You are stuck at home like myself, then all you want to do is cook something delicious on the grill. Easy right? You’ve got all the gear you need: meat, Cowboy Charcoal, seasoning and grill. But your friend/wife/brother/brother-in-law/father-in-law/competing Dad from next door told you that you need to add wood chunks to your arsenal. […]
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Why This Is the Right Time for a Good Fire PitWhy This Is the Right Time for a Good Fire Pit
Back before international travel, iPhones and social media, there was only one centerpiece for connection: the fire pit. Growing up, fire was a main part of our lives. The smoke, flame and sound of crackling wood from a good fire pit has always felt like home to me. It is probably the main reason why […]
Why I Cook Over FireWhy I Cook Over Fire
Before we get to talking about why I cook over fire… Did you know that there are actually 5 major flavors: sweet, salty, savory, sour & bitter. We, as a species, have one of the most complex tastebuds, and yet everything in this world can be summed into 5 categories. However, as simple as […]
Do You Have Sharp Knives?Do You Have Sharp Knives?
I love sharp knives. Knives that slices through a thick cut of prime rib like it was butter. A knife that uses one stroke to filet, slice or cut any food. We go out to restaurants and watch as chefs & butchers use their super sharp knives without hesitation. It is a tool for creating & […]
Are You Slicing Your Steak Wrong?Are You Slicing Your Steak Wrong?
It’s time to eat! You have been waiting to grill your massive steak over the fire since you picked it up from the local butcher shop. Now, the meat is done! You are so hungry that you dive right into cutting it only to find out that its not as tender as you thought it would […]
Essentials for Camping and Open Fire CookingEssentials for Camping and Open Fire Cooking
We can all agree that there is nothing quite like being in nature. Whether you’re hiking a mountainous trail or camping out of your car, being in the great outdoors opens a whole new world of freedom, wild experiences & open fire cooking. Yes, open fire cooking… Being able to cook over open […]
What Outdoor Cooking Knife is Right For You?What Outdoor Cooking Knife is Right For You?
Find out what knife you need to be packing for your next fire cooking experience!
5 Ways to Better Use Your Cast Iron5 Ways to Better Use Your Cast Iron
There are many tools in a fire cooks arsenal, but only a few that you cannot live without. A good cast iron skillet or Dutch Oven is one of those few. From searing a fish (like below) to cooking bread, cast iron allows traditional cooking methods to be done over an open fire. When you […]
4 Essentials for Fire Cooking4 Essentials for Fire Cooking
If you’re like me, then warmer weather means grilling season is upon us. From backyard BBQs to campfire s’mores, any excuse for fire cooking is a great idea. But what gear do you need? Here are my 4 essentials to help you cook over the fire this grilling season. 1. Local Firewood The fuel […]