It’s a cool night and you have everyone gathered around the fire. You strike the first match, anticipating the glorious blaze that will soon ignite everyone’s imagination. But instead, nothing but thick smoke billows from your carefully built pile of wood. Folks are coughing and rubbing their eyes as they step away from the fire…
The art of cooking with wood has been around for thousands of years. Although modern conveniences like microwaves and electric ovens have made cooking easier and quicker, they haven’t necessarily done us any favors when it comes to the flavors of our food. Perhaps this is one of the reasons that cooking with wood has…
Charcoal isn’t the only fuel you can use when grilling meats or veggies. While charcoal is certainly a popular choice, an alternative fuel source to consider is wood. Whether it’s whole logs, split logs, or chunks, high-quality wood excels in its ability to create a hot, clean fire. If you’re hesitant to switch away from…
Smoke is a byproduct that’s created when organic matter, including wood, burns. Whether you use a fireplace, a fire pit (including smokeless fire pits), a stove, or a chiminea, it will probably produce smoke. As a result, many people assume that it’s normal for wood-burning fires to produce lots of smoke. The reality, however, is…
One of the most glorious side items you can make is Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers! We’ll even use jalapeños from our own garden. And of course, we’ll also reverse-sear some delicious bratwursts.
It’s no secret that we love good food. Not only does it taste great, but delicious food brings people together and provides comfort during stressful times. Eating good food doesn’t require you to go to a restaurant. In fact, we think the best food you’ll ever eat can be cooked at home and over the…
Life has a way of moving fast, but we often make the greatest memories during the slow moments. If you’re looking for a way to slow down, relax, or connect with your family at home then we’ve got you covered. We’re writing this article during the Covid-19 pandemic, so many of you are already spending…
To successfully start a fire, whether indoors or outdoors, you need three things: tinder, kindling, and firewood. Tinder (sometimes called a fire starter): This is the initial ignition source, which burns hot and quickly, igniting the kindling. Kindling: Small sticks or wood that catch quickly and burn long enough to light the firewood. Firewood: The…
There is nothing more relaxing and comforting than a warm fire in your home when it is freezing outside. Winters can be quite harsh, especially for people living in places where these months bring ice-covered roads, freezing winds, and mountains of snow. A strong winter storm can knock out all the power lines in your…
We love ribs. Our first attempt was a huge success, largely because the 3-2-1 method makes cooking perfect ribs surprisingly easy. Read on for the directions, recipe, and lessons learned below!
We love pizza! If you’re like most people on the planet, you probably love pizza too. With the current surge in popularity of homemade pizzas, more and more families are investing in high-quality at-home pizza ovens especially, for those who insist on the traditional taste and texture of real Italian-style pizza, cooked in wood-fired pizza…
Pizza…who doesn’t love it? Cooking pizza in an outdoor oven has become all the rage for modern chefs and restaurants but, like many things in the food world, it’s really just a case of something very old being made new again. A cookbook uncovered from the ruins of Pompeii (79AD) includes a recipe for a…
Woodsmoke is one of the best “ingredients” you can add to your outdoor cooking recipes. Nothing enhances the flavors of meat or vegetables like a touch of flame and a blanket of clean, sweet smoke. Whether you’re cooking with wood only or using it to enhance your charcoal cooking (charcoal itself adds no flavor), the…
Fire. Mankind has depended on it for light, security, warmth, cooking, and practically every area of life and survival since our earliest ancestors learned how to control this seemingly magical substance. Even in our modern world, everything from family camping trips, to backyard fire circles, beach bonfires, and even a cozy living room on a…
Tampa, which is found on the west coast of The Sunshine State (Florida), is considered the economic hub of western Florida. The area is best known for its exciting tourist attractions, specifically, Busch Gardens, where visitors get the excitement of a zoo and amusement park all in one. Tampa is also known for the year-long…
At Cutting Edge, we love a great fire. Wood burning fires are not only our passion, but also essential when it comes to gathering with friends, fighting off the winter chill and cooking the perfect pizza. Our unmatched Cutting Edge Kiln Dried Firewood, unparalleled delivery service, and local firewood showroom provide you with an unequaled fire experience.
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