Oven Roasted Santa Maria Tri-Tip: A Culinary Journey to California’s Heart The aroma of Santa Maria style tri-tip has always been a signal for something special in my life. I can vividly recall family gatherings in the hazy California sunshine, where the distinct scent of slow-roasted beef, mingled with smoky oak and fragrant herbs, would … Read more
Oven Tri-Tip with Rosemary-Garlic Vegetables There’s something magical about a roast that transforms humble ingredients into a spectacular centerpiece. For me, that magic often involves the intoxicating perfume of rosemary and garlic, mingling with the savory aroma of a perfectly cooked piece of meat. I remember a particularly crisp autumn evening, the kind where the … Read more
Oakwood Grilled Tri-Tip: A Taste of Santa Barbara County There’s something primal and profoundly satisfying about grilling over oak. It’s a scent that instantly transports me back to my early days in professional kitchens, particularly those spent along the Central Coast of California. I remember the first time I experienced Frank Ostini’s tri-tip at the … Read more
Randy’s Rub and Baste for Tri-Tip: Unlocking Grilling Perfection There’s a certain magic that happens when grilling a tri-tip. It’s a cut that, when handled with care and a touch of culinary intuition, transforms into something truly spectacular. I remember my first encounter with a perfectly grilled tri-tip, coated in a symphony of spices and … Read more