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February 1, 2021

Burnt Ends

There is something about the combination of salty, sweet, umami and spice that makes these burnt ends so incredible. They are truly an example of balancing flavours.
January 20, 2021

Smoked Bone Marrow-Butter of the Gods

Bone marrow is seriously one of the most underrated things to smoke. It is cheap, easy to cook and seriously delicious. Marrow is often called the butter of the gods and after you try it, you will definitely understand where the name comes from. It is creamy, fatty and packed with beef flavour.
January 5, 2021

Campfire Salmon

Smoking "blazing salmon" around the campfire-you don't even need a smoker!
January 3, 2021

Making Pastrami at home

Pastrami has a history going back to the 1800's and has so many different ways that people like to make it. Pastrami is often made of beef brisket and usually includes some combination of both smoking and steaming until the meat is tender, juicy and packed with flavour
December 23, 2020

Reverse Seared Steak

Reverse searing is the perfect way to make sure your meat is juicy, tender and has that incredible wall to wall pink throughout.
November 29, 2020

Making Pancetta at home

Pancetta is the new best friend, that you never knew you had!
October 5, 2020

Smoking a whole hog

My whole process, for smoking a whole 30lb hog.
April 28, 2020

Neanderthal Fire Company

BBQ accessories to satisfy the cave man in all of us.
April 24, 2020

Cubanos

Cubanos are an incredible twist on the humble ham and cheese sandwich, made with some incredible flavours!
February 6, 2020

The Tongs – Custom Tongs

These custom tongs from The Tongs Australia, is my favourite new product that I didn't know I always needed!
November 30, 2019

Easy Peasy Mac & Cheesy

Mac and cheese is one of those sides that goes well with just about anything. Its cheesy, gooey and salty and is always a crowd favourite.
September 26, 2017

Dr Pepper Beef Jerky

Jerky is one of my favourite things, but unfortunately is so expensive to buy, it makes it hard to eat as often as I want. This recipe is a saving grace.
September 26, 2017

Smoked Pork Butt

Pork butt is about the easiest thing for someone to start learning how to smoke with. They are big, can take lots of smoke and are very forgiving of a variety of sins. Pork butt is actually the shoulder of the animal and when cooked low and slow, produces a juicy, smokey and delicious product. For this recipe, I have included a homemade rub, but realistically you could use just about any rub you like.