(Sorry, I couldn't help myself. My nephew is watching Cars, and I hear Cheech Marin's voice.)
Hello from beautiful Brookfield, WI!
In 2011, I bought a Char Griller Duo and smoked my first ribs - they turned out great! Well, at least the first time. As I added more meat, I had the typical COS problems: uneven heat, temperature issues. The only thing I miss on that beast is the side burner for starting charcoal. But hey, it got me started.
When I realized the Weber I had was better, I got a Smokenator. I maxed the capacity out and began eyeing the Pit Barrel Cooker. I finally took the plunge a week ago, and did 8 racks of baby backs for Father's Day. I also finally joined the Pitmaster Club; I am now wondering why it took me so long to do either.
I enjoy entertaining whether it's around smoked meat or not. I also like cooking for others. Oh, and mixing cocktails too. The photo in my profile is me enjoying a Mint Julep on Derby Day in my Keeneland julep cup (we have a party almost every year). I have a great family: a loving wife who goes along with my whims to invite people over (and probably outworks me during those occasions), and three teenage kids. My seventeen year-old son grilled for thirty people on his own when he was 12. My daughters bake a lot, including stuff you might see on Cupcake Wars. My wife is also great in the kitchen.
When I'm not grilling in season, I am probably watching baseball (my son or the Brewers). I coached for a few years, and like BBQ, baseball seemingly simple, laden with hidden details, and uniquely American. Otherwise, I'm probably listening to music on vinyl (it sounds way better - duh!), or watching a movie (often something old). During those activities, you are likely to find a libation near me.
Happy cooking, and thanks for the welcome!
Allen
(AKA A-Stre)
Hello from beautiful Brookfield, WI!
In 2011, I bought a Char Griller Duo and smoked my first ribs - they turned out great! Well, at least the first time. As I added more meat, I had the typical COS problems: uneven heat, temperature issues. The only thing I miss on that beast is the side burner for starting charcoal. But hey, it got me started.
When I realized the Weber I had was better, I got a Smokenator. I maxed the capacity out and began eyeing the Pit Barrel Cooker. I finally took the plunge a week ago, and did 8 racks of baby backs for Father's Day. I also finally joined the Pitmaster Club; I am now wondering why it took me so long to do either.
I enjoy entertaining whether it's around smoked meat or not. I also like cooking for others. Oh, and mixing cocktails too. The photo in my profile is me enjoying a Mint Julep on Derby Day in my Keeneland julep cup (we have a party almost every year). I have a great family: a loving wife who goes along with my whims to invite people over (and probably outworks me during those occasions), and three teenage kids. My seventeen year-old son grilled for thirty people on his own when he was 12. My daughters bake a lot, including stuff you might see on Cupcake Wars. My wife is also great in the kitchen.
When I'm not grilling in season, I am probably watching baseball (my son or the Brewers). I coached for a few years, and like BBQ, baseball seemingly simple, laden with hidden details, and uniquely American. Otherwise, I'm probably listening to music on vinyl (it sounds way better - duh!), or watching a movie (often something old). During those activities, you are likely to find a libation near me.
Happy cooking, and thanks for the welcome!
Allen
(AKA A-Stre)
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