How To Stir-Fry Outside For Higher Heat

A charcoal chimney mimics the extreme heat of a wok burner in a Chinese restaurant I know you love Chinese food, and probably you’ve attempted to stir-fry indoors. And the results were good, but not as good as the neighborhood Chinese restaurant. The reason is simple: Your stove isn’t hot enough. For great stir-fry you […]
Live-Fire Market Trends: 2025

A year of consolidation and retrenchment In last week’s Cue Sheet dispatch, I graded my barbecue prognostications for 2025. One of the predictions that earned an “A” was that we would see more consolidation in the outdoor cooking equipment market, which includes grills, smokers, outdoor griddles, and even wood-burning pizza ovens. And, boy, did we. […]
Is Red Meat Bad For You? Limited Research Robs Us of a Clear Answer

Definitive advice about good vs. bad foods would be great, but eating a varied diet is a wise move while we wait. This article originally appeared in the Washinton Post and is reprinted with permission from the author. Over and over, we ask the question: Is Food X good or bad for you? And, over […]
Smoked Tomahawk Steak From Eric Wareheim’s Steak House Cookbook

A beef slab with chimichurri to serve six This recipe is reprinted with permission from Steak House by Eric Wareheim. Click here to read our full review of Steak House. Oddly enough, this recipe comes not from a steak house but from a barbecue joint called Jon G’s, a Texas-style barbecue spot in Peachland, North […]
Feast on Celebrity Butcher Dominique Rioux’s Smoked Brisket

A flavorful injection and 24-hour infusion keep this brisket juicy and tender This recipe is reprinted with permission from Carnivore: A Butcher’s Secrets for Perfectly Cooked Meats by Dominique Rioux. Click here to read our detailed review of this cookbook. Permissions and credits Courtesy of Carnivore by Dominique Rioux © 2025 www.robertrose.ca Reprinted with permission. […]
Bacon Ribs: A Unique Twist On Traditional Smoked Baby Back Ribs

Curing turns ordinary ribs into something extraordinary — bacon back ribs! Looking for something a little different for your next cookout? These bacon-style baby back ribs will have your guests buzzing. Inspired by our popular homemade bacon recipe, you cure the baby backs for 3 days. If you are new to curing meats, we recommend […]
Heavenly Hamburgers Made Easy: A Downloadable Deep Dive

Beef brisket, Texas-style, is the Mt. Everest of barbecue. It is the most challenging of all meats. But, if you let us be your sherpa, we can get you to the top. If you’ve ever wanted to create a smoked brisket at home just as good, if not better, than they do at Texas’ best BBQ joints then this BBQ beef brisket Deep Dive Guide is for you!
Napoleon PRO Series Cutting Board and Bowl Set Review and Rating

The Napoleon PRO Series Cutting Board and Bowl Set has an attractive design that falls just a little short of its concept.
Coleman Digital Fuel Gauge Review

If you burn through a lot of one pound propane cylinders, the Coleman Digital Fuel Gauge is a useful, low cost tool.
YETI Rambler Insulated Bowls Review And Rating

Whether you host guests in the backyard or tailgate before the big game, YETI’s insulated Rambler storage and serving bowls can handle any challenge.
Pro Pots 1.5 Quart Football Slow Cooker Review and Rating

I could see this product being used for a football-themed get together, maybe to keep some hot sauce hot, but it’s not a serious kitchen appliance.
Camp Chef Pro 14 Review and Rating

Aside from all the problems outlined in our review, we still I like the Pro 14 and its accessories. Weigh the facts and make your own decision.
High Camp Flasks Parkside Flask 750 3–in–1 Wine Set Review and Rating

The fit and finish of the flask and cups is fine. Everything goes together nicely and has an elegant feel. Insulation is more than adequate.
Masterbuilt MPS 340/G ThermoTemp XL Propane Smoker Review

Vertical gas smokers are to easy to use. With Masterbuilt’s ThermoTemp line, smoking on gas just got easier. Masterbuilt successfully offers groundbreaking use of thermostatic control on a gas smoker at an affordable price. We tested and reviewed their large XL model and award ThermoTemp our AmazingRibs.com Platinum Medal.
28″ Tailgater Gather Grill Review and Rating

Gather Grills can grill, griddle, and smoke. All while creating a unique environment that transforms outdoor cooking into a shared, communal event.