Food Drink Life

When the Blackstone is on, dinner has a way of moving outside before anyone bothers setting forks on the table. These 17 recipes focus on the kind of food that makes sense around a hot griddle: sausage and peppers, burgers, steaks, fried rice, corn, sandwiches, and a few breakfast-style picks for slower mornings. Some are full outdoor-griddle recipes, while others come from s...

Sweltering evenings call for dinners that can fill a plate without making the kitchen or the table feel heavy. These 23 summer dinners bring together salmon, shrimp, chicken, sushi bowls, salads, tacos, pasta, grilled kabobs, and quick skillet meals for hot nights when lighter food still needs to count. You get seafood plates, chilled bowls, grilled mains, fresh salads, and f...

When the smoker is already running, stopping at one tray almost seems like a waste. These 21 backyard smoking recipes cover the full spread, from pork, wings, shrimp, queso, and stew to sides, cocktails, and dessert. Some need a long afternoon, while others slide in while the bigger cuts are still going. By the time the last plate comes around, the smoker has handled more tha...

Thinking of firing up the grill to enjoy some al fresco dining? Whether you’ve just unboxed a shiny new grill or looking to improve your barbecue skills, you’ve come to the right place. Grilling can be intimidating at first, but it’s also a lot of fun — so light those coals or turn on that gas and get started with some essential grilling tips for beginners.

A garden tennis-watching party needs food that can sit on a picnic table, move easily from platter to plate, and still feel special between sets. These 21 picnic recipes bring together tarts, muffins, skewers, boards, chilled soups, pasta salads, bars, pinwheels, sandwiches, quiche, scones, fruit, and fresh salads for a relaxed outdoor spread. You get make-ahead bites, cool s...