Position your fire pit at least 10-15 feet away from your home, overhanging branches, and any flammable structures like wooden decks or fences. This buffer zone prevents embers from igniting nearby materials and ensures smoke doesn’t damage your home’s exterior or enter through windows. Check local regulations and homeowner association rules before installing or using ... Read more
Invest in long-handled tools that keep your hands at least 18 inches from flames and embers—cast iron fire pit forks, spatulas, and grill grates are essential for safely managing the best meats to cook over open flames. Choose utensils made from heavy-gauge steel or cast iron rather than standard kitchen implements, as these materials withstand ... Read more
Grilling season is quickly approaching, and there are many options other than the traditional hot dogs and burgers. Don’t waste your grill on the “blah” foods in every backyard soiree. Visiting a BBQ-style restaurant may give you a touch of interest when it comes to cooking smoked meats. Don’t let preparation and cost intimidate you ... Read more
For those who love great BBQ and are ready to take our barbequing skills to the next level, purchasing a smoker is the natural next step for would-be “pit masters.” Today, meat smokers – and electric smokers in particular – are gaining popularity. This is because they are easier and less messy than a traditional ... Read more
Smoked beef jerky has been popular for thousands of years because it’s tasty, satisfying, and remarkably shelf-stable. It’s also highly versatile in terms of flavor, with your only real limit being the number of creative marinades you can come up with. If you’d like to start learning how to smoke your beef jerky, there are ... Read more
If you’re a beginner at smoking meat, you’re probably compiling a list of recipes and meats to try. But what meats are the most popular to smoke? Here we go over some of the best meats to smoke in a smoker, whether in a charcoal or electric smoker. What Does Smoking Meat Do? When smoking ... Read more
