilling is almost like a religious experience for me. I left my propane grill to rust in the corner of my back deck years ago. I use it now for a storage container for some … [Read More...]
When is the Best Time to Clean a Grill Grate?
I do my best to try to include as many grilling tips as possible on this website. I recently received a question from a reader who asked:When is the Best Time to Clean a Grill Grate?Well, I think there is a simple answer to this question but … [Read More...]
Thermapen Mk4 Instant Read Thermometer Review
The world of digital thermometers is vast and the options are endless. I decided to review a known commodity that was rated #1 thermometer by America’s Test Kitchen. It’s called the Thermapen Mk4 Instant Read Thermometer.In the world of grilling … [Read More...]
Weber Lighter Cubes – A Review
If you love charcoal grilling, as I do, you already own a chimney starter of some type. I have a Weber Rapidfire Chimney Starter and I use it every time I grill.I tend to scope out as many different charcoal grilling accessories that I can find … [Read More...]
The Best Jet Torch Butane Gas Lighter Review
As an avid grilling and smoking (as in meats) enthusiast, lighting a chimney starter is an important and vital aspect of my hobby. I purchased a Zippo Lighter that I wrote about in this article, but after about six months the burner stopped working … [Read More...]
How to Grill a Whole Fish Fillet on a Weber Grill
I’ve had a number of questions from readers on how to cook a whole fish fillet on a Weber grill. Maybe it’s because people are always looking for healthier ways to eat and fish certainly fits that bill. I can certainly tell you one thing - a Weber … [Read More...]
Best of Barbecue Sauce Mop and Bucket – A Review
I’ve received a lot of questions on this website about the need of a Sauce Mop and Bucket when it comes to barbecue and my answer is always the same.You don’t really need one because you could use other tools to baste your barbecued meats, fish, … [Read More...]
A Weber Charcoal Grill Rake will keep you Safe from the Fire
Have you ever heard of a Weber Grill Rake? Well, this charcoal grill accessory is just another in a long line of products that Weber has developed over the years to make our grilling lives a lot easier. I recently saw this grilling accessory online … [Read More...]
Smoking a Pork Shoulder on a BBQ Sunday
Smoking a pork shoulder is one of my most enjoyable experiences. Actually smoking anything on my Brinkmann Trailmaster is always a memorable way to spend a day.I tend to use my smoker on weekends because I am a full-time employee during the week. … [Read More...]