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📬 MAIL CALL! 📬There’s nothing quite like getting a package from a company you truly believe in!We are incredibly proud a...
06/03/2026

📬 MAIL CALL! 📬

There’s nothing quite like getting a package from a company you truly believe in!

We are incredibly proud and excited to be part of Team B&B Charcoal. Every cook, every competition, and every backyard gathering starts with quality fuel, and B&B continues to deliver the consistency and performance we depend on.

A huge THANK YOU to and for welcoming Ain’t It The Life to the team and trusting us to represent such an amazing brand. We are honored to help promote products that we genuinely use and love.

We can’t wait to fire up the pits, cook some great food, and continue sharing our passion for live-fire cooking with the best charcoal in the business.

Here’s to great partners, great cooks, and plenty of smoke in the air!

06/02/2026

Apparently, word got out that Miles has been putting in work at the Jr contest at !

A huge THANK YOU to for sending Miles an awesome care package filled with some of his favorite tools. After seeing him compete, they decided he needed a setup of his own—and Miles couldn’t be more excited!

For years he’s been “borrowing” Mom and Dad’s ThermoWorks gear (and by borrowing, we mean claiming it as his whenever we weren’t looking). Now he finally has his own collection and doesn’t have to ask, “Can I use the Thermapen?” every five minutes.

We’re pretty sure this officially makes him a serious pitmaster now. The only downside? We may never get our ThermoWorks products back. 😂

Thank you, ThermoWorks, for supporting the next generation of live fire cooks and helping fuel Miles’ passion for cooking. We can’t wait to see what he cooks up next!

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05/27/2026

Just an amazing normal weekend with the family, good food, and plenty of live fire — all fueled by keeping the pits rolling all weekend long. 🔥

Sunday was all about tri-tip tacos and loaded tostadas piled high with all the good stuff. Then Monday we slowed things down with smoked ribs and rib tips… and after years of trying, we FINALLY got Miles to eat ribs! That alone deserves a celebration. 😂

Huge shoutout to B&B Charcoal for the better burning fuel, for the killer pecan rub, and for the Stackhouse helping make everything taste next level.

And of course, thanks to all the people who showed up hungry and helped us clean out the food table. Weekends like this are what it’s all about — family, friends, fire, and food. ❤️🔥

05/25/2026

Memorial Day weekend calls for one thing… cooking over open fire 🔥

Tonight’s lineup was absolute perfection — juicy tri tip sliced up for tacos loaded with caramelized onions, jalapeños, charred cheese, sour cream, and fresh guacamole. 🌮🔥

But we didn’t stop there…

We took it to the next level with crispy quesadilla tostadas piled high with tri tip and every topping imaginable. Crunchy, cheesy, smoky, messy in the best way possible. Honestly some of the best bites we’ve ever made over the fire.

Cold drinks, good company, and live fire cooking just hit different on Memorial Day weekend. 🇺🇸🔥

05/18/2026

4th Place in the WORLD!! 🔥🔥

We could not be more proud of Miles competing in the FIRST Open Fire Meat Up Kids Division at the

Cooking shrimp, steak, and potatoes over live fire is no easy task, but Miles stepped up and delivered under pressure against some of the best young cooks in the world.

Even better, the feedback from BBQ legend Tuffy Stone said the shrimp, steak, and potatoes were all cooked perfectly, and the presentation was very good. Hearing “be very proud of this child” means more than any trophy.

The future of live fire cooking is bright, and Miles is proving that hard work, passion, and practice pay off.

4th Place in the world sounds pretty good to us! 🔥👏🥩🍤

Huge shout out to Weber for providing the new amazing Santa Maria grill that they have coming out here soon. Also thank you out to for providing the fuel. for her beauty and the beef seasonings.

So proud of all the kids!

05/09/2026

The future of Open Fire cooking is looking BRIGHT! 🔥🔥

Miles put in some serious practice this weekend getting ready for the Kids Open Fire Division at Memphis in May Open Fire Meat Up! From managing the fire to learning timing, and cooking techniques, this young pitmaster is putting in the work and having a blast doing it.

There’s something special about watching the next generation learn the art of live fire cooking and grow more confident with every cook. The passion, determination, and excitement these kids bring to the fire is what it’s all about.

Memphis in May is here and this young cook is ready to bring the heat! 🔥🥩🍔

05/04/2026

🔥 The fire was hot and the spotlight was on at the Open Fire press conference for Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest 2026! 🔥

Media outlets from all over came out to get a firsthand look (and taste 😏) of what Open Fire is all about. From live-fire cooking demos to incredible samples of flame-kissed meats, the energy was unmatched.

We were honored to hear from and the team as they shared their passion, techniques, and what makes this experience so unique for fans and food lovers alike.

If you’ve ever wanted to get up close with world-class live fire cooking, now’s your chance! 🎟️ Public tickets are officially on sale for:
📅 Thursday, May 14
📅 Friday, May 15
📅 Saturday, May 16

Come hungry, bring your friends, and experience the magic of cooking over an open flame like never before. 🔥🍖

05/04/2026

Black Betty is fired up and headed to for a special media demo! 🔥

We’re bringing the heat to the press conference, cooking up some seriously tasty bites and giving the media a front-row seat to what live fire cooking is all about. From the crackle of the flames to the bold flavors coming off the pit, it’s all about showcasing the passion behind every cook.

Good food, good smoke, and a great time with an even better crowd—this is what it’s all about. Stay tuned… Black Betty is ready to put on a show! 🔥🍖

04/19/2026

Yesterday was an interesting weather day at the ! Our team was one of 5 competing in the World Wing Cup Points chase. We may not have won, but we had a blast and raised money for a great cause, .

Next up…. at Memphis in May!

See ya in May!

04/18/2026

There’s competition… and then there’s cooking for a cause ❤️🔥

This year at the World Wing Championships, Ain’t it the Life isn’t just chasing trophies — we’re raising money for the incredible families supported by Ronald McDonald House Charities.

Every dollar donated helps provide comfort, care, and a place to stay for families with children receiving medical treatment. That’s something bigger than BBQ.

We need YOUR help to make an impact. Whether it’s a small donation or sharing this post, it all adds up and makes a difference for families who truly need it.

Let’s turn up the heat for a great cause and show what this BBQ community is all about 💪🔥

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