Congratulations! You’ve been invited to -or, worse, roped into hosting—a BBQ. You may think it’s just a matter of throwing meat on fire and telling everyone to “bring a chair,” but no, my friends. Florida BBQs are a delicate ecosystem, and one misstep can haunt you from Yulee to Ybor....
Let’s get straight to the meat of it: a dry rub is a bold blend of spices, herbs, and seasonings applied directly to your meat (or veggies) to create flavor magic before you cook. Unlike marinades or wet sauces, dry rubs are—surprise!—completely dry. No oil. No vinegar. No liquid mess....
Brining is like therapy for your pork chop. A gentle nudge that says, “Hey buddy, let’s make you juicier, saltier, and the talk of the smoker.” Whether you’re dry-brining a steak, wet-brining a turkey, or injecting a pork butt with enough liquid to qualify as a water balloon, we’re here...
(Yes, even your popcorn deserves a glow-up.) Think BBQ rubs are just for ribs, wings, and pulled pork? Bless your heart. The truth is, if you’re only using your seasoning blends on meat, you’re leaving flavor on the table — literally. Whether you’re spicing up a snack, elevating your leftovers,...
If you’ve ever wondered why your brisket is dry, your burgers are all bark and no bite, your wings are chewy, or your pizza has the texture of a roof shingle, let’s talk about the one thing you can’t season: temperature. Whether you’re firing up a smoker, griddle, grill, oven,...
