Do You Want To Be A Better Outdoor Cook?
If you want to increase your outdoor cooking skills, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned veteran, you’ll find everything you need to advance your BBQ, Grilling and Smoking game.
BBQ 101 / Start Here
If you are new to grilling or smoking, start here. I will teach you everything you need to know step by step.
Grilling
Building a solid foundation is a must for success. Read these articles to learn exactly how to do that and start building your barbecue cred.
Smoking
A lot of people struggle going from grilling to low and slow smoking. Here are some awesome techniques for you to use.
Temperature
Controlling and managing heat is one of the most important things you can learn while grilling and smoking. I will teach you everything you need to know to get it right.
Buying Guides
Fast track your purchasing decisions or learn to use your grill or equipment the right way with these awesome guides for you to use.
The Ultimate Gas Smoker Buyers Guide
The Ultimate Gas Smoker FAQ
15 Benefits Of Gas Smokers
Electric Smoker Buyers Guide
The Ultimate Electric Smoker FAQ
The Benefits Of Electric Smokers
Charcoal And Wood Smoker Buyers Guide
Charcoal And Wood Smoker FAQ
Benefits Of Charcoal And Wood Smokers
Charcoal Grill Buyers Guide
Marinating / Rubbing / Injecting / Brining
Marinades, rubs, brines and injections contain herbs and spices to enhance the flavors of your foods. I’ll show when to use these techniques, why and how.
Know Your Meat
Choosing the right cut of meat is just as important as how you cook it. Learn about all the different choices and how to pick the perfect cut.
Read more from this categorySearing
Hot and fast is the way to go when searing your meats. I will teach you how to get it right without overcooking your food.
Read more from this categoryFuel
Building a solid heat foundation when cooking is critical. From choosing the right fuel for the job to lighting and layout techniques, learn precisely how to do just that.
Read more from this categoryCleaning
A job that nobody likes, but one that needs to be done for grilling and smoking safely and for prolonging the life of your investment. I’ve got you covered in the articles below.
Read more from this categorySafety
Before firing up that grill or smoker, learn these grilling safety tips for keeping yourself and your family safe while enjoying all those summer barbecues.
Read more from this categoryTips & Tricks
Get pro tips and fun tricks to hack your next outdoor cooking session by reading the articles below.
Tips for Mastering Your Next Cookout
Insanely Easy Grilling Techniques
Tips for Grilling and Eating Healthy
Must-Have Tools For Winter Grilling
Preparing For A Cookout
Charcoal Grilling Tips And Techniques
20 Grilling Mistakes To Avoid
18 Fun BBQ Hacks to Try
How to Grill in Winter
Charcoal Lighting Techniques
See The Products that I Use And Recommend
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The Ultimate Gas Smoker Buyers Guide
If you looking to jump into the food smoking game and are considering a gas model, then you’ve come to the right place. In this ultimate gas smoker buyers guide, I’m going to be giving you everything you need to know for buying the best BBQ gas smoker. The gas smoker...
The Ultimate Gas Smoker FAQ
In this ultimate gas smoker FAQ guide, I’m going to be giving you the answers to your most frequently asked gas smoker questions. Learn more with The Grilling Life FAQ Q&A Adding a smoker to your arsenal of outdoor cooking tools is a huge step toward expanding...
15 Benefits Of Gas Smokers
Learn about the many benefits of gas smokers and why you should add one to your outdoor kitchen. Read on to learn about the gas smoker advantage. Smoking gives meat, cheese, vegetables, and even desserts a unique flavor that can’t compare to other forms of cooking....
Electric Smoker Buyers Guide
In this ultimate electric smoker buyers guide, I’m going to be giving you everything you need to know for buying the best BBQ electric smoker. Electric smokers can be a polarizing topic in the BBQ world. On one side are the purists who insist that building and...
The Ultimate Electric Smoker FAQ
In this ultimate electric smoker FAQ guide, I’m going to be giving you the answers to your most frequently asked electric smoker questions. Learn more with our Electric Smoker FAQ Q&A. If you’re new to the world of smokers, you might be imagining the work it takes...
19 Benefits Of Electric Smokers
Learn about the many benefits of electric smokers and why you should add one to your outdoor kitchen. Read on to learn about the electric smoker advantage. While we hear plenty about charcoal and wood-fired smokers, electric smokers often go unnoticed and are...