From April onwards, barbecue season starts for many households. Eating at home while still enjoying that eating-out feeling. A BBQ is the perfect way to host a cosy dinner at home. Given the huge range of BBQs, from Weber to Kamado, this category highlights a number of sites that are reliable and competitively priced. That makes it easy to order a BBQ and kick off spring in your own garden or on your balcony. A BBQ doesn’t just create a great atmosphere; it also makes it simple to prepare fish, meat or any other hot dish. And on top of that, food from the BBQ generally tastes better.
When it comes to outdoor cooking, barbecues are a favourite choice for grill enthusiasts all over the world. Among the many options available, Green Egg, Kamado Joe and Black Bastard barbecues have become particularly popular. Each of these brands offers a unique grilling experience and combines versatility, durability and excellent performance. This article looks at the main differences between G ... [...]
A barbecue, also known as BBQ, is a way of preparing food by cooking or grilling it over an open fire or a heat source such as charcoal, gas or electricity. During a barbecue, meat, fish, vegetables and other dishes are often prepared and eaten outdoors, usually in an informal setting such as a backyard, park or beach. Barbecues are popular in many parts of the world and are often associated with ... [...]
When summer rolls around, the barbecue appears again in many households. Tongs in one hand and a drink in the other, while you work the grill and set the mood. A barbecue has dozens of secrets that can still surprise even the most seasoned grill master.
What is it that we enjoy so much about barbecuing? The answer isn’t hard: it’s the atmosphere! Firing up the BBQ feels like being on holiday, ... [...]
Ceramic barbecues and Kamado-style grills have been a key part of culinary history for around 3,000 years. Even if you’ve never heard of a Kamado, chances are you’ve seen or heard of the Big Green Egg (BGE). They’re hard to miss. For 40 years now, Big Green Egg has been the biggest supplier of kamado grills in Europe. However, it now faces strong competition from brands such as Kamado Joe an ... [...]
As soon as spring arrives, the itch usually starts again: it’s time to fire up the barbecue (or is it barbeque?). Of course, there are fanatics who use the BBQ all year round, often a Kamado or Green Egg. You can read all about that here. There are also barbecue lovers who swear by a charcoal BBQ, addicted to the whole ritual of prep work, monitoring temperatures, adjusting airflow and so on. Fo ... [...]
The weather is getting better and better – spring has started and summer is on its way – so people are heading out more often to the patio, balcony or garden to enjoy the sunshine. Outdoor dining is slowly starting up again too, and what’s more fun than cooking together in the garden? A barbecue is the perfect way to cook and eat outside without having to leave your company. On top of that, ... [...]
Spring has started, the weather is getting warmer and nicer, and that means it’s time to start using your garden or terrace a lot more again. Ideally, you combine that with eating outdoors – and what’s better for cosy, delicious meals in the garden than having a BBQ? Exactly: there’s no way around it, it’s time to buy a barbecue.
Right now, the Kamado is the most talked‑about and best ... [...]
Because of the Coronavirus, we’re spending more time at home, in the garden or on the patio. With restaurants closed, this is the perfect moment to work on your own cooking skills. And if you still want that feeling of dining out, a BBQ is the ideal solution. You eat in the middle of the group, enjoy the fresh air and prepare the tastiest dishes on your barbecue. Below you’ll find the basics of how a BBQ works.
What types of barbecues are there?
Gas BBQ
Unlike a traditional charcoal barbecue, a gas barbecue heats up quickly. You also don’t need to mess around with firelighters. The downside is that you miss out on that classic BBQ smoky flavour. You can solve this by adding a smoker box with herbs. A gas barbecue is relatively expensive to buy.
Advantages
Quickly up to temperature
Little cleaning needed, mainly the grill from time to time
No firelighters required
Disadvantages
Relatively expensive to purchase
Lacks typical BBQ flavour
Charcoal BBQ
Choose a traditional charcoal barbecue if you want a truly authentic BBQ experience with that wonderful charcoal aroma. This is the most traditional way to barbecue. You fill the barbecue with charcoal and light it with firelighters. Take your time though, as it takes at least half an hour before a charcoal barbecue is ready to use.
Advantages
Delicious smell and BBQ flavour
Cheap to buy
Disadvantages
Takes longer
Needs regular cleaning
Concrete BBQ
A concrete barbecue is a solid, fixed barbecue on which you can cook using wood or charcoal. This type of barbecue can also be used as an open fireplace and is easy to clean. The barbecue needs to be treated with a coating to guarantee its quality and durability. Untreated barbecues are not protected against rain, frost and other weather conditions.
Electric BBQ
An electric barbecue is ideal if you want to get grilling quickly without any hassle. Just plug it in and sit back. An electric barbecue heats up fast and is very easy to use. It also cools down quickly. On top of that, you can barbecue indoors with an electric BBQ, and maintenance is very simple.