These aren’t your average meatballs. Christie, the pitmaster behind Girls Can Grill, has perfected a technique for creating smoked meatballs that are packed with molten Oaxaca cheese, infused with the savory notes of BBQ rub, and slow-smoked to a perfect glaze of barbecue sauce. The secret to avoiding the common "cheese volcano" is a meticulous…
The transition into the autumnal season has historically served as a period of harvest and preparation, yet in the modern era, it has increasingly become a focal point for intensive retail marketing and digital consumption. While the natural phenomena of the season—the changing of deciduous foliage, the cooling of the atmosphere, and the maturation of…
The culmination of months of dedication, meticulous ingredient selection, and precise brewing techniques was celebrated at the 2026 National Homebrew Competition, where Jamye and Cody Naramore of Quenemo, Kansas, have been awarded a prestigious gold medal in Category 12: American Pale Ale. This accolade, earned in the final round of the competition, places their expertly…
The quest for the perfect breakfast sausage often leads home cooks down a path of deciphering ingredient lists filled with unfamiliar additives and opaque fat ratios. Christie Vanover, a KCBS grand champion pitmaster and founder of Girls Can Grill, offers a compelling solution: a versatile homemade breakfast sausage recipe that transforms simple ground pork into…
Greg Winterburn of Rockaway, New Jersey, has earned a coveted gold medal in Category 11: Scottish and Irish Ale at the 2026 National Homebrew Competition Final Round. His winning brew, a testament to meticulous craftsmanship and a deep understanding of traditional ale styles, outshone 89 other entries in its category, solidifying its place as the…
The homebrewing community is abuzz with the recent announcement of a gold medal-winning brew, a testament to the dedication, skill, and passion that defines this vibrant hobby. While the specific details of the winning recipe and the brewer remain under a paywall, the recognition itself highlights the escalating quality and complexity found within the world…
Louisville, Ky. – Craig Martin, a dedicated homebrewer and member of the Louisville Area Grain and Extract Research Society (LAGERS), has achieved the pinnacle of homebrewing excellence, securing a coveted gold medal in Category 13: Amber and Brown American Ale at the prestigious 2026 National Homebrew Competition Final Round. His winning brew emerged victorious from…
Easley, South Carolina – Preston Booth, a dedicated homebrewer from Easley, South Carolina, and an active member of the South Carolina Upstate Brewers Anonymous (SCUBA) club, has achieved a significant honor in the competitive world of craft brewing, securing a gold medal in Category 15: Irish and British Stout at the prestigious 2026 National Homebrew…
The dynamic world of home fermentation continues to captivate culinary enthusiasts and health-conscious individuals alike, with a recent online series from Fermenters Club shedding light on one of its most fundamental yet often misunderstood ingredients: salt. The "Fermentation FAQ Friday" series, broadcast live every Friday at 9 AM Pacific/12 PM Eastern, dedicates each episode to…
Thornton, Colorado – Weston Wright, a dedicated homebrewer and member of the Indian Peaks Alers club, has earned a prestigious gold medal at the 2026 National Homebrew Competition, clinching the top spot in Category 17: American IPA. This significant achievement places Wright among the elite of the homebrewing community, with his expertly crafted beer standing…
