Putting meat to flame is a summertime tradition. A rite of passage. You might say it's a ritual as old as civilization itself. Of course, that doesn't mean that every man knows how to do it right. When you've got friends and family coming over and you're standing over a hot fire, you can start to feel the heat—literally and figuratively. But don't sweat it. All it takes is a little know-how and the right ingredients to create a satisfying meal that everyone will love. We reached out to Chris Carter and James Peisker, butchers and chefs who are also the co-founders of Porter Road, the first online, whole animal butcher shop catering to today's well-informed food lovers. Follow their advice and your backyard BBQ skills will be sharpened and ready for a summer's worth of grilling.