I’ve seen Innocent Ed in backyards and patios from coast to coast. You have probably seen him, too. Please do us all a favor and ask him to sear bone-in chicken pieces over direct medium heat, waiting patiently for them to release from the grate before trying to turn them. Tell him that once the ..

What to look for in Chicken? Any chickens you buy should have skins that fit their bodies well, not spotty or shriveled or too far overlapping.

When the chicken is fully cooked, allow it to rest at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes, during which time the internal temperature will rise about 5°F. Then carve the chicken into serving pieces.

Today we are seeing more and more premium chickens available, and usually they are worth their higher price, though not always. Typically, these chickens are from old-fashioned breeds known more for their flavor than their plump breasts and perfectly even shape. Often called "free-range" ..

Often the large abductor muscle, which was once attached to the scallop’s shell, is left on. Peel it off and discard it. It’s chewy.

By keeping the lid closed as much as possible, you will speed up the cooking time.

Once the poultry pieces have a nice golden brown color on all sides, move them over indirect heat, where they will roast evenly. By keeping the lid closed as much as possible, you will prevent flareups, you will speed up the cooking time, and you will capture the smokiness that gives grilled food ..

I have had some of my best meals at the beach, and I don’t mean in posh dining rooms with ocean views. I mean literally on the beach ...sitting at a plastic table under an awning while a couple cooks worked nearby on a hot grill. I’ve found these places, more like stalls than restaurants, along ..

Look for bell peppers with smooth sides, so you can cut them lengthwise and lay the pieces flat for the most direct contact with the grate.

Have you been to that party? You know the one where the host—let’s call him Innocent Ed—takes a stab at making barbecued chicken. Innocent Ed is a great guy but he is not much of a cook and he sees no use for cookbooks. He figures all guys can grill. It’s part of our genetic code. So ..