BBQ Books and Courses

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Q. Hey Dr. BBQ: Will your new book be out for Christmas? I have your first book great book. I started doing BBQ contests with my dad in 2005. We have done really well in five contests and we have gotten at least two calls at every contest.  The bug has bitten us bad we already bought a 35 foot RV to travel to contests …

Where Can I Buy Your Outfit?

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Q: Hi Dr BBQ, I  am a recent subscriber to Fiery Foods Magazine and so far I love it.  I have begun a project I hope will turn into something that will last for years to come.  I am growing my own hot peppers in hopes of making hot sauces, spices and anything else that could be associated with hot peppers.  I …

Beer-can Chicken Recipe

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Dr. BBQ, We are entering a cook-off amateur division in August. We will be cooking on a Weber smoker and Weber kettle, using your championship ribs and chicken recipe. We will cook both ribs and chicken in the smoker. Suggestions on procedures, i.e. ribs on top rack chicken on bottom? Timing? We will be cooking baby backs rather than St. …

Marinade vs. Barbecue Sauce

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Hi Dr. BBQ: I enjoyed your books greatly. My question is, what the difference between a BBQ sauce and a marinade? Also what is the best way to regulate the heat on a Weber kettle grill– to vent bottom vent or both? Thanks much, Sherwood Hi Sherwood, Thanks for the nice words. A marinade is usually a thinner liquid intended …

Don’t Cook Kebabs in Advance

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Help Dr. BBQ: I need to make 40 kebabs and I’d like to cook them in advance. Can I BBQ or bake one day in advance until “almost cooked” and then finish cooking on the BBQ the day of the event? I plan to make chicken kebabs and beef kebabs. I hope you can help! Janet Hi Janet, You really …