Q: Hi Dr. BBQ, I’m looking for a first-time smoker grill under $300. Any suggestions? I’m presently using a Webber with propane tank but can’t cook juicy ribs like on Food Network shows. –Karl A: Hi Karl, There are a couple options in your price range but to me one clearly stands out: the Weber Smokey …
Tips for Grilled Chicken Success
Q: Hello Dr. BBQ, I have yet to be satisfied with chicken from my cooker (Big Green Egg). I want mild smoke flavor (not overpowering), crisp skin, and moist meat both dark and white. What is the best way to achieve this? –Bob A: Hi Bob, I find that the secret to good chicken is cooking …
In Search of a Nice Rack
Q: Dr. BBQ, I’d like to know how to select quality ribs. I have heard this makes a huge difference, but they all pretty much look the same to me. What are some signs that I am looking at a good rack? –Billy A: Hi Billy, It seems to me that most of the hogs being …
National BBQ Competitions
Q: Dr. BBQ, Is there an information source that would let me know if there will be any BBQ competitions in the Ohio/Kentucky/Indiana area in 2004? I am in Cincinnati and I would love to check out a few as I am considering trying my hand in a few competitions next year. Thanks, Seth A: Hi …
A Cooker for the Masses
Q: Hello Dr. BBQ, I currently have an Egg but have been wanting to get a cooker for the masses. I want something that I can do a whole hog on, or enough ribs for a large crowd. My only restriction is that I will never go to the “dark side” and use gas. I have found only one …