Journal
Tips, guides and inspiration for getting the most from your firewood, charcoal and BBQ.
1 June 2024
The Top 10 Techniques for Starting a Fire with Charcoal
Getting charcoal going reliably is half the battle. Here are ten methods ranked from the everyday to the serious — so you can pick the one that suits how you cook.
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15 May 2024
Charcoal-Grilled Ribeye: How to Do It Properly
A ribeye cooked over charcoal is in a different league to one done on gas. The key is two-zone cooking — and knowing exactly when to pull it off.
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10 April 2024
Best Woods for Cooking: Pizza Ovens & BBQs
The wood you burn shapes what your food tastes like. Oak, beech, apple, cherry — here's what works for pizza ovens, what works for smoking, and what to avoid entirely.
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20 March 2024
How to Start a Fire with Kindling Every Time
Most failed fires come down to one thing: not enough kindling, or kindling that's too damp. Here's a method that works reliably in a fireplace, wood burner, or fire pit.
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