The All Guy

Food & Drink

Cooking, grilling, barbecue, drinks, restaurants, kitchen gear, and food worth making or trying.

Large unbranded pellet smoker cooking ribs, brisket and chicken on a backyard patio with thin smoke rising

Food & Drink/Sep 1, 2026

Pit Boss Navigator 1300: Is This the Right Pellet Grill for a Big Backyard Setup?

A practical buyer's guide to the Pit Boss Navigator 1300, including its huge cooking area, direct-flame searing, smart controls, cold-weather caveats and ideal use case.

Friends grilling burgers and sausages beside an open pickup truck at a football tailgate

Sep 1, 2026•9 minute read

How to Tailgate Like a Pro: A Winning Game-Day Food Plan

A practical game-day guide to better tailgate food, grilling, prep, coolers, gear and cleanup without overcomplicating the day.

Stack of modern cookbooks beside a cast-iron skillet, chef knife, herbs and plated dinner on a warm kitchen counter

Aug 21, 2026•9 minute read

Best Cookbooks of 2026: 8 Books That Will Actually Make You a Better Home Cook

Eight cookbooks worth owning if you want to cook better, use spices smarter, entertain more easily and get more confident in the kitchen.

Man grilling steaks and vegetables at a premium backyard grill with thermometer, tongs and prep tools nearby

Aug 14, 2026•10 minute read

Best BBQ Gear of 2026: 8 Tools That Actually Make Grilling Better

Eight BBQ tools that actually earn their place by the grill, from instant-read thermometers and wireless probes to cast iron, gloves, grill tools, and charcoal accessories.

Man mixing cocktails at a home bar with a Margarita, whiskey drink and Martini on a dark wooden counter

Aug 2, 2026•8 minute read

5 Late-Summer Cocktails Every Guy Should Know How to Make

Five late-summer cocktails that teach the fundamentals of home bartending, from balancing a Margarita to stirring an Old Fashioned and batching drinks for a group.