The Smoke that Built a City: A History of Kansas City BBQ
From Henry Perry’s pushcart to the Pendergast Jazz era and the rise of the great dynasties. This is the real story of the World's BBQ Capital.
The science of fire management, the math of meat, and the secrets of the real-deal BBQ lifestyle.
Exactly how much brisket or ribs to buy for your next party. No more running out.
Open Tool →Find the perfect smoke profile for your meat. Hickory, Oak, Mesquite, or Fruitwood?
Find My Smoke →From "Blue Smoke" to "The Stall"—learn the technical language of the low and slow lifestyle.
Learn the Lingo →
From Henry Perry’s pushcart to the Pendergast Jazz era and the rise of the great dynasties. This is the real story of the World's BBQ Capital.
Master the technical secrets of Kansas City BBQ. From the 50/50 wood blend to the double-smoke burnt end method and the science of the iconic lacquer finish.
Mesquite is the stick of dynamite in the BBQ world. Learn how to tame the high heat and pungent smoke of South Texas's favorite wood.
Break the salt and pepper rules. Learn why South Texas pitmasters use bold aromatics and coarse grinds to build a bark that stands up to the desert heat.