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From the Pit
The 5 Biggest Mistakes People Make When Smoking Pork Shoulder
Learn the common mistakes that can turn a great cut of meat into a disappointing meal, and how a few simple adjustments can produce tender, flavorful pulled pork every time.
Why Great Barbecue Starts with Simple Seasonings
Discover why the best barbecue isn't about complicated ingredient lists, but about balancing flavor, enhancing the meat, and letting quality ingredients shine.
Feeding a Crowd: What I've Learned Catering BBQ Events
From backyard gatherings to large catered events, these practical lessons can help you plan portions, avoid stress, and serve great food with confidence.
Born from a love of open-flame cooking, we curate high-performance equipment and share proven techniques that empower home cooks to grill with professional confidence. Our mission: make every meal outdoors a celebration of bold flavor and effortless mastery.
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Northern Ember was founded by Pitmaster Chad Skinner with a simple goal: create great food and share it with others. From barbecue and catering to handcrafted spice blends, everything we do is rooted in a love of cooking, hospitality, and bringing people together. Every product we sell is something we proudly use ourselves, built on real experience and a passion for bold, memorable flavor.

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