The idea began in a flat in Argentina, but it became real on the shores of Charlevoix. This is the story behind one of America’s great grill companies, Grillworks. (The grill masters were also kind ...

For Ben Eisendrath, the chief executive of Grillworks, the species matters less than using split, seasoned, appropriate-size logs — seasoned because dry wood burns more efficiently than green, split ...

The name Ben Eisendrath probably doesn’t come up when food lovers discuss their favorite restaurants. But his highly sought after handiwork has likely contributed to some of the more memorable meals ...

Back in the day, if people wanted to buy one of Charles Eisendrath’s Argentine-style grills, they practically had to hire a private detective to find the mysterious man behind Grillworks. Granted, by ...

(Adam Amengual/The New York Times) At first glance, wood grilling is a rich person’s sport, with top models retailing for upward of $10,000. But you can find wood-burning grills in all price ranges.

In the barbecue pecking order, gas grills sit at the bottom. Charcoal gets you some taste — and respect — but it's still amateur. Pros scorch their steaks with wood, choosing different species to ...

The idea began in a flat in Argentina, but it became real on the shores of Charlevoix. This is the story behind one of America’s great grill companies, Grillworks. (The grill masters were also kind ...