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 Grill for Keto and Low-Carb Diets

    How to Grill for Keto and Low-Carb Diets

    Master keto and low-carb grilling with this complete guide. Learn how to cook sugar-free, fat-fueled meals over live fire without sacrificing flavor.

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • How to Grill Healthy: Low-Fat Grilling Tips

    How to Grill Healthy: Low-Fat Grilling Tips

    Discover the secrets to healthy, low-fat grilling without sacrificing flavor. Learn how to master lean proteins, smart seasonings, and high-heat cooking for juicy, delicious, waistline-friendly meals.

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • How to Dispose of Ashes From a Wood Grill Safely

    How to Dispose of Ashes From a Wood Grill Safely

    Learn the safest and most effective way to dispose of ashes from your wood grill. Discover how long to let embers cool, the right tools to use, and how to...

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • How to Put Out a Grill Fire Safely

    How to Put Out a Grill Fire Safely

    Learn exactly how to safely put out a grill fire, handle unexpected grease flare-ups, and properly dispose of hot ashes without ruining your grill or losing your eyebrows. Master the...

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • How to Build a Fire That Lasts for Hours of Grilling

    How to Build a Fire That Lasts for Hours of Grilling

    Stop frantically blowing on dying coals. Learn the foolproof method for building a long-lasting grill fire using hardwood logs and lump charcoal, so you can cook for hours without constantly...

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • How to Set Up an Outdoor Kitchen Around a Fire Pit Grill

    How to Set Up an Outdoor Kitchen Around a Fire Pit Grill

    Transform your backyard by building an outdoor kitchen around a fire pit grill. Learn the exact clearances, layout strategies, and design tips to create a stunning 360-degree cooking and entertaining...

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • How to Choose Essential Grilling Tools

    How to Choose Essential Grilling Tools

    Stop buying novelty 45-piece grill kits. Discover the five essential, high-quality grilling tools every backyard cook actually needs to master live-fire cooking.

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • Arteflame wood-fired flat-top grill with round Corten steel base: How to Get Grill Marks vs a Full Sear

    How to Get Grill Marks vs a Full Sear

    Master the great backyard debate: the photogenic crosshatch of grill marks versus the edge-to-edge crust of a full sear. Learn the precise temperatures, tools, and techniques to achieve both flawless...

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • Arteflame wood-fired flat-top grill with round Corten steel base: How to Make Chimichurri & Other Grill Sauces

    How to Make Chimichurri & Other Grill Sauces

    Elevate your backyard barbecue with fresh, vibrant grill sauces. Learn how to make authentic chimichurri, smoky board sauces, and rich compound butters to perfectly complement any live-fire meal.

    Michiel Schuitemaker |