A writer, photographer, pitmaster, restaurant critic, and consultant, Rick Browne is a man of all trades. As an award-winning member of the Society of American Travel Writers, he has written for several publications including Time, Newsweek, People, and USA Today. He is  the author of Holiday Grilling: The Best Barbecue on Earth, The Big Book of Barbecue Sides, The Ultimate Guide to Frying, and The Ultimate Guide to Grilling. In addition, Rick holds an honorary Ph.B (Doctor of Barbecue Philosophy) bestowed upon him by the esteemed Kansas City Barbeque Society. He is committed to bringing good people to good food all over the world. He lives with his wife, Kate, in Vancouver, Washington.