Grilling Guides & Techniques
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Mastering Aerodynamic Brisket Trimming: Step-by-Step Masterclass
How to carve away hard deckle fat, square rounded corners, and shape brisket for smooth smoke flow.
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Verified D2B Pitmaster
Pitmaster Dave
Founder & Certified KCBS Master BBQ Judge
Dave has spent over two decades mastering the nuances of wood smoke, airflow dynamics, and traditional American barbecue. As a certified Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS) master judge and lifelong stick-burner enthusiast, Dave founded D2B Grill to share authentic, science-backed pitmaster techniques with backyard cooks nationwide.
🏅 Certified KCBS Master BBQ Judge
🏅 20+ Years Stick-Burner Experience
🏅 Texas & KC Competition Veteran
Core Specialties: Whole Packer Brisket, Texas Beef Dino Ribs, Offset Smokers, Post Oak Smoke Science
Guides & Recipes Tested by Pitmaster Dave
177 Published Works
Grilling Guides & Techniques
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Pork BBQ & Ribs
🪵 Hickory
Kansas City Molasses Sweet Smoked Pork Shank Confit
Master this juicy and tender kansas city molasses sweet smoked pork shank confit with mouthwatering bark, r...
Beef BBQ & Smoked Meats
🪵 Cherry & Oak
Coffee & Chili Rubbed Smoked Prime Rib Roast with Garlic Herb Crust
Learn how to cook this legendary coffee & chili rubbed smoked prime rib roast with garlic herb crust with a...
Beef BBQ & Smoked Meats
🪵 Lump Charcoal
Ultra Low & Slow (225°F) Cast Iron Smash Burgers with Secret Burger Sauce
Learn how to cook this legendary ultra low & slow (225°f) cast iron smash burgers with secret burger sauce ...
Beef BBQ & Smoked Meats
🪵 Hickory
Hot & Fast Competition (275°F) Kansas City Burnt Ends from Smoked Brisket Point
Learn how to cook this legendary hot & fast competition (275°f) kansas city burnt ends from smoked brisket ...
Poultry & Chicken
🪵 Applewood
Sweet Chipotle Glazed Smoked Chicken Drumstick Lollipops
Achieve golden, crispy skin and incredibly juicy meat with this step-by-step sweet chipotle glazed smoked c...
Pork BBQ & Ribs
🪵 Applewood
Peach & Bourbon Sticky Glazed Smoked Pork Riblets with Sweet BBQ Mop
Master this juicy and tender peach & bourbon sticky glazed smoked pork riblets with sweet bbq mop with mout...
Sides & Desserts
🪵 Pecan
Homestyle Cast Iron Jalapeño Cheddar Buttermilk Cornbread
Crispy crust baked in hot cast iron with fresh jalapeños, sharp cheddar, and honey butter.
Grilling Guides & Techniques
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Essential Tips for The Insulated Cooler Rest: Why Holding Brisket Changes Everything
Why resting large barbecued meats in warm coolers for 2 to 6 hours tenderizes collagen and locks in juices.
Seafood on the Grill
🪵 Applewood
Garlic Herb Butter Basted Smoked Sea Scallops Wrapped in Thin Bacon
Delightful, smoky, and tender: master garlic herb butter basted smoked sea scallops wrapped in thin bacon w...
Sauces, Rubs & Marinades
🪵 Red Oak
Small-Batch Santa Maria Valley Tri-Tip Garlic Seasoning
Elevate your barbecue game with this small-batch santa maria valley tri-tip garlic seasoning, crafted with ...
Grilling Guides & Techniques
🪵 Cherrywood
Essential Tips for The Reverse Sear Method for Edge-to-Edge Pink Steaks
Why low temperature smoking followed by screaming hot cast-iron searing beats traditional steak grilling.