Recipes, Tips & News
How Much Wood Should You Add to Your Fire When Cooking?
More wood doesn’t mean a better cook.
Why Does My Barbecue Smoke Taste Bitter?
Bitter smoke isn’t the fault of your smoker. How to avoid bitter smoke.
What is the Best Way to Improve Your BBQ Skills?
A structured, global‑inspired curriculum that helps backyard cooks build real live‑fire skills.
What Colour Should Smoke Be When Cooking with Hardwood?
There’s good smoke and there’s bad smoke. How to know the difference.
Is it Possible to Have too Much Smoke on Food?
Over smoking any food can take it beyond the point of being edible. What you need to know.
The 2026 Canadian Barbecue Shift: A BBQ Trend Overview
2026 is shaping up to be a defining year for Canadian barbecue. Here are five trends that I see.
How Do I Know How Much Smoke to Have on My Food?
Tips for how to determine how much smoke from your smoker is just right.
The Complete Guide to Smoke in Hardwood Barbecue
Understanding smoke is the difference between food that tastes kissed by fire and food that tastes like a chimney.
The Best Pans for a Wood Fired Brick Oven (500°F–1000°F+)
What are the best pans for a high-heat wood-fired brick oven? My top picks.