The Invention of Barbecue
How did barbecue originate? There are many mythical stories of neanderthals coming upon burnt animals after a forest fire. Here is a similar explanation of the ancient Chinese discovery of barbecue told in an engaging, fanciful, and humorous tale in 1822 by English essayist Charles Lamb.
What Is Barbecue?
Barbecue is a hotly debated topic. Read here about a new definition of BBQ that is distinct from its legal definition. This new definition includes explanations of grilling, smoking and other terms, as well as a brief history of barbecue around the world.
Charmoula Herb Paste Will Have You Eating Like An Egyptian
Packed full of flavor, charmoula (a.k.a. chermoula) is an North African herb paste used as a marinade, sauce, relish, dip, and spread. While there are countless variations of charmoula, this delicious recipe marries olive oil, cilantro, parsley, lemon juice, aromatics, and spices to create a multi-purpose paste.
The History Of The Hamburger
Here’s the fascinating story of how the hamburger became our national dish.
Buying Beef: Beef Grades And Labels, And Busting The Kobe Beef Myth
Grades of beef explained: Choice, Prime, Wagyu, Certified Angus, Kobe, aged, grass fed, grain fed, organic, natural, kosher, and halal.
Beef & Bison Cuts: Not All are Created Equal
Everything you need to know about the different cuts of beef, all the primals as well as all the popular commercial cuts.