About Glenn Connaughton

Meet Glenn Connaughton: Pitmaster, co-founder of Revolution Barbecue, and author of two bestselling cookbooks. Discover his passion for all-natural spice rubs and heartfelt approach to cooking that has revolutionized the industry.

Glenn Connaughton, together with his wife Vida, co-founded Revolution Barbecue in 2009, a spice rub company that has taken the barbecue industry by storm. Glenn’s passion for barbecue began back in Arizona, where he was inspired by Bobby Flay’s “Grillin’ & Chillin” show. Glenn, who was also raised in New York City, felt that if Bobby Flay could barbecue, then so could he.

Glenn spent years perfecting his recipes and techniques, experimenting with different spices and rubs until he found the perfect blend. Together with his wife Vida, who shares his passion for barbecue, founded Revolution Barbecue with the goal of sharing their love for great barbecue with the world. The company quickly gained a following among barbecue enthusiasts, thanks to their unique spice rubs made with all-natural ingredients and free of harmful additives.

In addition to his work with Revolution Barbecue, Glenn is a prolific author. He has written two best-selling cookbooks: Smokin’ Southern BBQ and Easy BBQ, where he shares his secrets for creating the perfect barbecue. Glenn often hosts cooking demos and workshops, where he shares his techniques and recipes with aspiring pitmasters.

About Smokin’ Southern BBQ by Glenn Connaughton

Plate up your own savory Southern barbecue! This cookbook and smoking guide covers a range of regional styles and teaches you essential techniques for barbecue mastery. Learn how to choose the right tools, work with different cuts of meat, and make brines, marinades, rubs, and sauces that take your barbecue to new heights.

• Anyone can barbecue—Discover recipes for any skill level or smoker type, so you can bring the famous flavors of the South to your table whether you’re a backyard barbecue expert or trying it out for the first time.
• 8 different regions—Find recipes and cooking advice inspired by Texas Hill Country, Kansas City, St. Louis, Memphis, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Alabama.
• The science of smoke—Learn how to choose the right wood, use different kinds of smokers, and determine the right smoke times for anything you cook.
• Pro tips—Discover expert tips and insider secrets for adding special Southern flair to every recipe.

About Easy BBQ by Glenn Connaughton

Cook better barbecue with expert advice and streamlined recipes

Great barbecue doesn’t have to mean cooking all day, working through a long list of steps, or buying expensive tools. Easy BBQ breaks down the basics with dishes that keep the prep times quick and the ingredients simple, so you can create crowd-pleasing dishes and have time for happy hour.

What sets this grill cookbook apart:

• Master your grill—Learn how to set up your charcoal or gas grill for different cooking styles and infuse food with smoky notes—without buying extra equipment or adding hours of cook time.
• Easy cookin’—Get dinner on the table in no time with a wide variety of recipes that use only a handful of ingredients and can be prepped while the grill heats.
• BBQ cheat sheets—Find surefire tips and techniques in each section that help you grill everything from appetizers to seafood to desserts!