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Got another email from the Fruita folks. They got swamped with orders after the announcement, so they've taken the website down and not taking any more orders until April. They will do inventory at that time and sell off what's left, but in large lots of 30 & 45 lbs boxes.

Killer!

I checked my inventory and ordered mesquite and apple chunks. I noticed that they aren't offering the mixed boxes anymore. So, I ended up having to order 10 lbs of each.

I was just about to post that notification as well. I'm happy for their retirement, but it sucks for us BBQ'ers, as they were a great source for smoking woods. Anyone got a "Plan B?"

Super Bowl means WINGS! Half with dry rub (Hot Wing Rub) and half marinated in Jamaican jerk sauce.

Are those bricks inside of the weber ring? Purpose?

I've tried the splits, but found them generally too big, so I stick to the regular chunks.

I'm also a fan of Fruita Wood. I stick to the "classics" - peach, cherry, apple, mesquite, post oak and hickory. I still have a bit of coffee wood from Dennis. I wish that I could still get pimento wood chunks for doing jerk chicken. I only have a few pieces left.

I typically cook out all year round, but this year has been brutal. We had windchills in the negative teens most days this past month. But, the good news is that it looks like we're back to "normal" winter weather for the forecasted future.

We FINALLY broke out of the deep freeze. It was 50F yesterday - HURRAY! So you know what that means - fire up the KK! The actual 1st cook of 2025 - that's how long it's been too cold here to grill out! Nothing crazy, just a simple pork chop on the lower grate. Meat Church Holy Gospel rub. Plated with Carribean rice and sauteed green beans with a caprese salad.

I have one of these baskets. This might be what you're looking for? But, you will need the KK rotisserie rod for it. https://www.amazon.com/only-fire-Rotisserie-Basket/dp/B07CDR3DJ4

I cheat and buy corned beef briskets when they go on sale right after St. Pat's day. Rinse off their spices and coat with the coarse black pepper and coriander seeds.

I'd eat that!

The blend is called "Ras El Hanout" - which means "top of the shelf." The best spices that a shop sells. Typically contains a LOT of ingredients (up to 20-ish), including flower petals (roses, etc.) It's usually doesn't have the same heat level as a Berbere. Everyone has their own blend for it, so you might have to look around to find one that hits the mark for you. These folks might be a good start for you. https://www.amazon.com/Ras-El-Hanout-2-0-Oz/dp/B000FVCVS8/

A quick search discovers the reason for your "find" at the clearance shop - none of the 3 sauces are being made right now. Not available on their website nor on Amazon. 😪

That's one of the few rabbit holes on this site that I have successfully avoided!

@DennisLinkletter - I assume that you meant the knife and not the Seinfeld character! 🤣

You usually see it presented upright in a ring with those poofy chef's hats on the ends of the bones, typically stuffed with something in the middle. Crown Roast of Pork.

Way to go @MacKenzie !!

What a nice birthday dinner! YUM!

Bend test is the way to go!

Welcome to the Obsession! You're off to a great start!! It never gets old, btw!

Nailed it! Plus, the outcome is not as dependent on the time & temperature as we think. That's why we tell new folks DON'T CHASE THE TEMPERATURE! You just get frustrated trying to hit an exact target and in the end, it really doesn't matter that much. As the old saying goes, Close Enough for Government Work!

@remi - sorry for the accident, but glad that you're back in the KK saddle. Nice cook! @5698k - Robert, that steak looks PERFECT!