bbq: I am planning on buying a BBQ pit for my fiance' for Christmas and I am looking for some good BBQ rubs and spices. If anyone knows of some good BBQ grilling cookbooks or other different grilling accessories that would also be helpful. Thanks.|||Don't know where you're located, but Cost Plus World Market is a great place to get rubs & marinades at a resonable price. I like the Tulocay's Made In Napa Valley products, but the selection at the store is almost overwhelming. Also, it may be only available in the summer, but Bed Bath & Beyond carries Steve Raichlen's BBQ products. The Island Spice Rub is fantastic (my husband's fave), but Mr. Raichlen is definitely a guy who knows his Q, so you probably can't go wrong with any of them. Also, the Spice House has terrific boxed sets available by mail at very reasonable prices (comparable to grocery store prices, but much better quality). They make their own blends. As for grilling cookbooks, I'd recommend Cooks Illustrated's "The Best Recipe: Grilling & BBQ" or their "Guide to Grilling & BBQ." The instructions are easy to follow, the techniques are carefully illustrated, and each recipe is exhaustively tested before it makes it into print. I've never had one of their recipes fail on me. Grilling accessories? The two things I couldn't live without are my silicone tongs and instant-read thermometer. If your grill has wire grates, then I'd also recommend a grilling grid, so that smaller foods aren't as likely to fall through.|||Go to Bobby Flays website or buy his cookbooks, or search his recipes on food network.|||Kansas City Style BBQ Rub Seasoning It ain't BBQ if it ain't been rubbed down with Kansas City Style BBQ Rub Seasoning. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon salt 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon cracked peppercorns 1 tablespoon chili powder, ancho is my favorite 2 tablespoons paprika Preparation: Combine all ingredients and rub onto your meat of choice. Fire up the smoker and slow cook until tender. Serve with a bodacious, sweat buildin' BBQ style sauce on the side. Asian Rub Ingredients: 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted 2 teaspoons ground turmeric 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation: Combine and store in an airtight container Hot and Spicy Rub Ingredients: 2 tablespoons peppercorns, cracked 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 2 teaspoons dried basil 2 teaspoons dried rosemary leaves 2 teaspoons dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation: Combine and store in an airtight container. Greek Island Rub This one is good on roasted potatoes too! Ingredients: 2 tablespoons fennel seeds, crushed 1 tablespoon freeze-dried chives 1 tablespoon mustard seeds, crushed 1 teaspoon lemon pepper 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation: Combine and store in an airtight container. Orange and Soy Sauce Marinade Adds an Asian flavor to any type bird or flank steak. Ingredients: 3/4 cup orange juice 1/4 cup rice vinegar 3 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons peanut oil 2 tablespoons ginger root, chopped 3 cloves garlic, sliced 2 green onions, sliced 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped Preparation: Combine all ingredients in a bowl and whisk briskly. Store in the refrigerator in a glass jar. --------------------------------------鈥?br> Fajita Marinade Ingredients: 1/2 cup soy sauce 1/4 teaspoon peppercorns, crushed 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation: Combine all ingredients and whisk until blended. How simple is that! Vinaigrettes: Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette This one is good for a salad or to marinate a nice piece of swordfish or salmon. Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 cup peanut oil 1 lime, juiced with pulp 1/4 cup lime juice 1 1/4 teaspoons green peppercorns, crushed 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon cumin, ground 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped Preparation: Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and whisk. Store in a glass jar in the refrigerator. If using as a marinade, allow to warm to room temperature. --------------------------------------鈥?br> Basic Balsamic Vinaigrette Adding your favorite herb, spice or vegetables can enhance this delightful recipe. Tarragon, cilantro, cracked green peppercorns, minced onion or chopped roasted red pepper would all be just perfect! Ingredients: 3/4 cup olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon rice vinegar salt and pepper, to taste Preparation: Combine ingredients in a non-reactive bowl and whisk briskly. Drizzle over mixed salad greens. Store unused vinaigrette in a glass container under refrigeration. Allow to come up to room temperature slightly before use after refrigeration.|||go to traeger .com they have THE BEST rubs EVER my personal favorite is the salmon rub mixed with a little of the sweet rub. these are a bit pricey but worth it