The Meatwave

Overview

The Meatwave is a website and seasonal barbecue event series operated by Joshua Bousel, focused on grilling and barbecue recipes, tips, reviews, and techniques. It provides resources for home cooks interested in live-fire cooking, stemming from informal cookouts that expanded into a digital platform. The site features recipe development, photography, and content based on Bousel's experience, including work with Serious Eats and competitive barbecuing.

History

The Meatwave began in 2003 as small backyard barbecues hosted by Joshua Bousel in Astoria, NY, using a basic grill with friends. It formalized as a regular summer event series and expanded into a blog in 2007. Over time, Bousel refined his skills in recipe development, writing, and photography, growing the website into a comprehensive resource for grilling recipes.

Notable Products

• Grilling Recipes - Collection of tested recipes for barbecued and grilled meats, vegetables, and sides.
• Barbecue Guides - Tips, tricks, and techniques for live-fire cooking methods.
• Equipment Reviews - Assessments of grills, smokers, and grilling tools.

Reputation

The Meatwave is regarded by barbecue enthusiasts as a reliable source for practical, tested grilling recipes and advice from Joshua Bousel's hands-on experience. It earns praise for detailed instructions and photography that aid home cooks. Professionals note its roots in competitive barbecuing and contributions to sites like Serious Eats, though it remains a niche, independent resource without widespread industry awards.