
The Feed: Week of 5/18
The internet is loud. The grill is honest. We rounded up the best of the week for May 18, 2026 so you don't have to.
If it made us stop scrolling, it probably deserves a spot here. From gear to techniques to the occasional internet chaos, this is the stuff we’re paying attention to this week.
🥩 NEW SCHOOL BBQ: Evan LeRoy, Michelin-starred pitmaster behind Austin's LeRoy and Lewis, just released New School Barbecue. It’s a book for anyone who has mastered pulled pork and is ready for something harder. That's this group.
🥩 FLAT IRON CASE: Flat iron steak is the most underrated cut on the market. With beef prices where they are, this might be the move.
🥩 BARGAIN SHOPPING: Right place, right time kind of thing 👇
🥩 AUSTRALIA FEST: Different continent, same commitment 👇
🥓 GAS VS CHARCOAL: Memorial Day is the single biggest weekend for everyone to argue about this… Chowhound broke down the real differences for your inevitable debate.
🥓 75/25 BURGER: The 75/25 fat ratio is worth thinking about for burgers on the grill. Go leaner, and you're cooking a hockey puck.
🥓 VEG ON FIRE: The side dishes always suffer when everyone's focused on the meat. Don't let that happen.
🥓 RIB HERBS: If your rub is on autopilot, this might shake something loose.
🥓 WINNING CHICKEN: Winner winner, chicken dinner 👇

