Practical advice to help you master fire for heating, camping, cooking and more!
These days, it seems like nearly everyone is looking to buy a top-of-the-line pellet grill. But are pellet grills actually able to do justice on those pricey steaks? If you have bought one recently, you likely are very interested in knowing the answer. You can absolutely grill steaks on a […]
Backyard barbecues shouldn’t be stressful but that is precisely what happens when you need to cook more food than your grill can handle. Nobody likes lining up at the grill to be served burgers one at a time. The pains of having too small a grill is obvious for […]
It’s always fun when you are cooking tasty food in the smoker. But what about when it comes time to clean it? Surely, cleaning a smoker is not everyone’s favorite job but it does need to be done. The real question for most people is, how often? According to […]
Whether you are contemplating the purchase of your first BBQ grill or simply upgrading, you are likely wondering about the cost. Grills are not all cheap. Nor are they all of the same caliber and quality. In some cases, a more expensive grill does equate to better tasting food. But […]
Some debates will never be settled and charcoal versus gas in the world of grilling is one of them. But that is okay. I’m not here to decide once and for all which type of barbecue everyone needs to use. I am only interested in helping you settle the debate […]
It’s a tall order to create a guide for picking the best flavored wood chips for smoking every kind of meat. But that is just what I am going to do. Your time should be spent lovingly preparing a tasty spice rub or tending to that brisket on the smoker. […]
Hi there! My name is Josh. Since you are here it means we have something in common. Fire! I love everything from cutting firewood to building the perfect campfire. I also enjoy delicious food cooked by flame. Whether it’s a barbecue or a smoker, I am game. Most of my knowledge is gained from on-the-ground experience. I still have a long ways to fully mastering all there is to know about wood burning and smokers but follow along and I’ll share everything I’ve learned.