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Hi Gang- I just completed a big move from Dallas, TX to New Haven, CT. I know I've seen a handful of users with locations in the general area, and I was hoping some of you might help with some suggestions on good places to shop. I'm mainly looking for a good general grocery store, and...

Hi gang- Haven't posted much in a while, been busy trying to sell our house and move to CT, but I read frequently and have been having fun smoking and grilling when I find the time. I've been on a sort of personal mission to cook my way through all the main cuts off beef this summer. A whole...

Howdy Gang- I took a long break from smoking during the holidays and due to my job doing taxes during the first part of the spring, but I've been jonesing more and more for some good quality smoke time. I've been doing lots of tri tips and mini brisket flats when I find time, but now that I...

Not too much to this post, other than to just say I Love Hickory. I'm a Texas guy, so of course I'm used to eating BBQ smoked over hickory. When I used to try smoking on my grill, I'd use hickory and mesquite chips because that's what the grocery store sold. When I graduated to the WSM last...

Well, I'm giving this a try. I'm far from a pro, but I wanted to see for myself whether I prefer Butt or Picnic (or if I can even tell a difference). This afternoon I purchased a 9lb Picnic ($1.18/ lb) and an 8lb Butt ($1.78/lb) with the thought of seasoning and cooking them side by side. I...

I got this simple recipe from my friend Deek, who got it from a friend, etc. It may originally be from Paula Dean, and if so, credit goes to her. These are easy and tasty little appetizers from a basic recipe, and y'all can tweak the ingredients to your heart's content. The recipe as I got...

I just wanted to report in on a very successful smoke I did this weekend. Normally around here, chickens are something simple that go from the fridge to the grill to the plate in a high-speed fashion. Nothing fancy. For a trial on my WSM, I thought I'd do something a little better. Friday...