Bbq

Stories tagged Bbq — pulled from across the Journal.

Two racks of glazed, caramelized competition BBQ ribs on a dark sheet pan with a pot of sauce

July 18–19, 2026

Sutherlin Throwdown: Bags, BBQ & Brews

Our hometown's biggest summer party returns July 18–19 — a sanctioned BBQ competition, a beer & wine fest, and a serious cornhole tournament. Crystal Creek proudly supplies some of the top contestants every year, so come taste what our meat can do.

A large butcher bundle of steaks, burgers, brats, hot dogs, and jerky laid out on butcher paper

Specials

June 20, 20252 min read

The 250 oz Butcher's Select Huddle: Our Pack for America's 250th

America turns 250, so we built a 250-ounce tailgate pack to match. Steaks, burgers, brats, dogs, and jerky — one box, built to feed the whole huddle. Here is what is inside and how to cook it.

A sliced smoked brisket with dark bark and a deep pink smoke ring on a wooden board

Guides

May 15, 20253 min read

How to Smoke the Perfect Brisket for Memorial Day Weekend

A whole packer brisket is the centerpiece your Memorial Day cookout deserves. Here is our counter-tested method for bark, smoke ring, and butter-tender slices — start to finish.

A charcoal grill with glowing orange embers and a chimney starter at dusk

Grilling Tips

April 28, 20252 min read

How to Set Up a Charcoal BBQ: A Pitmaster's Starter Guide

Gas is convenient, but charcoal is flavor. If you have ever struggled to light coals or burned everything to a crisp, these counter-tested tips will turn your kettle into a reliable cooking machine.