Texas BBQ is more than just food—it’s a way of life. In this section you’ll find Texas-inspired recipes, legendary BBQ joints, road trip ideas, small-town food finds, grilling traditions, backyard entertaining inspiration, and the rich culture that makes Texas cooking so unforgettable.
Shopping for the pit master in your life? Discover the best BBQ gifts, smoker accessories, and stocking stuffers of 2025—everything from affordable tools to splurge-worthy upgrades that’ll make any backyard cook smile.
It’s football season, y’all! Learn how to throw the ultimate Texas-style tailgate with crowd-pleasing grill recipes, must-have gear, and expert tips for hosting a winning game-day gathering—backyard or parking lot!
Discover 100 expert grilling and smoking tips to elevate your backyard cooking. From fire management to seasoning secrets, this ultimate guide covers it all—plus recipe round-ups to put each tip into action.
Learn how to clean and care for your Traeger grill with this step-by-step guide. Discover the best tools, tips, and maintenance practices to keep your pellet smoker running smoothly and your BBQ full of flavor.
Master cast iron cooking on the grill and in the kitchen with this ultimate guide. Learn how to season, clean, and care for cast iron, plus try favorite recipes like smoked queso, peach cobbler, skillet cookie, and spiced apple dump cake from Backyard Texas Grill.
Discover our family’s favorite places to visit in Texas — from beaches and boardwalks to hill country charm — each paired with a delicious Backyard Texas Grill recipe. Perfect for families looking for fun day trips and great food.
Take this quick quiz to see which legendary Texas BBQ spot is your perfect match. Grab a pencil (or just keep count in your head) and let’s find out.
Discover the top 10 Texas BBQ joints, plus hometown stories and backyard recipes to bring authentic Lone Star smoke and flavor to your own grill.
This smoked pulled pork by Backyard Texas Grill is tender, juicy and full of flavor!
This smoked brisket queso is thick, creamy and loaded with a delicious blend of cheeses, brisket, peppers, tomatoes and cilantro.