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Michael Dougherty

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Which Cut of Steak Is the Best?

Posted by Michael Dougherty on Feb 11, 2016 8:00:00 AM

Have you ever found yourself looking at a menu or at a grocery store meat counter wondering, "What's the difference between all these meats? What makes one better than the other? Man, I'm hungry..." Well, we may not be able to help you with that last part, but we can certainly help you understand the differences in cuts of meat and explain what makes one better than the other.

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Topics: Grills, Cooking Tips

Unleash Your Inner Grill-Master with These Grilling Tips

Posted by Michael Dougherty on Feb 4, 2016 8:00:00 AM

Anyone can throw a piece of meat on the grill, but where's the magic in that? Sure, the meat is going to be pretty good on it's own, but it won't be bursting with flavor and may end up even being a little dry (*gasp*). Thankfully you won't have to worry about that because we're here to help you unleash your inner grill-master!

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Topics: Grills, Cooking Tips

4 DIY Recipes for Green Cleaning Products

Posted by Michael Dougherty on Feb 1, 2016 1:51:17 PM

When you have an outdoor kitchen, you don't want to clean with harsh chemicals. Think about it, after one spray of a chemical-based cleaner or after one rain shower, those chemicals will quickly find their way into our air, soil, and water. Instead, take the green cleaning route; you'll be able to disinfect just as well without potential harm to your family and our environment.

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Topics: Outdoor Lifestyle

5 Outdoor Kitchen Must-Haves

Posted by Michael Dougherty on Jan 21, 2016 8:00:00 AM

What good is a brand new outdoor kitchen or barbecue island without pots, pans, utensils, and gadgets for you to create great meals with?  If you've been wondering what you need to put on your shopping list to stock your kitchen, we can help! No kitchen is complete without...

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How to Use Your Outdoor Kitchen in Fall & Winter

Posted by Michael Dougherty on Jan 7, 2016 7:46:10 AM

Have you been considering installing an outdoor kitchen or living space but aren't sure if it's a good investment? You may be thinking you could only use it in the Spring and Summer leaving it untouched for nearly half the year, but that couldn't be further from the truth! There are so many ways you can still enjoy your outdoor kitchen even in sweater weather! For example, you can still...

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Topics: Outdoor Lifestyle, Cooking Tips

Charcoal vs. Gas Grills: The Heated Debate

Posted by Michael Dougherty on Jan 7, 2016 7:41:05 AM

The only question more highly debated than, "Which came first: the chicken or the egg?" is, "Which is better: gas or charcoal grills?"

Grillers since the dawn of time have argued over whether charcoal or gas is really the best way to barbecue, and we’re here today to give you the lowdown.

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Topics: Grills

What Were 2015's 4 Biggest Backyard Design Trends?

Posted by Michael Dougherty on Jan 7, 2016 7:35:01 AM

Have you been wanting to give your backyard a makeover but don't know where to start? Don't sweat it, we can help you out! We see a lot of backyards and can fill you in on all the popular trends, so you can rest assured you won't be missing out on anything!

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Topics: Backyard Trends