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2026
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Rescuing a Rusty Cooker: A Step-by-Step Grill Restoration Guide

That orange-spotted grill in your backyard might look like a lost cause, but most grill restoration jobs are surprisingly doable with basic tools and a little patience. Before you head to the store for a replacement, use this guide to determine if your grill is worth saving and how to bring it back to life […]
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Dec
30
2025
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Sara Hansen
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The Ultimate Guide to the Top BBQ Festivals & Pitmaster Competitions in 2026

As we look ahead to 2026, the world of competitive barbecue continues to evolve, pushing the boundaries of flavor, technique, and outdoor hospitality. For the dedicated pitmaster, these events are more than just competitions; they are the arena where months of practice and years of tradition are put to the ultimate test. For the BBQ […]
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Dec
15
2025
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Sara Hansen
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Pitmaster in Training: Safe Ways to Get Kids Involved at the Grill

During outdoor grilling, your kid hears the sizzle, smells the smoke, and suddenly they’re right beside you saying, “Can I help?” That excitement is pure gold, but the grill isn’t a toy, it’s a hot workspace. With a simple plan at summer cookouts, your pitmaster in training can learn real skills without getting too close […]
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Dec
4
2025
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Sara Hansen
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Pro Tips on How to Smoke Jackfruit: The Vegetarian's Answer to Pulled Pork

For decades, the pitmaster’s domain was strictly carnivorous. We focused on the render of fat caps, the breakdown of collagen, and the stall of a brisket. But the modern backyard BBQ is changing. You likely have friends, family members, or neighbors who are vegetarian or plant-based, and offering them a frozen veggie patty while everyone […]
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Nov
26
2025
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Sara Hansen
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Using Flat Blade Skewers For Perfectly Even Grilled Skewers

If you have ever fought with spinning kabob skewers, you know the pain. One side burns, the other side stays pale, and the middle is still raw. That is not the grilled kabobs you had in mind. The good news is, this is fixable. With flat blade skewers (sometimes also just called flat skewers), a […]
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Nov
15
2025
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Sara Hansen
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Reverse Sear for Game and Lean Cuts: Juicy Meat Without Guesswork

Nothing hurts more than watching a beautiful backstrap, venison steak, or elk steak turn dry and gray on the grill. Game meat and lean cuts go from perfect to overcooked in a heartbeat, and once they dry out, there is no bringing them back. Reverse searing game meats solves that. You warm the meat slowly […]
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Nov
5
2025
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Sara Hansen
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Low-Sugar BBQ Glazes That Still Caramelize (Tested Ratios and Tips)

Want sweet shine without a sugar spike? These low-sugar BBQ glazes give you color, gloss, and flavor while keeping sugars in check. Imagine ribs with a tacky, amber coat or chicken with a lacquered finish. You can get that, even with less sugar. In this article, you’ll get quick science, tested ratios, and timing tips […]
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Oct
30
2025
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High-Altitude Grilling: Time, Heat, and Fuel Adjustments That Work

Headed to the mountains this fall or winter? If you’re not used to it, high-altitude grilling can throw you a curveball with longer cook times, weak sears, dry chicken, and a brisket stall that feels endless. The good news is you can beat all of that with a simple plan. In this article, you’ll learn […]
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Oct
15
2025
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Plank Grilling Beyond Salmon: Scallops, Halloumi, Mushrooms, Fruit & More

If you already love grilling salmon to create that famous "cedar plank" salmon, you’re going to enjoy what comes next. Plank grilling works well for a wide range of things, including scallops, halloumi, mushrooms, and fruit, making their taste rich and smoky, without drying out or sticking. A wood plank sits between food and flame, […]
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Oct
2
2025
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Perfecting Smart Glaze Timing on the Grill

Ever brushed a glossy glaze on ribs or chicken, only to end up with charred edges and a bitter aftertaste instead of a shiny finish? That sting comes from burnt sugar, not smoky flavor. The fix is not a different sauce. It is smarter glaze timing. This guide shows how proper glaze timing turns sticky […]
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