The Smuggler's Journal

featured Myth or Science: Does Resting Steak Actually Do Anything?

Myth or Science: does resting steak really matter? The real reason behind carryover cooking, muscle fibres and a reverse-sear test you can run at home.

On Oct 30, 2026 by Darryl Rubb 0 comments

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Smoke rising from a kettle grill at dusk in an Australian backyard

Smoke Signals: New Arrivals on The Rub Hub Shelf This Week

This week's Smoke Signals: three new arrivals on the shelf, a quiet week on the Comp Trail, and a fifteen-minute snags recipe from The Rub Smuggler.

On Oct 29, 2026 by Darryl Rubb 0 comments

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Sliced T-bone steak with a pepper, garlic and oregano crust from Outlaw Barbecue Bushranger A.P.R.

The Hidden Gold: Outlaw Barbecue's Bushranger A.P.R. — One Shaker, Every Cut

Outlaw Barbecue's Bushranger A.P.R. all-purpose rub, reviewed: ingredients, dietary notes and a twice-cooked wings recipe from The Rub Smuggler.

On Oct 28, 2026 by Darryl Rubb 0 comments

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Green chimichurri pouring over sliced medium-rare rump steak

Condiment of the Week: El Chori Tangy Classic — Auntie Celina's Green, Made in Australia

El Chori's Tangy Classic Chimichurri, Auntie Celina's family recipe made fresh in Australia. Ingredients, dietary notes and a chargrilled chicken thighs recipe.

On Oct 27, 2026 by Darryl Rubb 0 comments

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