In the world of competition barbecue, there's a saying: “It's not the cooker, it's the cook.” That means that in a blind tasting, you can't tell if the end result was cooked in a modern ...

While using a grill is the most popular method of cooking outside, connoisseurs of slow-cooked meat will tell you that a smoker is the way to go. You don't have to buy another outdoor appliance to ...

Garth Richards used to be a barbecue guy. Then he had smoked tri-tip. Now he’s in the business of making customized smoker barrels at his home business: Garth’s Custom Barrels. He lives in Madera ...

Learn how to make tender, juicy beef ribs using the Bronco 2.0 Drum Smoker. From prepping the meat and managing airflow to building perfect smoke, this step-by-step guide delivers mouthwatering ...

Last time, we discussed the 55 gallon drum itself and some sources to buy one to build your Ugly Drum Smoker, or UDS. Finding a suitable drum takes some thought and perhaps a bit of driving around.