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Below is our ever-growing collection of articles related to meat cuts, herbs, spices, and all the ingredients we use when cooking outdoors.

You will find guides on how to identify different cuts of meat, how to prepare rubs and sauces, info on various herbs and spices, and more.

Denver steak grilled, sliced and placed on a large meat cleaver.
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What is Denver Steak? A Tasty New Kid on the Butchers Block!

The Denver cut steak was only 'discovered' a few short years ago, is new to most of us but is absolutely fantastic. It is well-marbled, flavorsome, and tender, and should be on everybody's shortlist of favorite steaks…and probably will be after trying one. Learn all about it here.

Skewered picanha steak on a chopping board with veg in background.
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What is Picanha? A Detailed Guide with How to Cook it, Plus Recipes

Picanha steak is a Brazilian favorite, sublime with chimichurri, and a cut you really should seek out and try for yourself if you haven’t yet! Learn where it comes from on the cow, alternative names, where to buy it, and how to cook it with three top recipes.

Grilled flat iron steak, sliced and on a black background.
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What is Flat Iron Steak? Where to Buy and How to Cook it

Flat iron steak is a well-marbled, rich tasting thick cut taken from the chuck primal, that would make you think it's tough as old boots? But it's surprisingly tender! Learn all about it, alternative names, how to cook it, where to buy it and more.

Hanger steak on a slate chopping board with some pink pepper.
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What is Hanger Steak? Uses, How to Cook it, and More

In this article, we look at the hanger steak, covering what it is, where it comes from, why that name, alternative names, how to source it, how to cook it, and more. By the end, you’ll be a hanger expert, and I’m sure you will want to sample some!

A porterhouse and ribeye steak on a cutting board, with vine tomatoes, greens, and salt.
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Porterhouse vs Ribeye, What’s the Difference and Which is Best?

Porterhouse and ribeye are both epic prime cut steaks worthy of being on any menu. But which is best? Why and when would you choose one over the other? Which has more flavor? Which is the leanest or healthiest cut? We answer all this and more below.

skirt steak vs flank steak, in two photos side by side, both on a slate board with herbs and spices.
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Skirt Steak Vs Flank Steak, Which is Best? How do they Differ?

Skirt steak and flank steak often get confused, probably due to them being so little known. So we thought we’d clear up the confusion in this comparison. Read on if you want to know the differences between them, and become an expert in these two lesser-known cuts.

A smoked and sliced wagyu brisket on a cutting board.
Brisket

What is Wagyu Beef? What Makes it so Special and so Loved?

Wagyu beef is widely regarded as the best in the world, and it’s certainly up there with the most expensive! Epic marbling and flavor, it’s a luxury and a treat. Combine that with the king of low n slow smoked meats to get Wagyu brisket? Now we’re talking epic!

USDA graded fillet steak on a chopping board with a Japanese style knife.
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USDA beef grades, How They’re Decided, and What They Mean

When you are faced with buying choice, select, or prime beef, do you know what this means and what the difference is? There are, in fact, eight different grades of beef as determined by the USDA, based on meat maturity and level of marbling. Here’s what they all mean.

Close up of some smoked beef short ribs on a wooden chopping board.
Ribs

Types of Beef Ribs — Their Differences and What to Tell Your Butcher

Beef ribs have a real caveman element about them, are unctuous, flavor-packed, and are always real crowd-pleasers. But did you know there are different types, that are very different in size and how you would cook and present them? Learn all about these BBQ’ers favorites in this guide.

A raw prime rib and a raw bone in ribeye, side by side in two separate photos.
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Prime Rib vs Ribeye — What’s the Difference?

Prime rib and ribeye may look similar, but they are different cuts that should be treated and cooked differently. But how do they differ? When would you choose one over the other? Why do we have to cook them differently? We answer all your questions below.

Prime rib on a chopping board with a few sprigs of fresh rosemary.
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What is Prime Rib? Where Does it Come From? How to Buy the Best

Prime rib, also known as a standing rib roast, is cut from the rib primal. It’s usually roasted bone-in as an impressive centerpiece for a dinner party, and it’s a fantastic cut for grilling or smoking if your aim is to impress. Learn all about it here.

A porterhouse steak on the grill.
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Porterhouse vs T Bone Steak — Differences and How to Cook Them

Porterhouses are T-bones, but not all T-bones are Porterhouses. Confusing?! We do away with the confusion in this guide by discussing the differences between these two premium steaks. We also discuss how to buy, select and prepare each, and how to cook them.