Western Oak Smoking Wood Chunks – Made in the USA – 78057 Grilling over an open fire is the oldest method of cooking known to man. On the western frontier, it was the only way to feed hungry cowhands. Frontier food was prepared over glowing wood embers and was characterized by its hearty flavours and inviting aroma. It was over those traditional fires that “Cowboy Cuisine” was born. Smoke is essential to achieve an authentic, wood-grilled flavour and smoking woods are a great way to add flavour to your backyard BBQ.