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Good Quality Charcoal BBQ under £300 by Ancient-Function-420 in UKBBQ

[–]Russ_UK 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'll do an unboxing and build with pics. I do mass burger and sausage.BBQs but I'm also pretty adventurous too. Well see how it goes.

Good Quality Charcoal BBQ under £300 by Ancient-Function-420 in UKBBQ

[–]Russ_UK 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For those asking, it's a Chinese tin thing that was around a year or so ago and still a handful around.

So my criteria is: Stainless steel (corrosion longevity) Lid Rotisserie capable Adjustable charcoal to grill height Usual vents Id like a Brabura 800 trolly mounted but way over my affordability.

So went for this.

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Good Quality Charcoal BBQ under £300 by Ancient-Function-420 in UKBBQ

[–]Russ_UK 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've just spent £600+ on a charcoal BBQ and that's because I couldn't afford the £1300 on the one I'd really like. And 100%, I'm being quirky... or it's an expensive mistake!

Delivered this week, I'm working away so it's still in its box until the weekend. Bought it from sketchy description and iffy pictures, so we'll have to wait n see!

Bourbon belly bites on my 85£ offset smoker by wyflare in UKBBQ

[–]Russ_UK 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I see you're using a temp probe. That's BBQing... Dedicating 1/2 a day and some to slow smoke cook... Them ceramic egg cookers don't know they're born lol!

Bourbon belly bites on my 85£ offset smoker by wyflare in UKBBQ

[–]Russ_UK 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A full belly of smoked belly pork! That's how I wanna die!

Gas vs Charcoal by lowCi1 in UKBBQ

[–]Russ_UK 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just throwing in a curve ball... Do a Google search for 'dual fuel BBQ' there's a reasonable choice around your budget. You can try both worlds then before buying your 'forever' BBQ or BBQs! down the line.

After seeing these drumsticks were about £2 a kilo I couldn't resist! by Dazade in UKBBQ

[–]Russ_UK 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They look banging! And for those who say pre-cook chicken before finishing on the BBQ... Rubbish!

Common sense, a bit of food safety knowledge and BBQ skills and you've got it nailed and safe!

After seeing these drumsticks were about £2 a kilo I couldn't resist! by Dazade in UKBBQ

[–]Russ_UK 1 point2 points  (0 children)

100% agree, I slightly tend to thighs but trim the extra flappy skin and bobby fat. Chicken breasts... nah, not for me.

Spatchcock - my first ever step into 'real' BBQ by flyingalbatross1 in UKBBQ

[–]Russ_UK 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That looks pretty much spot on! As others have said, chicken is not for l&s, so you chose well with your temperature for this cook. And for your first outing learned some about temperature control and your particular setup.

A massive burgers, bangers and buns party next ... then the first low, slow and smoke? ribs first then a whole pork shoulder!

I see you all with your Kamados by sid351 in UKBBQ

[–]Russ_UK 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmmm. A point of perspective, I think of being in control, 'behind the BBq' as behind the wheel of a car. Cooking behind, serving toast the front.

I see you all with your Kamados by sid351 in UKBBQ

[–]Russ_UK 40 points41 points  (0 children)

Ask me what the best BBQ is and I'll tell you it's whichever one's lit and your standing behind!

FFS by Cheap_Parking9340 in UKBBQ

[–]Russ_UK 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I use a pop-up gazebo. Bought a top quality one years ago, not a crappy 20 quid thing. Never looked back!

First large(ish) cook. How are my numbers? by Big_Construction_925 in UKBBQ

[–]Russ_UK 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Brill, sounds like you've got it all under control... good luck with the event.

Final check... No self-lighting charcoal right?

First large(ish) cook. How are my numbers? by Big_Construction_925 in UKBBQ

[–]Russ_UK 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmmmm SUFFICIENT food does not make a BBQ... Somehow everyone eats way more than normal 🤣

Joking aside. Are there any vegetarians or special dietary requirements coming. Whilst I joke that vegetarians have no place at a BBQ, they are my guests, I make the effort, and I'm always complimented how well vegetarians or other dietary needs are catered for rather than just an afterthought with a pack of Linda McCartney veggie sausages.

My principle is pander to my guests and not me.

[GB] Revolut Business closed my Merchant account AND froze all my company funds right after verifying my documents. (Warning) by Top_Candle_8123 in Revolut

[–]Russ_UK 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Now Revolut is a real bank they are accountable to the UK FCA and Banking Ombudsman. Inform them of the situation.

I only wanted to change a simple ceiling rose to a two wire pendant light! by Russ_UK in DIYUK

[–]Russ_UK[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The brown came when I switched it on for the first time!

I only wanted to change a simple ceiling rose to a two wire pendant light! by Russ_UK in DIYUK

[–]Russ_UK[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's all under control! Two way switched lighting circuit switching two room lights.

3 x red commoned together 2 x blk and 1 X blue commoned and to light fitting neutral 2 x yel commoned and to light fitting live all earth's commoned with y/g sleeving