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Braai or BBQ - Same but different?

Braai or BBQ - Same but different?

A braai and a BBQ are both enjoyable ways of cooking food over a fire, but they have different origins, techniques, equipment, food and flavors. They also have different meanings and...

Braai or BBQ - Same but different?

A braai and a BBQ are both enjoyable ways of cooking food over a fire, but they have different origins, techniques, equipment, food and flavors. They also have different meanings and...

Flambadou: The Grilling Tool Essential You've Probably Never Heard Of:

Flambadou: The Grilling Tool Essential You've P...

Flambadou: Although the Flambadou (pronounced flam-bah-DOO) is often promoted as the latest Braai tool, it is anything but new! A name that conjures both intrigue and culinary adventure. If you’re a fire-loving gastronaut, this cast iron...

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Flambadou: The Grilling Tool Essential You've P...

Flambadou: Although the Flambadou (pronounced flam-bah-DOO) is often promoted as the latest Braai tool, it is anything but new! A name that conjures both intrigue and culinary adventure. If you’re a fire-loving gastronaut, this cast iron...

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Salting Steak is all about Timing

Salting Steak is all about Timing

The advantages of salting your meat go far beyond taste. Salt helps to trap water molecules inside the muscle of the meat, preventing it from becoming dry and tough. However,...

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Salting Steak is all about Timing

The advantages of salting your meat go far beyond taste. Salt helps to trap water molecules inside the muscle of the meat, preventing it from becoming dry and tough. However,...

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Wood Fire, Charcoal, and Gas Techniques Compared: The Art of Grilling

Wood Fire, Charcoal, and Gas Techniques Compare...

Grilling has evolved into a culinary art form, with enthusiasts passionately debating the merits of different methods. The choice of fuel—wood fire, charcoal, or gas—plays a crucial role in determining...

Wood Fire, Charcoal, and Gas Techniques Compare...

Grilling has evolved into a culinary art form, with enthusiasts passionately debating the merits of different methods. The choice of fuel—wood fire, charcoal, or gas—plays a crucial role in determining...

Become the Master of your Fire with these 5 Braai Tips.

Become the Master of your Fire with these 5 Bra...

As South Africans, a braai is as much a part of our culture as cheese is to the Dutch. It's what we do! We've always celebrated our best and most...

Become the Master of your Fire with these 5 Bra...

As South Africans, a braai is as much a part of our culture as cheese is to the Dutch. It's what we do! We've always celebrated our best and most...

What makes food grilled over an open flame taste so good? - The smokey science

What makes food grilled over an open flame tast...

What makes food grilled over an open flame taste so good - The smoky science? The mere thought of braaiing / barbecue's smoky scents and intoxicating flavors is enough to...

What makes food grilled over an open flame tast...

What makes food grilled over an open flame taste so good - The smoky science? The mere thought of braaiing / barbecue's smoky scents and intoxicating flavors is enough to...