Pro Tips and Techniques

Expert Advice

Learn from the experts at All Things Barbecue with access to a wealth of information, recipes, and resources from professional pitmasters. Get step-by-step instruction, tutorials, and insider tips to become a master in the art of barbecuing.
Learn from the experts at All Things Barbecue with access to a wealth of information, recipes, and resources from professional pitmasters. Get step-by-step instruction, tutorials, and insider tips to become a master in the art of barbecuing.

Recent Posts

Yoder 101

The Ultimate Indirect Grilling Setup on the YS640s

This is the third article in the YS640s “Grilling Series.” By now, we have discovered that cooking versatility is one...
Yoder 101

Expanding the Over-The-Flame Cooking Experience on a YS640s

In Over-the-Flame Grilling on the YS640s, we created a sear zone on the YS640s with three GrillGrate panels placed directly...
Yoder 101

Over-The-Flame Grilling On The YS640

The YS640s is unique for many reasons, one of which is its ability to achieve temperatures well into the high...
Yoder 101

Getting to Know the Variable Displacement Damper

To put it simply, the VDD manages the airflow that delivers heat to support the various cooking methods. Today we’re...
Tips & Techniques

How the Yoder Smokers Wood-Fired Oven Changed My Life

This thing cooks so well that it inspires confidence. I'm no longer hacking my cooks out of necessity; I'm doing it...
Outdoor-furniture

Big ideas for small spaces

Small spaces like balconies, terraces or tucked-away corners of a patio or backyard can be intimate and fun spots for...
Outdoor-furniture

Your Guide to Buying a Patio Dining Set

One of the great joys in life is to gather with friends and family around a dining table. It's the...

The Brisket Wrap Test

Chef Tom puts three brisket smoking techniques to the test with The Brisket Wrap Test. We’ll uncover the differences between...
Tips & Techniques

How to Get Pizza Dough to Slide Off the Peel With Ease - AKA Launching A Pizza

Let’s face it … everyone loves pizza. One of the most exciting things to happen to backyard cooking is the...
Outdoor-furniture

How to Create a Beautiful Outdoor Space

This guide will walk you through the steps to plan your outdoor space, make design choices that reflect your style,...
Product Roundup

The Three Kitchen Knives Every Cook Needs and the Four You Want in Your Drawer

Kitchen knives are an important everyday tool for every cook, and having different types of knives can make your cooking...
Tips & Techniques

Basics of Injecting Meat

If you want to get more flavor per pound, try injecting meats before cooking them. It's a quick and easy way...