On Jul 8, 9:23 am, "DBear" > wrote:
> Please give a noob some info about briquettes. Reading the threads, I detect
> some dislike of Kingsford, and one of the reasons is their use of "petroleum
> coke". Am I wrong, or isn't coke just carbon? At any rate, what are the
> economical alternatives to someone who loves good 'cue, but who isn't
> fanatical.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Dave
> Vacaville, Kalifornia

If, during the workweek you can get over towards Brisbane there's a
lump distributor named "Lazzari" http://lazzari.com/. They're only
open during business hours.

$14 for 40lbs. Not much more than K'Ford. They sell oak (hardwood) and
mesquite.

You'll taste an immediate difference. If you grill a fair amount, at
first the lump will seem tasteless since you've become accustomed to
the overwhelming petro flavors put out by K'Ford. But after a bit
you'll be able to taste the oak.