Master the Art of BBQ with Expert Guidance

Discover proven techniques, honest gear reviews, and mouthwatering recipes to elevate your grilling and smoking game. Whether you're a backyard enthusiast or aspiring pitmaster, BBQ Report is your trusted companion on the journey to barbecue perfection.

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Best Kamado Grills: Ultimate Ceramic Cooker Guide

Best Kamado Grills: Ultimate Ceramic Cooker Guide

Compare top kamado grills with ceramic & steel construction. Expert reviews of Kamado Joe, Big Green Egg & budget options for 2025.

Traeger Woodridge Series: Complete Model Comparison

Traeger Woodridge Series: Complete Model Comparison

Compare all 3 Traeger Woodridge models with WiFIRE, digital pellet sensor & upgraded smoke. Pro tested features, specs & value analysis.

Small Space BBQ: Best Apartment Grills for 2025

Small Space BBQ: Best Apartment Grills for 2025

Discover top apartment-approved grills for balconies & patios. Expert reviews of electric, gas & charcoal options perfect for small spaces.

Wireless Meat Thermometers: Your Ultimate BBQ Guide

Wireless Meat Thermometers: Your Ultimate BBQ Guide

Compare our top wireless meat thermometers with WiFi, Bluetooth & RF connectivity. Expert-tested for accuracy, range & ease-of-use.

Pit Boss vs Traeger: The Ultimate Pellet Grill Showdown

Pit Boss vs Traeger: The Ultimate Pellet Grill Showdown

Compare Pit Boss and Traeger pellet grills side-by-side. Expert analysis of build quality, features, pricing & performance differences.

Premium Mail Order Steaks: Your Complete Buying Guide

Premium Mail Order Steaks: Your Complete Buying Guide

Discover the 9 best mail order steaks tested by our experts. Compare USDA Prime, Wagyu & aged cuts with delivery, quality & flavor ratings.

Smoked Beef Short Ribs: Complete Smoking Guide

Smoked Beef Short Ribs: Complete Smoking Guide

Master smoked beef short ribs with our complete guide. Learn temps, timing, wood choice & probe-tender techniques for fall-off-the-bone results.

Brisket Trimming Mastery: Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Brisket Trimming Mastery: Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Master brisket trimming with our step-by-step guide. Learn proper knife techniques, fat cap removal & bark-building prep for perfect smoked brisket.

The Reverse Sear Method: Your Complete Steak Mastery Guide

The Reverse Sear Method: Your Complete Steak Mastery Guide

Master the reverse sear method for thick-cut steaks. Learn temperature control, timing & techniques for edge-to-edge perfection every time.

Pit Boss Pellet Grills: Complete Model Comparison Guide

Pit Boss Pellet Grills: Complete Model Comparison Guide

Expert analysis of 7 Pit Boss pellet grills tested & compared. Features, performance & value across horizontal grills and vertical smokers.

Championship Brisket: Competition Recipe for Winning Results

Championship Brisket: Competition Recipe for Winning Results

Master championship BBQ with our competition brisket recipe. Learn KCBS judging standards, trimming techniques & smoke ring secrets from pros.

Restaurant Hibachi on Your Blackstone: Easy Recipe

Restaurant Hibachi on Your Blackstone: Easy Recipe

Master restaurant-style hibachi on your Blackstone! Caramelized chicken, fried rice & yum yum sauce in 30 minutes. Easy griddle recipe.

Crispy Skin Whole Chicken: Pellet Grill Perfection

Crispy Skin Whole Chicken: Pellet Grill Perfection

Master perfectly smoked whole chicken with crispy skin! Our pellet grill recipe delivers juicy meat, golden skin & authentic wood flavor.

Authentic Philly Cheesesteak: Flat-Top Griddle Mastery

Authentic Philly Cheesesteak: Flat-Top Griddle Mastery

Master authentic Philly cheesesteak on your griddle! Learn paper-thin ribeye technique, perfect cheese melting & caramelized onions.

Blackstone Breakfast Hash: Easy One-Pan Griddle Recipe

Blackstone Breakfast Hash: Easy One-Pan Griddle Recipe

Master one-pan griddle cooking! Crispy potatoes, savory sausage & eggs on your Blackstone. Zone cooking tips & 25-minute recipe.

Perfect Brisket Rub: Sweet, Smoky & Savory Balance

Perfect Brisket Rub: Sweet, Smoky & Savory Balance

Create the perfect brisket rub with 8 simple ingredients. Sweet, smoky & savory balance for amazing bark. Beyond basic salt & pepper!

Blackstone Smash Burgers: Crispy, Juicy Perfection

Blackstone Smash Burgers: Crispy, Juicy Perfection

Master crispy smash burgers on your Blackstone griddle! Learn the perfect technique for caramelized crust & juicy beef. Expert tips inside.

Perfect Smoked Beef Jerky: Easy Homemade Recipe Guide

Perfect Smoked Beef Jerky: Easy Homemade Recipe Guide

Master homemade smoked beef jerky with our proven recipe. Learn slicing techniques, marinade secrets & perfect smoking temps for tender results.

Blackstone Griddle Steak: Restaurant Crust at Home

Blackstone Griddle Steak: Restaurant Crust at Home

Master restaurant-quality steaks on your Blackstone griddle. Learn butter basting, perfect searing & temperature control for juicy results.

Competition Brisket Burnt Ends: Kansas City Meat Candy

Competition Brisket Burnt Ends: Kansas City Meat Candy

Master competition-style burnt ends with our expert recipe. Caramelized brisket point cubes with mahogany bark, butter & BBQ sauce finish.

Smoked Pastrami Brisket: NYC Deli-Style Recipe Guide

Smoked Pastrami Brisket: NYC Deli-Style Recipe Guide

Master homemade pastrami with our smoker recipe. Learn curing, brining & smoking techniques for deli-quality NYC-style results at home.

Homemade Smoked Turkey Rub: Perfect BBQ Seasoning

Homemade Smoked Turkey Rub: Perfect BBQ Seasoning

Create the perfect smoked turkey with our expert dry rub recipe. Balanced herbs, spices & brown sugar for incredible flavor. Easy make-ahead blend!

Perfect Brisket Smoke Rings: Master the Science

Perfect Brisket Smoke Rings: Master the Science

Get a perfect smoke ring on brisket every time. Learn the chemistry, technique & temperature control for that signature pink band.

Brisket Wrapping Mastery: Paper vs Foil Complete Guide

Brisket Wrapping Mastery: Paper vs Foil Complete Guide

Master the Texas Crutch method! Learn when to wrap brisket, compare butcher paper vs foil techniques, and achieve perfect bark every time.

Every Type of Smoker Explained: Your Complete Guide

Every Type of Smoker Explained: Your Complete Guide

Compare all major smoker types - electric, pellet, offset & more. Features, pros, cons & which matches your BBQ style. Expert breakdown.

Smoking Pork Shoulder: Complete Guide to Perfect Pulled Pork

Smoking Pork Shoulder: Complete Guide to Perfect Pulled Pork

Master smoking pork shoulder with our step-by-step guide. Learn temperature control, stall management, wrapping techniques & perfect pulled pork.

Beginner’s Guide to Smokers: Easy Setup for Perfect BBQ

Beginner’s Guide to Smokers: Easy Setup for Perfect BBQ

Compare our top 7 beginner-friendly smokers across charcoal, electric, pellet & kamado styles. Expert tested with setup guides.

Wood for Smoking BBQ: Your Complete Flavor & Pairing Guide

Wood for Smoking BBQ: Your Complete Flavor & Pairing Guide

Master BBQ wood selection! Compare hickory, mesquite, apple & cherry woods. Expert pairing guide for ribs, brisket & poultry smoking.

Smoking Brisket Perfected: Your Texas BBQ Master Guide

Smoking Brisket Perfected: Your Texas BBQ Master Guide

Master the art of smoking brisket with our complete guide. Learn trimming, temps, timing & Texas techniques for perfect bark and tenderness

Smoking Sausage Mastery: Your Complete BBQ Guide

Smoking Sausage Mastery: Your Complete BBQ Guide

Master the art of smoking sausage! Learn types, temps, timing & wood selection. Step-by-step instructions for perfect results every time

Smoked Chicken Wings: Complete Guide to Crispy Perfection

Smoked Chicken Wings: Complete Guide to Crispy Perfection

Master smoked chicken wings with our complete guide. Learn two-stage smoking, wood selection & crispy skin techniques for perfect results.

Pellet Grill Salmon: Complete Smoking Guide for Beginners

Pellet Grill Salmon: Complete Smoking Guide for Beginners

Master smoking salmon on your pellet grill with our complete guide. Learn brining methods, wood selection, temps & timing for perfect results.

Smoked Prime Rib Mastery: Complete BBQ Guide

Smoked Prime Rib Mastery: Complete BBQ Guide

Master smoked prime rib with our complete guide. Learn rub recipes, wood selection, temps & reverse sear technique for perfect results.

Cold Smoke Cheese Like a Pro: Complete Technique Guide

Cold Smoke Cheese Like a Pro: Complete Technique Guide

Master cold smoking cheese at home! Learn optimal temps, best wood types, timing & storage. Step-by-step guide for perfect smoky flavor.

Master the 3-2-1 Method: Perfect Smoked Ribs Every Time

Master the 3-2-1 Method: Perfect Smoked Ribs Every Time

Master the 3-2-1 method for perfect smoked ribs. Learn each phase, avoid common mistakes & get competition-quality results every time.

Turkey Smoking Mastery: Your Complete Guide to Success

Turkey Smoking Mastery: Your Complete Guide to Success

Master turkey smoking with our expert guide. Learn brining, temperature control & timing for perfectly juicy results every time.