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Paul Sidoriak
Paul Sidoriak

Paul Sidoriak is a freelance writer who lives in western Montana and is an evangelist for the outdoor cooking lifestyle.

Named one of North America's Top 10 Barbecue Experts, Paul has written two cookbooks on outdoor cooking, including Exclusively Kamado and The Flippin' Awesome Backyard Griddle Cookbook: Tasty Recipes, Pro Tips and Bold Ideas for Outdoor Flat Top Grillin'. He's helped various manufacturers with product development and beta-tested many devices for grilling, smoking, air frying, and griddle cooking that you may already own.

Paul enjoys fly-fishing his home Montana waters and has been known to grow tomatoes out of spite. You can follow along with what Paul has been cooking at his website GrillingMontana, on Instagram, or Tik-Tok.

Grilled chicken on a serving tray

How to Grill Chicken Drumsticks – The Best Grilled Chicken

How to Grill Chicken Drumsticks – The Best Grilled Chicken

This is the proper way to cook chicken drumsticks on the grill. You'd be surprised at how easy and tasty it is!
Food & Drink
Paul Sidoriak
Pots and pans being stored.

How to Organize Pots and Pans in 5 Easy Steps

How to Organize Pots and Pans in 5 Easy Steps

These five easy steps will show you how to organize pots and pans so you will find exactly what you need when it's time to cook.
Food & Drink
Paul Sidoriak
Grilled corn steaming with butter.

We Found The Best Grilled Corn On The Cob Recipes

We Found The Best Grilled Corn On The Cob Recipes

Corn is going to be making its way onto the scene very soon. Until then, these are the grilling recipes you should test out for the best grilled corn.
Food & Drink
Paul Sidoriak
A steak grilling over hardwood

This is the Best Wood for Grilling and Smoking, According to an Expert

This is the Best Wood for Grilling and Smoking, According to an Expert

There is a big difference in the wood you use when you're grilling or smoking. Find out which wood is the best and what the wood actually does to food.
Food & Drink Outdoors
P. Sidoriak
how to clean burnt pots and pans

You Won’t Believe these 5 Ways To Clean Burnt Pots and Pans

You Won’t Believe these 5 Ways To Clean Burnt Pots and Pans

Your pots and pans may be a little ragged, but before you consider investing in new ones, try cleaning them out with one of these simple tips.
Food & Drink
Paul Sidoriak
cast iron skillet pan oven top

How to Season a Cast Iron Skillet Like a Pro

How to Season a Cast Iron Skillet Like a Pro

A good cast iron skillet can be a reliable and long-lasting kitchen friend. If you know how to season cast iron, your cookware might just outlast you.
Food & Drink
Paul Sidoriak
propane grill hero image

How To Clean a Grill: Gas, Charcoal, or a Pellet Smoker

How To Clean a Grill: Gas, Charcoal, or a Pellet Smoker

Uncleaned grease and carbon deposits can alter the taste of food and damage your grill. Here, we've outlined the steps on how to clean a grill.
Food & Drink
Paul Sidoriak