What's the difference between barbecue and grilling. Picture of grilled protein.

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Barbecue is a time-honoured tradition that has been enjoyed by many cultures around the world. From the Southern United States to South Africa, barbecue is a cuisine that has a rich and diverse history. However, with this rich history comes a plethora of barbecue myths and misconceptions that have been passed down through the generations. In this article, we will debunk some of the most common barbecue myths and separate fact from fiction. Barbecue Myths #1: Barbecue and Grilling are the Same To get to this answer the question has to be what’s the difference between barbecue and grilling? One of the most common misconceptionsRead More →

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Having a copy of the ultimate guide to smoking ribs-tricks and tips is a favourite topic with BBQ enthusiasts and for good reason. Ribs are a favourite dish of many barbecue enthusiasts.  When cooked properly, they can be a juicy, flavorful and tender meal that’s sure to impress your guests. Smoking ribs can be a bit of a challenge, but with the right tips and tricks, anyone can master this barbecue classic. In this article, we’ll explore the ultimate guide to smoking ribs, covering everything from preparing the meat to seasoning and saucing. Guide To Smoking Ribs-Preparing and Smoking Pork Ribs When it comes toRead More →

South African Braii

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The history of the South African Braai goes back to when the Dutch settlers first came to South Africa. They brought their traditional cooking style, including a barbecue on one side of the grill and food on a spit over another set. These settlers spent most Saturdays preparing for work by cooking all day at these aprons. The word “braai” predates its use as a verb and means “to roast”. The term combines the Dutch words “brand” for fire and “wrak” for meat.  Where It All Begun The first evidence of barbecuing in South Africa came in 1652 when some ships on their way toRead More →

Environmental Concerns Charcoal and Gas

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Gas and Charcoal BBQs have been a staple of backyard grilling for decades, but are these power tools enough to keep harmful pollutants from going into the atmosphere and adding to our environmental concerns? Yes, Gas BBQs emit fewer greenhouse gasses than charcoal (though it’s worth mentioning that those numbers vary depending on the type of Gas BBQ). Besides that, gas smokers are cleaner because they generate less smoke. Despite being much quieter than their charcoal counterparts, these heaters still release low-level pollutants like nitrogen oxides and particulates. What Exactly Are Greenhouse Gasses? Greenhouse gases, otherwise known as carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and nitrousRead More →

BBQ Grills Essential smoking times and temperatures chart

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With so many BBQ and Grill smoking times and temperatures chart options out there, here is a question? Which one should you use? It’s best to not sweat too hard over the choice; important, however, to determine you need one as an essential guide and then reference yourself back to the fact that smoking times and temperatures charts are ultimately only a reference; the final determining factor will always come back to is your meat cooked, and the best-determining measure. for this is the smoking temperature of the meat as the temperature at the conclusion of your cook means that the meat is safely cookedRead More →

Outdoor barbecue areas in Stendörren Nature Reserve.

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Last week I had the pleasure of picnicking with my wife in one of the outdoor barbecue areas in Stendörren Nature Reserve. The Stendörren Nature Reserve is found close to Sweden’s Capital City, Stockholm, located between the cities of Trosa and Nyköping. The public reserve is known for its magnificent nature experience, where you can hike all the way out to the edge of the archipelago, enjoying the sights and beauty of the archipelago without the need to get into a boat. Stendörren Nature Reserve is accessible all year round, and your experience includes walking across suspension bridges to the islands and grilling in the preparedRead More →