BBQ grill with smoker

Smoking on a Charcoal Grill: What you Need to Know

Smoking meat on the grill is an age-old tradition that transforms ordinary cuts into succulent, flavorful masterpieces. For many, the essence of authentic barbecue lies in the slow, methodical pro...
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Why You Shouldn't Use Lighter Fluid to Light Your Grill

In the world of outdoor cooking, firing up the grill is a quintessential experience for many. Whether it's for a backyard barbecue or a casual evening cookout with family or friends, the allure of...
The Best Way to Stack Wood In a Fire Pit

The Best Way to Stack Wood In a Fire Pit

Whether you’re on a camping trip in the woods or at a backyard gathering with friends, there's nothing quite like the crackling warmth of a fire pit on a chilly night. Yet, the task of igniting an...
A father and son grilling meat over a open grill

To Close or Not to Close: When to Grill with The Lid Open vs. Closed Lid

As grilling enthusiasts, we believe that grilling is more than just a cooking technique. Involving a delicate balance of heat, timing, and method, one of the fundamental decisions a grill master f...
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Can You Burn Wet Wood in a Fire Pit?

Picture this: a chilly evening in the great outdoors, surrounded by friends and family all gathered around a crackling fire pit. The warmth of the flames, the smell of burning wood, and the cozy a...
Beef kabobs grilling on bbq with tomato

Why Is My Charcoal Grill Not Getting Hot Enough?

A charcoal grill is a beloved tool for outdoor cooking, offering that unmistakable smoky flavor and an authentic grilling experience we know and love. Yet whether you're cooking hot dogs, steaks, ...
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Which to Use: Charcoal Briquettes vs. Lump Charcoal

Charcoal is the heart and soul of many grilling adventures. That's why the choice between lump charcoal and charcoal briquettes often sparks lively debates among grill enthusiasts. Both have their...
a campfire surrounded by lots of snow

How to Build a Fire in Winter

While the winter landscape presents a picturesque setting for gathering around a roaring fire pit, it can also make it more difficult to get your fire started - and keep the campfire burning! Inde...
Camper in tent checking for raindrops outside

Camping in the Rain: What you Need to Know

The car is packed, the food is prepared...but uh oh, are those rain clouds? While wet weather can throw a curveball on your camping trip, it doesn't have to stop you from going or having a good ti...