Life as a BBQ Guru | Steven Raichlen | Barbecue University

Steven Raichlen is a legend in the world of meat and all things BBQ. I’ll wager there isn’t anyone reading this right now who hasn’t heard of him. Furthermore, I’ll wager that many of you have one of his many BBQ books on your shelf right now. He’s a best selling author of incredible cook books such as ‘Project Smoke’, ‘The Barbecue Bible’, and most recently, ‘How to Grill Vegetables’. A foodie obsessed with smoking food and cooking outdoors, Steven is a BBQ guru whose delicious recipes have inspired millions around the world, including hundreds of thousands of BBQ pilgrims who’ve attended Barbecue University, now at the Broadmoor Resort in Colorado Springs. There, the happy few at each year’s event learn how to smoke brisket, pork belly and a prime rib roast, and of course, how to grill the perfect steak. And of course, let’s not forget all the TV shows. He’s been the host and star of 3 seasons of public television’s ‘Project Smoke’, and before that, 4 seasons of PBS’ ‘BBQ University’. Being fluent in French, he’s also hosted his own cooking show in Quebec. Did I mention that he also has 5 James Beard Awards? Yes, five! In this full episode of the Smoking Hot Confessions BBQ Podcast, Steven and I get into:• Why Steven loves lamb and what he cooks it on (3:35) His tour through Europe, studying medieval cooking (5:30) What’s up with Cambodian grilled eggs? (9:50) The most exotic foods he’s encountered in his travels (16:09) Barbecue University, the original BBQ school (22:24) Smoked Cocktails - yes, it’s a thing! (30:36) Steven’s tips for grilling vegetables and a Thanksgiving Turkey (41:24) This episode of the Smoking Hot Confessions BBQ Podcast is proudly brought to you by our Podcast Partner, JAGRD Woodfired Smoker Ovens. If you’re looking for your next Barbeque, smoker or grill, be sure to check them out. They have a wide range of well-performing units available, and love doing custom work and commercial kit outs as well. Check out: https://jagrdwoodfired.com.au    If you would like to become a Podcast Partner we’d love to hear from you. Send Ben an email at [email protected] and let’s get that conversation started! To get your free copy of 'The Beginners Guide to Real BBQ', including some smoked meat recipes, head to: https://smokinghotconfessions.com