Hello from The foggy San Francisco!

[axanthicsurf]

Like most of you here, I discover this forum on the web, been reading for days about smoking meats. Especially sausages, I can say I am really looking forward to do it oneday. For now, I need to read some more with regards to food safety and what kind of smoker to buy, any recommendation will be greatly appreciated. My experience is limited to grilling ang roasting a whole pork. :biggrin:

 

[SmokinAl]

   Glad to have you with us!

As far as what smoker to buy, you need to figure out if you want, electric ( very easy to use ), propane ( easy to use too ), charcoal ( a little more work, but IMHO better flavor ), or a pure wood burner ( more work, but probably the best flavor ). You will soon find that there are favorites in each of these categories.

 

[africanmeat]

 

 

[alelover]

You can have all your questions answered here. Search bar up top there is a great place to start.  Good luck and happy smoking.

 

[fpnmf]

Welcome..

This site has tons of info.

I would suggest you spend some time reading all the different forums and the WIKIs.

Then use the handy dandy search tool for specific interests!!

Take the awesome free E-Course!!!

Have a great day!!!

Craig

http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/wiki/about-jeffs-5-day-ecourse
http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/wiki/basic-pulled-pork-smoke
http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/wiki/finishing-sauce-for-pulled-pork-by-soflaquer
http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/wiki/tips-slaughterhouse-recipes-for-poultry
http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/forum/thread/82034/how-to-post-qview-to-smf
http://www.susanminor.org/forums/showthread.php?736-Curing-Salts
http://www.educationbug.org/a/marinate-vs--marinade.html

 

[meateater]

Welcome to the SMF. Glad to have you here. Lots of good folks, great recipes and knowledge. Looking forward to  your first qview. 

 

[oldschoolbbq]

Oh, man.Get a Stickburner,the parties last forever

 

[socalbbq]

Welcome, you will find this forum very useful and the members extremely helpful.  I joined a couple months ago, being new to true BBQ also.  I have learned a lot by reading through the forums and posts by the experienced members.  Good luck,

 

[adiochiro3]

Welcome from one Bay Area-ite to another!

 

[axanthicsurf]

Thanks Guys!

@SmokinAl, I might get a charcoal one, and work my way up.

@fpnmf, more links to check out! thanks!

@meateater, what is a qview? Sorry, don't know some lingo.

@oldschoolbbq, nice! I want one of that!

@adiochiro3, I have one just like that on your avatar. little rusty but works still.

Alright, can't wait for my fist smoke. lol