It’s a wonderful place for some: Standing over a blazing fire, your eyes burning from the smoke, the sun beating down while friends and family gather for good times and great eats. Barbecue season is officially upon us, so sit back, relax, and cook it slow.

We asked for your juiciest maneuvers around the grill to concoct the ultimate BBQ grilling guide. Here's what you served up.

All-Star Submissions  Click here for Wayne's MVP Rib Recipe My grilling secret is called "gup-sauce." It’s a combination of almost every condiment known to man. Mmmmm … gup sauce! - Steven, Belmont Can't tell you, it's a secret. It's really, really good though. - Alan, Millis Drink a lot of booze! - Tim, Waltham On grilled pizza: Grizzle is not one of the more popular toppings. Make sure you've cleaned the grill well before you start. - Eric, Cambridge More grilled pizza: Be adventurous. One of our favorites is chicken and blue cheese pizza with AH-SO brand Chinese rib sauce. It's fantastic!! - Gene, Marshfield I hate to cook. Loathe to cook. My wife hates that fact. But come summertime ... the meals become my domain. I was born to grill. - Bill, Haverhill

Tools of the trade An artist can't create a masterpiece without a canvas. The same holds true for the master griller. From smokers to wood chips, here's your guide to the best tools.  The meat of grilling: Main courses How many ways can you prepare a burger? How do you keep from losing your fish through the grill grates? Did you say Porterhouse Sausage? No, but Leroy did. Check it out.  Strategies to the sides In our opinion, David Lee Roth without Michael Anthony and the Van Halen brothers behind him: Lousy. Without the best side dishes, you're simply an amateur. Get some tips here.  Marinades and saucy secrets Come on, ladies ... admit it. A handsome fella and sharp dresser: You're going to catch a glance. Add some Drakkar Noir ... KAPOW! A little bit of dressing goes a long way.