Rub Memphis Dust: A Symphony of Spice for Your Barbecue The aroma of wood smoke and perfectly seasoned meat is, for me, the smell of pure happiness. It’s a scent that transports me back to humid summer afternoons spent in my grandfather’s backyard, the air thick with anticipation as his legendary barbecue slowly came to … Read more
The Art of the Dry Rub: Six Flavor-Packed Blends to Elevate Your Grilling There’s a primal satisfaction in the sizzle of meat on a grill, a sound that, for me, is deeply intertwined with childhood summers and the smoky aroma that would waft from my grandfather’s backyard. He wasn’t a fancy chef by any means, … Read more
Wood-Smoked Turkey Legs on the Stove Top: A Flavor Revelation There’s a certain magic that happens when smoke kisses meat, transforming the ordinary into something truly spectacular. For me, that magic is most potent when it comes to turkey legs, especially when I can conjure that deep, smoky essence right in my own kitchen. I … Read more
Wing Powder | Buffalo Wing Dry Rub There are certain flavors that just transport you. For me, the tangy, spicy, savory explosion of a perfectly executed Buffalo wing is one of them. It’s a flavor that’s synonymous with game days, casual get-togethers, and that irresistible, slightly messy, finger-licking joy. I remember one particular Super Bowl … Read more
West Coast Dry Rub With Salmon: A Taste of the Pacific The salty kiss of the Pacific, the whisper of cedar smoke, and the subtle dance of herbs and spices – these are the memories that come to mind whenever I craft this West Coast Dry Rub with Salmon. I recall one particularly memorable summer … Read more
Rub a Dub-Dub: The Secret Weapon for Flavorful Meats I still remember the first time I truly understood the transformative power of a good meat rub. It was at a smoky barbecue joint, tucked away on a dusty backroad, where the pulled pork was so tender it practically melted on the fork and the ribs … Read more
Uncle Roger’s Cajun Spice: A Frontier of Flavor The aroma of a well-seasoned grill, the sizzle of perfectly seared seafood, the comforting warmth of a slow-cooked stew – these are the olfactory hallmarks of a kitchen alive with flavor. For years, my restaurant kitchen was a symphony of such aromas, and at the heart of … Read more
Recreating Ruby Tuesday’s Memphis Dry Rub Ribs: A Taste of Smoky Perfection I still remember the first time I experienced Ruby Tuesday’s “Hang Off The Plate Ribs®.” It was a summer evening, the air thick with the promise of a thunderstorm, and the restaurant buzzed with a comforting Friday night energy. When that colossal portion … Read more