A practical burger masterclass
Build burgers that are worth remembering.
Awesome Burgers is a step-by-step guide for home cooks who want to understand the details behind a truly great burger—from beef and buns to sauces, texture, heat, and balance.
The idea
More than a collection of recipes
This site supports the research behind Awesome Burgers. It brings together practical equipment, ingredients, books, rankings, restaurant guides, and video playlists so you can study what the best burger makers do—and apply the lessons at home.
“If we do not know what truly great looks and tastes like, how can we aim for it ourselves?”
— Lars AxelsenExplore
Start with what interests you most
Each section is designed as a focused reference library rather than an endless feed.
Best Lists
Global burger rankings, restaurant guides, pizza lists, barbecue destinations, and food competitions.
Browse the rankings →Video Playlists
Curated YouTube collections covering burger theory, styles, history, BBQ, pizza, sauces, and more.
Watch and learn →Books & Products
A searchable list of books, kitchen equipment, and specialty ingredients used in burger research.
Open the toolkit →