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5 Ways to Top a Steak (Photo Gallery)

For all the steak purists out there, salt and pepper is your best friend. However, here at BBQ Island we like to get a little creative from time to time. Slap on...

5 Ways to Top a Steak (Photo Gallery)

For all the steak purists out there, salt and pepper is your best friend. However, here at BBQ Island we like to get a little creative from time to time. Slap on...

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4 Grilling Tools You Can’t Live Without

They say a man is only as good as his tools. That saying is especially true when it comes to grilling. While seasoned barbecue competitors would argue that talent is...

4 Grilling Tools You Can’t Live Without

They say a man is only as good as his tools. That saying is especially true when it comes to grilling. While seasoned barbecue competitors would argue that talent is...

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Unique Backyard BBQ Recipes (Featuring Smoked Mac N’ Cheese)

Unique Backyard BBQ Recipes (Featuring Smoked M...

If there’s one side dish that’s sure to be a hit at your next BBQ cookout, it’s mac n’ cheese. Impress your friends with this unique and tasty smoked mac...

Unique Backyard BBQ Recipes (Featuring Smoked M...

If there’s one side dish that’s sure to be a hit at your next BBQ cookout, it’s mac n’ cheese. Impress your friends with this unique and tasty smoked mac...

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5 AZ Craft Beer & BBQ Pairings

5 AZ Craft Beer & BBQ Pairings

At BBQ Island, we’re big fans of Arizona’s craft beers – and not just because they’re local. The 48th state churns out some of the best brews in the Southwest. Several...

5 AZ Craft Beer & BBQ Pairings

At BBQ Island, we’re big fans of Arizona’s craft beers – and not just because they’re local. The 48th state churns out some of the best brews in the Southwest. Several...

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How to: Use a Kamado Grill

How to: Use a Kamado Grill

The Kamado grill is super versatile – from it’s ability to grill, bake, and smoke – it really does “roast” it’s competition. Josh Dae from BBQ Island goes into more...

How to: Use a Kamado Grill

The Kamado grill is super versatile – from it’s ability to grill, bake, and smoke – it really does “roast” it’s competition. Josh Dae from BBQ Island goes into more...

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Quiz: Match Your Meat to the Sauce

Meat and sauce are two of the most crucial ingredients for a BBQer. Master these, and you can mix-and-match almost anything cooked over coals. Nearly anyone – from novice grillers...

Quiz: Match Your Meat to the Sauce

Meat and sauce are two of the most crucial ingredients for a BBQer. Master these, and you can mix-and-match almost anything cooked over coals. Nearly anyone – from novice grillers...

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