Q: Dear Dr. BBQ: I want to try to go back to the basics and grill over wood. I have oak and apple wood available to do this but have no earthly idea how to do it. Help! Susan A: Hi Susan, Grilling with wood can be fun, and the taste is like no other. You”ll …
Go with the Dome
Q: Hi Dr BBQ,We are designing a BBQ. What’s the best shape for the lid? Domed, cylindrical, flat? It seems most grills have a large rounded lid. Does this help with cooking and smoking?–Darren A: Hi Darren, I prefer a rounded or dome shape. It seems that will create a convection effect. I’m not an engineer, but the cookers I …
Which Smoker Should I Buy?
Q: Hey Doc, I’m thinking of buying one of these smokers: Jedmaster, Kingfisher, Austin and the Southern Yankee. Any advice? –Don A: Hi Don, I”m a big fan of Jedmaster. Not so much of the others you mentioned. –Dr. BBQ
Freezing Rubs
Dr. BBQ I noticed I can buy your Big Time Rub online…but it’s in 10-pound bulk. Does the rub freeze well? I usually make your rub from scratch using your recipe and have done very very, very well with the ribs and pork. But I want the real thing. So can I freeze in vacuum sealed packages? Harry Hi Harry, …
Keep Up the Good Work
Dr. BBQ, Hi, Dr. this is Chris Hursey from Hursey’s Bar-B-Q. I just wanted to drop you a line and tell you that I enjoy the series on TV and love the fact that I see someone who I have met and fed. Thanks for coming in and the nice write up on your web site. Good luck in the …