Shortcut BBQ Brisket

Easy techniques for a juicier, more flavorful piece of meat without waiting all night.

Root Beer BBQ Beans

Root beer adds a new dimension to a barbecue staple.

Four Bands, Four Barbecue Joints

A tour through the barbecue meccas of Chapel Hill, Memphis, Austin, and Kansas City, plus music.

Big-Time Barbecue

Ray Lampe, a.k.a. Dr. BBQ, offers up doctor’s orders for perfect summer grilling.

Can You Really Seal the Juices into Meat?

Lock up that steak and throw away the key.

Gas Versus Charcoal

Choose what’s under your grate before you choose what goes on top.

Are the Burnt Bits of Veggies Carcinogenic?

We thought grilling was the healthy option.

Tips for Successful Grilling

Hone your skills in preparation for barbecue season.

Kick-Butt Kickoff Fare

Food fit for the toughest of tailgating crowds.

Vegetarians at a Barbecue

The dos and don’ts of meatless grill interaction.

Chicken in a Burger Suit

This week’s mission: preseasoned, grillable chicken patties and fancified crackers.

Hot for Korean Barbecue

Ungringo your grill.

Dude Food for Dad's Day

A manly triumvirate of grilled pizza, beer, and cheesecake for Father’s Day.

Hot Grilling Action

Tools for grilling that won’t get you burned.

Southern Seder

A Passover menu with Southern flair.