The weather has started to cool down but that does not mean put the grill away just yet; it only means one thing – football season! With football comes tailgating and delicious game time food. Everyone wants to grab a bite, sip on something and mingle with the crowd. What better way to do this […]
Labor Day is the unofficial end to summer and all the festivities it has to offer: kids go back to school, summer Fridays come to an end and vacationing season is put on pause until the holidays. Let’s make Labor Day weekend the last hurrah and throw an amazing party to celebrate! Backyard BBQs always […]
Ingredients: 1 pound raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)*3 jalapeños2 cups pineapple3 tablespoons olive oil4 cloves of garlic4 tablespoons cilantro chopped (half a bunch)2 tablespoons lime juiceSalt Directions: 1) Prep ingredients: Cut the pineapple and jalapeño into pieces about the same size and thickness of your shrimp. This will ensure all of the ingredients cook evenly and get a nice sear from the grill. […]
Grilling season is officially upon us! What better way to kick off summer festivities: sunshine, outdoor activities, lots of delicious food and National Hamburger Day! When I host backyard BBQs, I like to keep it simple. What’s simpler than a build-your-own-burger bar? Guests can dress their juicy burgers with an assortment of their favorite toppings […]
In a time crunch? Cheat your slow-cooked ribs with this sped-up recipe (your guests won’t know the difference). Ingredients:⅓ cup unsalted, roasted almonds1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds1 cup roasted red peppers from a jar, preferably piquillo, drained2 canned chipotle chiles in adobo, seeded2 tablespoons Sherry vinegarKosher saltVegetable oil (for grilling)1½ pounds bone-in beef short ribs […]
Grilled bacon and Sriracha, that’s really all we need to say here. Step up your appetizer game with these spicy skewers. Ingredients:1 package of bacon4-5 sweet onions2 tablespoons black pepper2 tablespoons mayo1/2 cup Sriracha hot sauce1 teaspoon lime juice Directions: 1) Cut onions into 1/2 inch thick rings and pop the internal rings out until […]
Anything but ordinary: elevate your classic hot dog to unprecedented levels with these eight delicious flavor combinations. Hawaiian Dog Paprika Honey Mustard + griddled Canadian bacon + Pineapple-Jalapeño Relish Buffalo Dog Blue Cheese Dressing + Celery Slaw + crumbled blue cheese + Frank’s hot sauce Ssam Dog Hoisin BBQ Sauce + Ginger-Scallion Relish + cucumber spears dipped in gochugaru Elote Dog Mayonnaise + Charred-Corn […]
Fire up the smoker box and transition your gas grill into a Texas-sized smoked brisket oasis. Servings: 12 – 16 Ingredients:1 (10–12-pound) whole beef brisket, fat trimmed to 1/4-inch thickness1/3 cup kosher salt1/3 cup freshly ground black pepper Equipment8–12 (2–3-inch) untreated kiln-dried hardwood chunks, preferably hickory or oakGrill or analog thermometer Directions: 1) Order the […]
Pistachios, pomegranate and cilantro – these ribs are anything but traditional. Step up your rib game this grilling season with Chef Matty Matheson’s tasty molasses-based recipe. Servings: 6-8 Ingredients:10 lbs. pork side ribsWaterSalt For the pomegranate molasses barbecue sauce:2 onions4 cloves garlic5 jalapeños1 knob of ginger4 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons cayenne pepper2 tablespoons garlic powder2 tablespoons […]
Ingredients:1 stick salted butter, at room temperature2 tbsp. chopped chives1 tbsp. chopped tarragon leaves1 clove garlic, mincedDash hot sauceFreshly ground black pepper4 (7 oz.) lobster tailsOlive oilKosher saltLemon wedges, for garnishChive sprigs Directions: 1) Preheat your grill to direct medium-high heat. 2) In a small bowl blend butter, chives, tarragon, minced garlic, hot sauce, and black […]
