This is a podcast about BBQ, by two guys who absolutely love cooking outside over fire, charcoal or briquettes.
one of us has made this part of our living and ...
Episode 12 - Fields to Fork Festival & Big Announcements!
Episode 12 - Fields to Fork Festival & Big Announcements! 🎙🔥In this episode, we’re joined by Alex from the Fields to Fork Festival to talk all about this brand-new two-day festival celebrating British farming and the culture that surrounds it. We cover:✅ The vision behind Fields to Fork 🌾✅ The top-tier chefs doing live fire demos 🔥✅ What to expect across the weekend 🎪And because Alex is feeling generous, we’ve got a family ticket giveaway for the festival—head over to our Instagram to enter! 🎟Plus, in this episode:🍽 Dec’s double restaurant review—two spots you need to check out🔥 Steve’s BBQ classes are LIVE—tickets for Cheshire BBQ School are now on sale!🔥 Community news, BBQ talk, and more!🎧 Listen now: https://linktr.ee/fromtheshackpod🎟 Fields to Fork Festival: https://fieldstoforkfestival.co.uk/📍 Follow Alex & the festival: https://www.instagram.com/fields_to_fork🍖 Cheshire BBQ School: https://www.instagram.com/cheshire_bbq_school📲 Follow us & enter the giveaway: https://www.instagram.com/fromtheshackpod#FieldsToFork #BBQPodcast #LiveFireCooking #BBQCommunity #CheshireBBQSchool
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From The Shack - Episode 11 – Special Guest: Ryan Green from Grilling Gear
Episode 11 – Special Guest: Ryan Green from Grilling Gear Episode 11 is here, featuring special guest Ryan Green from @grillinggearuk_! We chat all about his new brand Grilling Gear, what’s in store for the future, and some seriously game-changing BBQ products—including his Chimney Starter and brand-new Burger Smasher, which just dropped this week.Exclusive Listener Offer! 🔥Ryan is hooking up our listeners with FREE shipping on all Grilling Gear orders placed from Sunday, 2nd March to the following Sunday—saving you £3.50! Just use the code SHACK when ordering here:👉 Order via this linkAlso in this episode:✅ What we’ve been cooking – some banging dishes as always✅ Community news & upcoming events – are you heading to any BBQ events this year?✅ Huge news – we have an official show sponsor! 🎉We’re buzzing to announce Thermapen (@thermapen) as our official sponsor! The ultimate precision food thermometer, built for pros but loved by home cooks. Want one? Use code SHACK20 for 20% off at thermapen.co.uk✅ Steve’s big updates:Appointed Pitmaster for the Millington Hall Farm event days (@millington.hall.farm)Officially launching his BBQ school – Cheshire BBQ! 🔥Shoutouts & Links:👊 Follow Ryan & Grilling Gear: @grillinggearuk_🔥 Community BBQ Pages: @bbqupnorth | @jons.bbq🏡 Millington Hall Farm: @millington.hall.farm🎧 Listen now and let us know your thoughts!
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From The Shack - Episode 10 | Your Guide to UK BBQ Events 2025
From The Shack - Episode 10 | Your Guide to UK BBQ Events 2025Episode Summary:In this episode, we're diving into the UK BBQ event calendar! Join us as we chat about the confirmed events on the horizon, the ones we’re excited to attend, and even the ones we dream about. We'll also share community news, update you on our latest cooking adventures, and give shoutouts to fellow BBQ enthusiasts.What to Expect:UK BBQ Event Calendar: A detailed look at the events currently confirmed—plus our personal picks of where we’re headed next!Community News: Catch up on what’s been happening at From The Shack and around the BBQ scene.Cooking Updates & Shoutouts: Hear about our recent cooks and get a chance to be featured—if you know of any events or want a shoutout on the pod, let us know!We want to hear from you! If you know of any BBQ events, big or small, that we might have missed, drop us a message. And if you want a shoutout on the podcast, tell us about it—this is all about building the UK BBQ community together.Connect with Us:Instagram: @fromtheshackpodTikTok: @fromtheshackpodYouTube: @fromtheshackpodThanks for joining us on this episode of From The Shack! We’re fired up about the exciting events ahead and can’t wait to see you all out there grilling and gathering. Until next time, keep the fire burning and happy BBQ-ing!
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From The Shack - Episode 9 | Live from Alfresco Chapel: BBQ Stores, Events & Why You Need to Support Them
From The Shack - Episode 9 | Live from Alfresco Chapel: BBQ Stores, Events & Why You Need to Support ThemEpisode Summary:This week, we’re on location at Alfresco Chapel, the North West’s go-to BBQ store, to chat all things live fire, grills, and why independent BBQ shops like this are so important to the community.We’re joined by owner Steve and BBQ expert Adam to get the inside scoop on what makes Alfresco Chapel a must-visit for any BBQ enthusiast. From hands-on access to the best BBQ gear to expert advice you won’t find online, we dive into why it’s more important than ever to use them or lose them!Beyond the store, we discuss upcoming BBQ events, must-visit restaurants, and other great independent BBQ retailers across the UK. If you’re serious about fire cooking, this episode is packed with insights on where to go, what to buy, and why supporting your local BBQ scene is essential.So, fire up the grill and settle in for another cracking episode of From the Shack!What to Expect:🔥 Live from Alfresco Chapel: Why this store is a BBQ lover’s dream.🔥 Interview with Steve & Adam: What makes Alfresco Chapel unique and why you should visit.🔥 BBQ stores, events & restaurants: The best places to fuel your fire cooking passion.🔥 Why we need to support independent BBQ stores—use them or lose them!Where to Find Alfresco Chapel:📍 Alfresco Chapel, Chorley, North West, UK📲 Instagram: @alfrescochapelConnect with Us:We’d love to hear from you! Where do you go for BBQ gear, and what local BBQ businesses should more people know about? Let us know:Instagram: @fromtheshackpodTikTok: @fromtheshackpodYouTube: @fromtheshackpodOutro:A huge thanks to Steve and Adam for having us at Alfresco Chapel! If you’re serious about BBQ, get yourself down there and check it out. We’ll be back next week with more fire cooking chat—until then, happy grilling!
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From The Shack - Bonus Episode | Dec’s New York Food Adventures
From The Shack - Bonus Episode | Dec’s New York Food AdventuresEpisode Summary:In this special bonus episode, Dec takes us on a mouthwatering tour of his recent trip to New York! From iconic street food to legendary BBQ joints and hidden gems, we dive into all the incredible places he visited and the flavors that left a lasting impression.We’ll chat about how the Big Apple’s food scene inspired Dec, and how those experiences might influence our future cooks at From the Shack. If you’ve ever wondered where to eat when you’re in NYC or just want some foodie inspiration, this episode is for you!So, grab a snack and join us for a transatlantic journey packed with flavor, fire, and all things food.What to Expect:Dec’s ultimate foodie highlights from New York City.Must-visit spots: BBQ joints, burger bars, delis, and more.How the NYC food scene stacks up against the U.K. BBQ community.Fresh inspiration for fire cooking and BBQ ideas from Dec’s trip.Plenty of laughs, stories, and tips for your next trip to the Big Apple!Featured NYC Spots Mentioned in This Episode:Katz’s Delicatessen: Legendary pastrami sandwiches.Joe’s Pizza: A slice of authentic NYC.Hometown Bar-B-Que: Smoky, tender meats done right.Smorgasburg: A street food paradise.Peter Luger Steak House: Classic New York steakhouse vibes.Connect with Us:Have you visited NYC or tried any of the spots Dec mentions? Let us know your thoughts or share your favorite food destinations!Instagram: @fromtheshackpodTikTok: @fromtheshackpodYouTube: @fromtheshackpodOutro:Thanks for tuning in to this special bonus episode! Dec’s back in the shack with plenty of stories and new ideas to share. Catch us in the next episode for even more fire cooking, BBQ inspiration, and foodie fun. Until then, happy grilling!
This is a podcast about BBQ, by two guys who absolutely love cooking outside over fire, charcoal or briquettes.
one of us has made this part of our living and now runs a BBQ kitchen, the other is a well-established demo chef for a brand you will of heard of, and also together we have catered pop-ups and private events.
We want to create a pod that other BBQ lovers can enjoy, learn from and get involved with.