We'd love to hear from you, drop us a text! What if your barbecue mishaps could lead to your most memorable grilling experiences? Join us for an engaging conversation with Simon from the Grill Shack, an Instagram sensation known for his unfiltered approach to all things barbecue. Simon shares his journey from novice to barbecue aficionado, highlighting the importance of cooking for sheer enjoyment and social connection rather than chasing perfection. From his unforgettable brisket challenges ...
We'd love to hear from you, drop us a text! What happens when baking and barbecue collide? Join us as we chat with Sean, the culinary wizard known as the Irish Egg on Instagram. From the humble beginnings inspired by his mother and grandmother's Irish soda bread to crafting intricate Japanese-style gingerbread houses, Sean's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Listen to Sean's creative fusion of baking and BBQ, where he even adds a touch of his electrician skills to his culinary creati...
We'd love to hear from you, drop us a text! Get ready to be inspired by the incredible journey of Lily Bond, a teenage entrepreneur who turned a simple spice blend into a thriving business. At just 13, Lily saw a gap in the market for low-sodium seasonings and decided to fill it herself, starting with a taco seasoning that quickly became a hit. We discuss her fascinating path from perfecting recipes in her kitchen to overcoming packaging and branding hurdles, all while benefiting from her fam...
We'd love to hear from you, drop us a text! Get ready to transform your barbecue game with insights from none other than cricket legend turned grill master, Matthew Hoggard! Hoggy, as he's affectionately known, takes us through his incredible journey—from his days on the cricket field to becoming the passionate proprietor of Hoggy's Grill, a thriving barbecue school. You'll hear about his love for barbecuing, a passion ignited during his time in South Africa, and his mission to revolutionize ...
We'd love to hear from you, drop us a text! Get ready to uncover the secrets of exceptional barbecue and ethical meat sourcing with Alex from Hunter Gatherer Cooking. This episode promises to guide you through Alex's journey from a gas grill novice to a master of offset smokers, all while blending his passions for barbecuing, shooting, and country living. We explore the therapeutic aspects of outdoor cooking, the allure of live fire, and Alex’s surprising success on Instagram, despite his ini...
We'd love to hear from you, drop us a text! Ever wondered how to get into UK competition BBQ? Join us as we chat with Kev from Comp Barbecue UK, who has led the charge in competition grilling in the UK. From the structured KCBS contests to the creative freestyle events, Kev breaks down the highs and lows of the barbecue competition circuit. We'll uncover surprising truths about the global barbecue scene and why the UK is catching up faster than you'd think. Kev doesn't just talk about cookin...
We'd love to hear from you, drop us a text! A Special Offer from Waz - 15% off orders until 1st September 2024 use code MG15 Can sauces transform your culinary experience? Join us for an exciting episode as we chat with the talented Warren, aka Waz, from Waz's Sauce Hut. Waz takes us through his flavorful journey from a food-loving child, influenced by his chef father and flavor-savvy mother, to creating allergen-free handcrafted sauces for his family. Listen as he shares the heartwarming st...
We'd love to hear from you, drop us a text! What does it take to transform from a joiner to a culinary entrepreneur in just three years? Join us as Steve from Charred Food Company shares his inspiring journey, ignited by casual pre-lockdown cookouts and fueled by a deep passion during lockdown. Steve recounts his evolution from a barbecue novice to running a professional barbecue kitchen, highlighting the importance of community feedback and the trials and triumphs along the way. His story is...
We'd love to hear from you, drop us a text! What happens when two barbecue enthusiasts reunite after a few months' break? Join us for "Backyard BBQ Banter," where Dan and I reconnect and share the latest in our barbecue journeys, including Dan’s move to a new house and the exciting setup of a brand-new barbecue space. We laugh about our podcasting misadventures and discuss our vision for future episodes. Plus, discover how you can shape the show by sharing your feedback and ideas. Ever wonde...
We'd love to hear from you, drop us a text! Our latest episode brings you face to face with Nat, the founder of the Northern Grillers Instagram page. Get ready to embark on a flavor-packed journey with her as she spills the beans on her adventure into the BBQ world, which began with cooking lasagne on a 40-pound kettle! From cookies to tacos, and rare, slow-cooked dishes, Nat’s Instagram page is a vibrant collage of her culinary experiments, and we get an insider look into her creative proces...
We'd love to hear from you, drop us a text! Ever thought you could go from hating cooking to running a successful BBQ events business? Our guest, Ashley from Big Smoke BBQ UK, shares his incredible journey of mastering the art of barbecue and how it transformed his life. Discover how Ashley started learning basic family meals, got addicted to BBQ through YouTube videos, and eventually started his own business catering for events and pop-ups. In this smoky adventure, we explore the intricacie...
We'd love to hear from you, drop us a text! Join us as we chat with legendary Pitmaster Pedro (Pete) about his journey into the world of BBQ cooking and his roles with LumberjAxes and Traeger. In this episode, we uncover Pete's impressive collection of BBQ equipment, ranging from his Kamado Joe Classic 2 to his Traeger Ironwood, and his plans to expand his BBQ shack. We also discuss his thoughts on wood pellet grills and how he braved the rain on Christmas Day to cook a turkey. Alongside thi...
We'd love to hear from you, drop us a text! Ever dreamed of mastering the smoky flavors of barbecue? Join us as we welcome John (a.k.a. Twisted Ribs) to the podcast, where he shares how he became a barbecue aficionado and reveals some of his best-kept secrets! With over 20 years of culinary experience, John has a wealth of knowledge and a passion for grilling that is truly contagious. In this episode, John takes us on a delicious journey through his multicultural upbringing and his lov...
We'd love to hear from you, drop us a text! Imagine a world where your hobby turns into your dream career, and you spend your days surrounded by mouthwatering barbecue. Sounds too good to be true? Join us as we chat with Ben Forte, Global Marketing Manager for BBQ brands and a BBQ chef, whose passion for outdoor cooking led him to become one of the top barbecue influencers in the world and land a dream job with Kamado Joe and MasterBuilt. Get ready to drool as Ben spills the beans on the fas...
We'd love to hear from you, drop us a text! Ever wondered how a professional chef transitions into the world of barbecue and creates his own line of carbon neutral barbecue products? Today, we're joined by the talented Ben, owner of Ben's Kitchen, who takes us on a culinary adventure from his early days in pubs and restaurants to the launch of his sought-after rubs, oils, marinades, and seasonings. Learn about the challenges and triumphs he encountered along the way and get ready for a mouth-...
We'd love to hear from you, drop us a text! What if you could get an insider's look into the world of barbecue enthusiasts and the community that surrounds it? Join us as we chat with Steve from Alfresco Chapel, a passionate BBQ lover and owner of a premium grill shop in the northwest. Discover his journey of opening the store, the amazing products they offer. We take you on a journey through the unique in-store experience at Alfresco Chapel, exploring the latest ranges of Traeger's, Roccbox...
We'd love to hear from you, drop us a text! Ever wondered how a passion for BBQ can change your life? Join us as we chat with the remarkable Nick from Meat Smoke Fire, as he takes us through his journey from an IT project manager to a BBQ guru. Discover how a chance encounter with the Big Green Egg franchise owner led him to set up his own cookery school, and how his enthusiasm and love for the product helped him outsell even the most seasoned salespeople. In this engaging conversation, Nick...
We'd love to hear from you, drop us a text! What happens when a former vegetarian turns smokehouse owner and homesteader? Join us as we chat with Claire from Welshhomestead Smokery about her fascinating journey and the importance of animal welfare, all while nestled in the stunning Cambrian Mountains in West Wales. Discover her mouth-watering experiments with unique bacon flavors, like chocolate espresso and chili and paprika, and learn the secret behind her maple wood-smoking process. We al...
We'd love to hear from you, drop us a text! Slim Ricks is a small business producing smoking woods. The business started with alcohol infused wood and growing into fruit woods like plum. We got wood in this episode! Join us for a lively conversation about turning his passion into a successful catering business during lockdown that moves into Slim Ricks today a smoking wood company. Discover the secrets of sourcing and preparing wood chunks, and how different types of wood can elevate the fla...
We'd love to hear from you, drop us a text! Back in 2021 we met Brendon & Jaydon two brother who launched a BBQ rub and sauce company. Two years on we catch up with them both to hear what has changed. Brendan and Jaydon give us insight into the process and thought behind their range of sauces and the community-focused nature of the barbecue world. Plus, we reminisce about the lessons learned from their experience at Sizzlefest and the importance of the barbecue community. Don't miss out...