A Backyard Lifestyle Blog
There are a lot of products out there for grills and smokers. Here are some ideas and recommendations for those who love outdoor cooking.
So, you’ve just bought your first Blackstone griddle—congratulations! The excitement of breaking in a brand-new grill is unmatched. Before you start grilling up a storm, there’s an essential step you need to take: seasoning your griddle. It isn’t just about prepping your grill; it’s about setting the stage for years of non-stick cooking bliss. Let’s … Read more
As a long-time owner, I’ve had my trusty Kamado Grill for about six or seven years now. Two years ago, I decided to build a platform for it. I wanted something sturdy and solid to support my heavy grill. Initially, the grill came with a cart with wheels, but that setup wasn’t ideal for my … Read more
If you’re considering a new type of grill brush, consider making the switch to a coil brush. It’s a small change that can make a big difference in your grilling experience. My Experience with Old Brushes I used to rely on standard grill brushes, but I always had issues with bristles falling out over time. … Read more
I purchased a Ravenna Grill Cover about 3 years ago and it still works great. Durable, waterproof and still looks good. Here I am review what I thought was a great fit for my Kamado. A great grill cover for my Kamado Joe A few years ago I bought one of these Ravenna grill covers … Read more
Purchased this in 2019, I recently did a review of how well this product held up and how great it works. If you use your Kamado as a smoker, this will make the cooking experience far better for years to come. The ash basket improves air flow especially during long cooks. A lot of people … Read more
I purchased a rib stand for my Kamado so I could cook 3 racks at the same time. As much as I like my Kamado, space can be an issue when you are doing a larger cook. Turned out these worked just fine. Kept air flowing in between. If you have to make ribs on … Read more
Having built my outdoor kitchen, I wanted to share the stainless steel drawers I installed and how good they look. The movement is smooth and effortless and and has plenty of room for storing items. I went ahead and built myself an outdoor kitchen and no, I’ve never done one of these before. Let me … Read more
For those who take their barbecue a little too seriously If you are trying to always improve upon your smoking techniques, you have to be able to capture and remember all of the small details that made your last cook so great. Sometimes it is convenient to have instructions from the last time you smoked … Read more