Grilling Guides & Tips

How-to guides, temperature charts and buying advice for wood-fired and flat-top grilling. Browse them by topic on the grilling guides hub.

  • How to Set Up a Two-Zone Fire on Any Grill

    How to Set Up a Two-Zone Fire on Any Grill

    Master the essential two-zone fire to stop burning your food and start grilling like a pro. Learn how to easily set up direct and indirect heat zones on any grill...

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • How to Use Direct vs Indirect Heat Like a Pro

    How to Use Direct vs. Indirect Heat

    Master the essential grilling technique of direct vs indirect heat. Learn how to sear over the flames and finish cooking on cooler zones for perfect, juicy results every time.

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • How to Choose Between Gas and Charcoal Grilling

    How to Choose Between Gas and Charcoal Grilling

    Deciding between gas and charcoal grilling comes down to convenience versus flavor. Learn the pros, cons, and exactly how to choose the right backyard setup.

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • How to Become a Better Griller: 25 Pro Habits

    How to Become a Better Griller: 25 Pro Habits

    Master the art of live-fire cooking with these 25 essential pro grilling habits. From heat management and dry brining to wielding a digital thermometer, elevate your backyard BBQ game today.

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • How to Teach Kids to Grill Safely

    How to Teach Kids to Grill Safely

    Pass down the tongs safely to the next generation. Learn the essential rules, gear, and techniques for teaching kids to cook over an open fire without losing your eyebrows. Build...

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • How to Grill Game Day Appetizers Like a Champion

    How to Grill Game Day Appetizers

    Score big at your next tailgate or backyard watch party. Learn how to manage heat zones, prep ahead, and grill game day appetizers in waves so the food stays hot...

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • How to Grill a Holiday Ham: The Ultimate Guide

    How to Grill a Holiday Ham

    Free up your kitchen this holiday season by moving the main course outside. Learn how to perfectly warm, glaze, and sear a fully cooked holiday ham over an open fire.

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • How to Grill Thanksgiving Turkey Outside: The Ultimate Guide

    How to Grill a Thanksgiving Turkey

    Free up your oven and escape the kitchen chaos this Thanksgiving. Learn how to spatchcock and grill a whole turkey outside for perfectly crispy skin, juicy meat, and incredible wood-fired...

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • How to Grill at a Tailgate: The Ultimate Parking Lot Guide

    How to Grill at a Tailgate: Prep and Safety

    Master the art of parking lot live-fire cooking. Learn how to prep at home, safely manage your fire, and feed the pre-game crowd like a champion.

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • How to Grill Camping Meals Over an Open Fire

    How to Grill Camping Meals Over an Open Fire

    Learn how to master live-fire camping meals with this step-by-step guide. From building the perfect coal bed to managing heat zones, elevate your outdoor cooking game.

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • How to Meal Prep on the Grill for the Week

    How to Meal Prep on the Grill for the Week

    Master Sunday meal prep on the grill. Learn how to cook a week's worth of healthy proteins and vegetables over live fire, utilizing heat zones to save time and add...

    Michiel Schuitemaker |