I would'nt use it. First it is a very soft wood that will end up burning very easy. Second I use to smoke a lot of fish in a smoker and was always told not to use ceader because of some toxin in the smoke. I'm not sure what it is but it could have something to do with why bugs don't get into cedar clapboard on houses and why they also stay out of ceader mulch. Hope this helps.
peace, redeyed