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Why should you dry brine your turkey?
Why should you dry brine your turkey?
Once again, the holidays are approaching and it’s time to figure out how to cook a delicious big ‘ol turkey. Ideally, this turkey should end up moist and flavorful, with... Read more...
How Long to Grill Anything
We created a handy chart on how long to grill anything for you to reference next time you light up the grill and your mind goes blank on cook times for those boneless chicken thighs you've been marinating all day. All times listed are approximate based on using a gas grill with the lid closed at a temperature of 450˚F. Read more...
Easy Weeknight Grilling
Easy Weeknight Grilling
Grilling on a weeknight can be smooth sailing with a few tips and tricks. Weeknight grilling can be fairly effortless and requires minimal clean up in your kitchen. Here are... Read more...
Does made in the USA matter?
Does made in the USA matter?
Absolutely, it does. Here at Wildwood Grilling, we work where we play. All phases of our manufacturing process happen right here in our small hometown of Sandpoint, Idaho. We never... Read more...
What Type of Wood Should You Use?
What Type of Wood Should You Use?
At Wildwood Grilling, we know wood. One of the most common questions we get is, “What kind of wood should I use for this meal?” Each type of wood naturally... Read more...
Our Best Burger Recipes
Planked burgers are a staff favorite around our office. The plank keeps things nice and juicy while giving you that smoky woodsy flavor you crave from a true grilling experience. We rounded up a few of our fave burg recipes to inspire your next cook out. These recipes all work just as well on a charcoal or gas grill.    Hickory Planked Cheeseburgers with Paprika Mayo     Cedar Planked Buffalo Blue Cheese Burger     Cheese Stuffed Burgers on a Hickory Plank   Square Cedar Burger Boards Read more...
Two Zone Grilling. What is it and how do you do it?
Two Zone Grilling. What is it and how do you do it?
What is a two zone grilling method you might ask? This technique basically provides two cooking temperature ranges on the shared space of your grill. In case you didn't know... Read more...
Health Benefits of Cooking at Home
Health Benefits of Cooking at Home
Can cooking help maintain a healthy mind and psyche? I think it can. I’m writing this during an unprecedented time that will go down in the history books, the COVID-19... Read more...
Boosting the Immune System Through Food
Boosting the Immune System Through Food
So, what is the best way to go about boosting the strength and vitality of your immune system? The answer is hydration, fresh air (get outside and fire up that... Read more...
brined-turkey
How to brine turkey, chicken, ducks and other wild game
Is there a best brine to use before cooking your choice of bird? There are multiple brine concoctions that I like to use, but before we go into that, let’s... Read more...
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Tips for Winter Grilling
A great many of us live in mild climates that are great for outdoor grilling year round, and some of us contend with things like freezing rain and snow. The... Read more...
The Health Benefits of Omega-3 Found in Salmon
The Health Benefits of Omega-3 Found in Salmon
By now you’ve undoubtedly heard all about omega-3s and that they are great for your health, but did you know that the best way to incorporate these fatty acids into... Read more...
Woods in Northern Idaho
Casey's Whitetail Deer Hunt in Northern Idaho
We have some great deer hunting here in northern Idaho, and there are many trophy bucks if you know where and how to hunt them. Your best chances of getting... Read more...
Holiday Gift Guide
Grilling Gift Ideas Looking for fun and unique gift ideas for a friend or family member? Well you're in luck! We offer a wide variety of great gift ideas here at Wildwood Grilling Outlet! The first place to start, is knowing a few details about the person you're buying a gift for. What kind of grills do they own? Do they ever use barrel or pit smokers? Would you consider them a grilling master, or are they just getting started? No matter their cooking style or experience, we have the perfect... Read more...
Chef's Gift Guide: What to buy a chef or adventurous home cook
We asked our executive chef, Matt, what some good gifts would be for a chef or an adventurous home cook. Gifts under $25, gifts under $50, gifts under $100 and an "expensive" item. Here were his answers: 3 items $25 and under: 1. Cedar or alder grilling wraps from Wildwood Grilling Outlet2. Knife sharpening whetstone 3. Navaris Diamond sharpening steel   3 items $50 and under: 1. Lodge seasoned cast iron skillet 2. Cuisinart 4 cup elemental food processor 3. Our very own Plank Master Essentials kit   2 items $100 and under: 1. Thermapen... Read more...
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How to use wood chunks for smoking
Using smoking chunks is a great way to add smokey flavor to your foods. But how do you use them? Continue reading to find out: The purpose of using smoking... Read more...
Salmon on Ice
How to Choose Salmon at the Grocery Store
How to Choose Salmon at the Grocery Store Salmon. There are just so many choices. When you hit the seafood cold case, depending on the season you could see Coho,... Read more...
Matt and Casey Fishing
Bass Fishing Adventures with Cheff Matt and Casey
So, two guys went fishing. The goal was catch some fish and grill up some lunch. Casey is a bass fishing enthusiast. Matt is a career chef. Seems like a... Read more...
5 Most Popular Grilling Recipes
5 Most Popular Grilling Recipes of 2017
Wrap up the year *ba-dum-tsssss* with five of your favorite recipes from Wildwood Grilling Outlet. These are our most visited and well-loved articles from 2017. Check ‘em out. How to... Read more...
The Significance of Salmon
The Significance of Salmon: Guest Blog by Kara Berlin of Thunder's Catch
To see the recipe that goes along with this blog post, head over here. Filleted on the rocking, slippery back deck of our boat, the F/V Thunder, just moments after... Read more...
Different Foods on Grilling Planks
Pairing Wood and Food: Guest Blog by Derrick Riches
For the first guest blog in the Wildwood Grilling Grand Re-Opening Extravaganza we are thrilled to welcome long-time grill enthusiast, Derrick Riches. He's here to talk about wood smoke and... Read more...
How to use cedar grilling wraps on a campfire
When you live in Idaho you had best know how to make a roaring campfire, identify and pick huckleberries, use a chain saw, and fly fish. Bonus if you tie your own flies.  Over the weekend we launched a backpacking expedition into the Cabinet Wilderness in Western Montana at the height of huckleberry season. When you go backpacking, one must be very choosy about what comes along. The weight really adds up quickly, especially if you plan on covering some ground or gaining some elevation. Some things are too good to be left behind.  That... Read more...
Cedar Grilling Wraps
How to use Grilling Wraps
Grilling with cedar wraps infuses food with cedar aroma and steam without adding extra calories or crafting a messy clean up. Wraps are especially excellent for grilling food like vegetables,... Read more...
The Best Recipes for July 4th
4 Recipes to Try this July 4th
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Frequently Asked Questions - Cedar Grilling Planks
Frequently Asked Questions - Cedar Grilling Planks
Browse our extensive selection of cedar grilling planks here. Receive FREE shipping on all orders $35+!   Q. So what is a "second" grilling plank? A. It's a completely useable... Read more...
How to Use Grilling Planks in the Oven
How to Use Grilling Planks in the Oven
  Using Grilling Planks in the Oven When planking in the oven, you are not looking for a smoky flavor, but rather a fresh wood flavor. That being said, don't... Read more...
Reconnect With Home - Wildwood Grilling Outlet
Wildwood Grilling believes that home is found in the great outdoors. Our grilling planks, wraps, skewers and chips use nature's seasonings to infuse your food with the warm and toasty flavor of smoke and fire. It brings you back home - where we belong. And what is home if you can't share a meal there? It's time to come back together and reconnect around the table.   *If you enjoyed this blog post, please subscribe to our newsletter on the bottom of the page. You will receive an occasional e-mail... Read more...
Commercial Salmon Fishing in Bristol Bay, Alaska by Dave
Winter has finally given way to a beautiful spring here in the Northwest. This spring, before we know it, will become summer, where the Alaskan fishing industry will quietly swing into full gear. Keep this in mind when you're shopping for salmon this coming season:When we bring salmon home from the store to enjoy a wonderful meal, we might not consider exactly how this particular salmon got to our dinner plate. Still, in the next few months, commercial fisherman in Alaska will track some of the various life-cycles of herring... Read more...