

Santa Maria Tri-Tip, Crispy Air Fryer Salmon & the Ultimate Pig Roast
8 snips Jun 13, 2025
Get ready for mouthwatering insights! This week features an irresistible Santa Maria-style tri-tip recipe that promises juicy perfection. Discover the innovative uses of air fryers with crispy salmon and learn expert tips for smoking a whole suckling pig. Don’t miss the buzz about Aldi briskets and the excitement surrounding Raising Cane’s. Plus, hear about the lively Memphis Italian Festival and a community feast that left everyone craving more. Exciting grilling techniques and upcoming BBQ meetups round out this delicious adventure!
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Santa Maria Style Grill Experience
- Malcolm Reed shares his experience with Santa Maria style grilling and the control it offers via adjustable grates and moving coals.
- The method allows better heat management by raising/lowering grates and raking coals under the food for cooking.
Tri-tip Open Fire Cooking Tips
- Use simple seasonings like salt and pepper and avoid trimming fat or sinew on tri-tip in Santa Maria style cooking.
- Sear the tri-tip first on high heat to render fat, then move it up to slow cook to medium rare.
Memphis Italian Festival Experience
- Tyler shares his first experience at the Memphis Italian Festival noting the vibe similar to Memphis in May.
- The event featured Italian food trucks, local restaurant booths, contests, live music, and family-friendly activities.