Discover BBQ lingo in California that can confuse outsiders, but locals understand every word and take their smoked meats ...

Hidden in plain sight along South Winchester Boulevard, this unassuming BBQ joint has mastered the quintessentially Californian cut of beef, drawing devoted pilgrims from Sacramento to San Diego who ...

There are moments in life when a bite of food is so transcendent, you’d happily drive hours just to experience it again. That’s the reality of the tri-tip at Cali BBQ, an unassuming treasure in Spring ...

California’s Santa Maria BBQ tradition has deep roots in the state’s ranching history. The signature style features beef tri-tip grilled over red oak wood, creating a unique smoky flavor you won’t ...

In a region where the Pacific Ocean meets rolling oak-covered hills, Santa Maria-style BBQ is more than a culinary tradition — it’s a point of local pride. Few embody this ethos as passionately as the ...

There’s something magical about Santa Maria BBQ that sets it apart from other grilling styles. The secret? Red oak wood, which gives the meat that distinctive smoky flavor you can’t get anywhere else.

SANTA MARIA STYLE TRI TIP! In this video, I show you to grill a Tri Tip roast on the Weber Kettle, using the Gabby's Grills Santa Maria attachment. Tri Tip and Santa Maria style grilling go hand in ...

If John Burroughs ever invites you to his home for a tri-tip barbecue, take my advice. Say yes! Burroughs is a master of the grill. In fact, I’ve counted four of them in his yard. But I’ll bet he has ...

This modern twist on a California grilling classic brings bold flavor and vibrant color to your summer table. Tender Santa Maria-style tri-tip is seasoned simply and grilled over high heat to ...

Cruising down the 101, with the cool ocean air blowing through the windows, it felt like being home. From summer 2021 to summer 2022, I called the California Central Coast home. The sunny days, ...

Tri-tip is a cut of beef you occasionally see as a special on Texas barbecue joint menus. It’s a tough sell – both literally and figuratively. Compared to brisket, tri-tip is leaner and has what ...