5 comments about America's Best BBQ: 100 Recipes from America's Best Smokehouses, Pits, Shacks, Rib Joints, Roadhouses, and Restaurants.

1. This book is great because it takes all the best BBQ recipes from around the nation and fits them into one book. However, there is a problem in that all the recipes use specific ingredients geared towards their own region. So recipes are either easily made or you will have to substitute ingredients. This recipe book is organized well and easy to read. It tells interesting facts about many BBQ places from around the world. My favorite recipe had to be from Williamson Bros. in Georgia. This book actually makes you feel like you have been to each BBQ restaurant or that you wish you were there as you're reading.



2. My family loves barbecue. We've taken road trips and lengthy detours to try new BBQ restaurants and visit old favorites. We've visited a few of the places in this book, and our all-time favorite--Ridgewood Barbecue in Bluff City, TN--is included. But this book is more than just a guide for travelers looking for good BBQ: it's a scrapbook of barbecue culture, with photos and history notes. It also includes 100 recipes--some original "top secret" and some "copycat" versions--for the specialties of each restaurant. Each pair of facing pages includes details about a restaurant, photos, and a recipe or two.
   
   The book is divided into sections as a menu is: Starters, Main Dishes, Sides and Condiments, and Desserts. The Starters chapter includes recipes for traditional and regional favorites such as onion rings, Brunswick stew, burgoo, and Rocky Mountain oysters. Main Dishes, of course, is all about the 'cue: ribs, pulled pork, barbecued pig snout, and more. The Sides and Condiments section is not only cole slaw--white, pink, red, you name it--but also baked beans, cornbread, hushpuppies, and potatoes. Dessert recipes include Lexington banana pudding, bread pudding, apple crisp, and fried peach pies.
   
   I highly recommend this book!



3. I own quite a few BBQ books. That's because I'm what's referred to as a "Pellet Head". I've been trying to learn BBQ techniques for a couple of years. That is what attracted me to this book.
   
   This book is a bit unique for a BBQ book. It's so pretty that it's almost a coffee table book. That surprised me, since most BBQ books are no nonsense, functional endeavors.
   
   "America's Best BBQ" offers up "selected" recipes from famous, semi-famous and even some obscure BBQ restaurants. But don't expect your favorite BBQ joint to give up their signature dishes. However, the recipes that are included are interesting. And since there are many restaurants in here, the whole adds up to a lot of decent looking recipes.
   
   Frankly I was a little disappointed at first. I had hoped to find some "signature" dish recipes. But once I got over that, it was clear that the book covers a lot of ground and offered up some pretty unique perspectives and interesting ideas.
   
   Pros:
   * It's really pretty
   * There are a lot of varied and even surprising ideas
   * It gives me ideas of new place to try when I travel.
   
   Cons:
   * Don't expect your favorite restaurant to give up their signature dishes.
   * Some of the recipes are vague and assume you know a lot about BBQ.
   
   All in all, a good, interesting book for anyone wanting to BBQ or looking for a new BBQ joint to try out.



4. BBQ, for afficianados, isn't just one thing. Different parts of the country have completely different definitions of what is "barbecue" -- from the tomato-based sauces of spicy Kansas City ribs to the vinegar-laden smokehouse pork of eastern North Carolina.
   
   This book is a comprehensive look at what barbecue means to the different regions and styles, and includes some fabulously tasty recipes for each so that you can recreate it at home without having to travel to experience it. The survey of the culture surrounding barbecue is also fun to read, and if you're trivia-minded, it's great for filling the bank of tidbits to throw out the next time someone throws something on the grill.
   
   Very worth a look if you're a carnivore. :)



5. This book presents a wide range of unpretentious recipes from across the U.S. It is something that could only have come from all these places and sampled a large variety of local foods. The story alone is enough to make it an good book.

5 comments about BBQ USA: 425 Fiery Recipes from All Across America.

1. This is a EXCELLENT book! loaded with wonderful recipes and grilling/smoking ideas. Would highly recommend.



2. My order came in the promised time frame
   The order was correct
   Thanks



3. I enjoy preparing the delicious BBQ following the time-tested techniques in this book while learning about the characters and places across the US where the recipes originate.



4. I bought this book for my husband for Christmas...he was a big fan of the show and we already tried a few of the recipes. Yummy!!



5. This book was in great condition. The delivery was on time and I will be a returning customer. Thank You

5 comments about Serious Barbecue: Smoke, Char, Baste, and Brush Your Way to Great Outdoor Cooking.

1. I love this cookbook--everything I have made so far has gotten rave reviews. I also appreciate a cookbook author that not only provides killer recipes, but also educates along the way.
   
   One of the secrets to the great results is the way the spices and flavors are layered on in multiple steps. Are the recipes overly involved--I don't think so--the recipes go beyond the one-step marinade or one-step rub type recipe, but the results are worth the extra effort. There are certainly recipes that can take all day or all weekend to prepare, but there are others like the tri-tip or pork loin that I have made on a week night.
   
   The only ding is the cookbook itself. It lacks a table of contents, which I miss when I am not sure what I want to cook or am looking for something new to try. The biggest annoyance is that the cookbook does not have a lay-flat binding, so its kinda a pain to work with, but don't let either of these issues dissuade you from getting this cookbook.



2. This good book for people who like to grill and smoke food. I recomend this book to them



3. Everthing I have tried has been Great, he likes to layer flavors, this book is amazing, it will make you a better cook, and meat expert, Thank You Chef Lang



4. Listened to the author on a few podcasts and was compelled to get the book. Great BBQ book.



5. I PURCHASED THIS AS A LAST MINUTE CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR MY HUBAND AND HE WAS THRILLED WITH IT. WE HAVE MADE A FEW OF THE RECIPES, BUT REALLY LOOKING FORWARD TO COOKING MORE ONCE SUMMER HITS.

5 comments about Paul Kirk's Championship Barbecue: Barbecue Your Way to Greatness with 575 Lip-Smackin' Recipes from the Baron of Barbecue.

1. The book is loaded with recipes and Paul's appreciation for his own success. Paul is one of the top BBQr's around. You get allot of book for the money. I give the book a B+, there are a few A books on my bookshelf. If you are really into BBQ, this is a good book. If you only own a few, suggest you seek out Mike Mills or John Willingam.



2. Paul Kirk is the man. This dude knows his 'que. this book is a blessing! Steve Reichlan is good, but Paul Kirk is REAL! He's got great information on the world of competition bbq, even down to the proper lettuce to serve your ribs to judges on. Its filled with legendary bbq recipes passed down from chefs to backwoods smokers from down south. As an amateur BBQ competitor myself, I found this to be filled with all information that I need to compete (he even gives you websites for info) as well as classic time tested recipes from rubs, to mustard slathers, to the difference between all the cuts of meat! This guy is legit. If you're interested in the world of real BBQ and competitions, its all in this book. Smoke your face off!



3. This book is fantastic. We have already tried a lot of the recipes and agree that this is Championship 5 star barbeque.



4. I bought this book on a hunch that it might have good BBQ sauce recipes in it. It turned out to be a very good cookbook in my opinion cause i love BBQ. Well written and informative. Most people probably have heard of Paul Kirk before they purchased the book but I had not. Im not sure what I was comparing it against when i rated it I have three other BBQ books and this one seems to be more advanced than the others. The rating purely comes from recipe quality and information. For BBQ of course.



5. I have heard nothing but praise from my dad about this book and my husband. Andrew says it is the best Barbeque book he has ever had and that is saying quite alot he has 4 other barbeque books! He loves this book.Finally someone who really understands barbeque and can explain it to others. great recipes!!! this book is a 5 star for sure!!
   This review was written by Andrew's wife and I got a book for my dad as well. They both love the book.

5 comments about The Korean Table: From Barbecue to Bibimbap 100 Easy-To-Prepare Recipes.

1. If you're looking for not only ingredient lists and recipes, but also an appreciation for Korean cuisine, I highly recommend The Korean Table: From Barbeque to Bibimbap. The author's have done a fantastic job of providing the reader with a good list of pantry items so that preparation is easy. The recipes are simple, yet delicious! Find yourself a good Asian grocery market, stock up on the essentials and then enjoy your creations!



2. This book is amazing! The photos are vivid and beautiful, the writing is excellent and clear. The recipes are absolutely delicious. A MUST for any cook's bookshelf.



3. Got this book from library first and used it so much I decided to buy it. It's rare that I want to make every recipe in a cook book, but that's the case here. I wanted to learn about Korean food and, living in Los Angeles, I have access to a rich, authentic Korean community. I use this book to guide me in Korean markets. The recipes are easy to follow, they always work and they're very tasty. For anyone who wants to expand their cooking repertoire to include this great cuisine, I recommend this book. (Also, compared it to others in the library and this was my favorite.)



4. Excellent. Terrific recipes accompanied by outstanding photographs of the finished dish. Most recipes are quite savory; few are rip the skin off your lips fiery hot. If you like or are interested in Korean dishes I highly recommend.



5. I read this book on loan from my library and am glad I didn't spend the money for it. While a good looking book, the assumption made is that one cannot obtain many of the Korean varieties of ingredients so substitution for non authentic and more easily obtainable ingredients is rampant.
   Whenever ever one sees dual authorship, I become suspect as invariably a Western food writer is teamed with an ethnic cook to produce a book that is based on sales projections and not based on providing knowledge about an ethnic cuisine. There are a number of much more authentic and better Korean cookbooks on the market that use authentic ingredients which are much more readily available in the US today.
   But if you want a simple book with nice pictures and don't care that the recipes are as authentic as Cantonese cooking is to Chinese cooking, then maybe this book is for you!

5 comments about Bobby Flay's Grill It!.

1. The book arrived timely and in the described condition. It has loads of great recipes at all levels of ability. This one should be in your collection.



2. Bobby Flay is a wondrous chef. He is creative and his recipes are written for the home cook. They are doable and duplicatable.



3. This book is now my new favorite. I've only made a few recipes out of it so far but they were awesome. Would recommend to anyone!



4. This book is awesome!!!! If you grill ever you need this! It has everything you could ever possibly grill, even dessert! Great big pictures and easy to follow directions! Love it!!



5. Thia was the first time I had ever ordered something on Amazon.com. I needed help from a fellow worker to help me through the process.
   
   I placed my order around 9:15am on Friday, December 11th and I received my book before 11am Saturday morning, December 12th. A very nice surprise.
   
   I will use Amazon again and especially appreciated the ratings system to aid in my decision making.

5 comments about Weber's Real Grilling: Over 200 Original Recipes, Each with a Color Photo.

1. Whether a beginner or a seasoned griller, this is a great addition to any collection.



2. I found this book at my local supermarket of all places and its a jewel: every dish has a gorgeous serving photo and every recipe I have tried (== lots) has so far been a winner. Purviance goes into a good but not overly lurid technical detail about what you are and shouldn't be doing when grilling. The recipes are straightforward and keep to a fairly consistent set of staple ingredients. I have wished at times there was a bit more recipes for tri-tip in there, but overall the cuts and types of meat used are a pretty wide survey and each common cut is touched on at least once in the book. He's done the cook a favor by breaking out rubs and sauces used in some of the recipes into their own section so you can mix and match and as a result, nearly everything coming out of my kitchen in the last month has had a bit of pork rub thrown on it. Nothing bad to say about this book: I consider it as fundamental to the kitchen as "The Joy of Cooking".



3. I bought "Real Grilling" with my new grill last year as kind of an add on. In the more than a year that has passed, "Real Grilling" has become the most used cookbook in the house. From the "Bourbon barbecued Rib-Eye Steaks" that I made 2 nights ago, to the "Cedar Plank Salmon" my daughter asked for last month when home from college to the "shrimp tacos" that had everyone thinking I was a great chef, this book is full of great recipes that are well illustrated and easy to follow. There is something for everyone in this book. If you need a grilling Bible, get this book. In addition to great recipes, the author covers basics about different types of grills and adds many rub and marinate recipes as well. The only downside, as others have noted, my book is in several pieces from being used so much. I have considered making a looseleaf binder of the pages myself, but if the publisher would make a spiral version that would be helpful.



4. I love the recipes.
   The book is full of great information.
   
   The binding is terrible as all the pages are coming out of the book.
   And there is no room to 3 hole punch the pages and put them in a binder.



5. Should be included in a Grill Master's library. Perfect for the novice and advanced outdoor chef. Easy to use and easy to understand.

5 comments about Down Home with the Neelys: A Southern Family Cookbook.

1. I recently purchasd the Neely's cook book and was very pleased. They give great tips, even better recipies and a good laugh at times too. The recipes are easy to read and come out great! They are all about love,family and food. If you want true good down home cooking then the Neely's is where it is at. Enjoy!



2. I love this cookbook! I love watching the Neely's and this book is just as fun! Lots of mouthwatering recipes and great pictures!



3. I highly recommend this book. It contains delicious easy everyday homecooking receipies that can be made within a short period of time and with incredients that are in everyones pantry. It also contains an autobiography of the authors which is comical and heart warming.



4. The book came as ordered and was new as described. If you have doubts about ordering from Amazon, doubt no more, it's legit!



5. I bought this for my boyfriend for xmas, and it was a hit! He has read several of the recipes and can't wait to actually cook some! He was so glad to get this cook book as an xmas gift!

5 comments about Big Bob Gibson's BBQ Book: Recipes and Secrets from a Legendary Barbecue Joint.

1. Years ago, while marveling at an incredible --ok, so I'm boasting a little -- supper, my step daughter asked where I went to cooking school. I said I did not go to culinary school, I just learned to read, thus began my love affair with cookbooks that made meals simple. The latest in that love affair is Chris Lilly's master piece Big Bob Gibson's BBQ cookbook. Not only are the recipes easy to follow but there are step by step pictures, making it an instant man-read. He also takes the novice into the secret world of slow and low BBQ with a guiding hand, exploring rubs and building on them. If you like bbq, this is a book for a lifetime of good cooking and eating. A great gift for the person who has nothing or everything.RediCheck Remote Cooking Thermometer w/Taste Settings



2. This book has it all - stories that describe the legend of Big Bob Gibson's, matched with awesome recipes that share Chris Lilly's proven tips and techniques. One for your shelf you'll pull down to use all the time.



3. Great cookbook. I bought 2 of these cookbooks for my grown children who grew up eating at Big Bob Gibson's. Now I have to order one for myself!



4. I'm new to "low and slow" BBQ and recently purchased a Weber Smoker Mountain smoker. I have a handful of BBQ books and this is by far my favorite. Chris Lilly weaves interesting history, gorgeous pictures and classic recipes into a very concise and user friendly manual. You even get the feeling he's (almost) giving away family secrets. I have smoked up a few of his recipes to date (Gibson's baby back ribs, whole chickens with white bbq sauce) and they came out great. We even made his bbq sauce from scratch and his fantastic red-skin potato salad.
   
   What's remarkable is the simplicity of many recipes. Plus, this book doesn't overwhelm you with 20+ ways to cook ribs, etc. Instead, the focus is on a handful of the most popular, or successful recipes, from each major meat category - plus quite a few classic side dishes and his famous sauces and rubs. Along with the Weber smoker online community, I feel this book allowed me to quickly jump into bbq with pretty good results.



5. I'm from the South. That being said, I believe this to be one of the more complete books on barbecue. It's loaded with tips from a real, practicing pit master. There's page after page of recipes and practical information that both beginning and master barbecue enthusiasts can put to use. The price for this plethora of information is a very good value. Lots of color photos and instructions. There's lots of barbecue history, based mostly on the restaurant. Would I buy this book again? YES, Absolutely! In fact, I bought one for my step-son for his birthday. Buy it; you will not be disappointed.

5 comments about Meat Smoking And Smokehouse Design.

1. Yes this is the most extensive book on the design of smokers I have ever found and I used his plans to build a smoker out of a concrete drain pipe.I now have to smoke and cook in secret because if my friends find out they invite themselves for dinner. It has alot of old style smoking that gives you insight on techniques of smoking and how to's if buiding a smoker. Illastrations on all types of fires and fire boxes with theory of what is being accomplished. He has come out with a 2nd edition which bring in the subjects of BBQ and grilling.



2. Any serious cook interested in smoking meats will find Meat Smoking and Smokehouse Design an outstanding survey of cooking and smoking meats according to US Government standards. From making brines and building barbecues to creating recipes without chemicals and designing a smokehouse, this is technical enough to satisfy even professional chefs, and is a top pick not so much for casual collections but for avid culinary neo-pro libraries.



3. I will say that this is a fantastic book. But without taking anything away from the book, I found out that the techniques of this book are for use in much colder county than I am in. I was hoping to learn how to smoke more naturally witout the use of nitrites, but that seems to not be belief of this text. I do not know if there are any alternatives to nitrites, but I will research to find out. If there are, then the book should add it on next release.
   Although I cook a lot, I had quite an awakening reading the food handling information found in this book. That information makes the book a valuable source of information on its own.
   I just wish I were in a more northern latitude rather than the tropics where proper smoking technique cannot be done.



4. Ok. Not bad, but pretty basic and can the get information off the web for free. Luckily I got a good deal on Amozon as I wouldn't want to pay full price. Still interesting.



5. I now understand the concepts of smoking meat-I thought it was a process of cooking but it is preserving that is totally different than applying heat. Great book.