The allure of BBQ isn’t limited to briskets and ribs; poultry has its revered spot in the pantheon of smoked meats. Chicken and turkey, with their juicy interiors and potential for crispy skins, can shine brightly when handled correctly in a pellet smoker. However, achieving that perfect balance of smoke, […]
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Does Using Pellet Smokers Dry Out Meat? – Myth or Fact
When I got my first pellet smoker, I was worried about my meat becoming dry. I have been hearing a lot of stories about how pellet smokers can dry the meat out, and to satisfy my curiosity I needed to find out myself whether it’s just a myth or a […]
12 Best Meats To Cook On A Pellet Smoker
When I first got my hands on my pellet smoker, my mind was taking a mental picture of all the meat I would cook in it. I was excited to try it and bought a large brisket, only to be disappointed in the outcome. While briskets are great in pellet […]
Dry Brining: What, How, Why & More
When it comes to cooking, people have their own technique on how to get more flavour into their meat. My favourite method is dry brining, which I think most people are not aware of since I get a lot of questions about it. So, here’s everything you need to know […]
10 Mistakes Beginners Make When Smoking Meat (Don’t Do What I Did!)
Smoking meat might seem like an easy feat for some but I think those folks need a bit of reckoning for this practice requires a few special factors to pull off. I was a novice once and to perfect smoking meats, I had to face several challenges along the way. […]
Wet Brining vs Dry Brining – Which One is a Winner?
There is nothing better than digging in on a flavourful, tender and juicy meat. While there are many ways to achieve this, I find brining the easiest and foolproof way to do it. The only question is, which method of brining to use – dry or wet brining? Dry brining […]
How to Get Bark on a Pellet Smoker? – Easy Tips
Beginners in the BBQ game must know how to get bark on meat. Great bark is an essential factor in grilling barbecue that’s mighty tasty, Instagram-worthy and will impress mates and family. One question rings constantly though – how do you get bark using a pellet smoker? Getting bark using […]
Know How Much Meat to Serve Per Person During a Home BBQ Party
Whenever I invite guests to our home, one of my struggles is preparing the right amount of food for them. It’s either I prepare too much or sometimes not enough to feed everyone, which is kinda embarrassing. After hosting several BBQ parties at home, I was able to learn how […]
Guide To Cleaning Stainless Steel BBQ Grill Grates – Melt the Grease
Grilling is fun but cleaning BBQ grill grates can sometimes take the fun out of it. When I was younger, this was the part I dreaded the most. However, over the years, I have learned some tricks on how to clean grill grates efficiently, and I’d like to share some […]
Broil vs Sear – What You Need to Know and the Differences
My love for food has inspired me to explore and learn diverse kinds of dishes. I am no chef but I do my best to learn everything I can, especially when it comes to different ways to cook food, particularly meat. At first, I thought searing and broiling were just […]