BBQ Online: The Early Years
We often hear the story of the young pitmaster learning the craft at the knee of an elder and how barbecue traditions passed from one generation to another. Travelers to the barbecue belt brought back some tips and hints, but little in the way of comprehensive instructions. Occasionally, a book might contain a recipe or […]
The Most Popular BBQ & Grilling Websites
While the world is talking about TikTok, the website still rules as the most popular source of information. While social media platforms display a creator’s following, websites don’t have an easy way to show their popularity. Many websites avoid sharing their metrics to stay out of the spotlight. This is a competitive landscape that pits […]
The Pellet Grill Arms Race
By Derrick RichesUpdated: October 21, 2019 For over 20 years, people have been telling me that the pellet grill is the new gas grill. Those people are wrong. Completely wrong. Pellet grills, while easy to use, are mechanically complicated, occasionally temperamental, and above the maintenance habits of many backyard cooks. Oh, and they seldom reach […]
What Consumer Reports Got Wrong about Grills, 2019
Let me start by saying that not only do I respect Consumer Reports. I strongly support what they do as a consumer advocacy group. I have used their recommendations in the past while making purchasing decisions and found them very useful. On the other hand, they have a specific methodology that doesn’t always address the […]
