It’s that time of year again where we take a look back on the food trends of last year and what will be up and coming in 2020. Are you feeling uninspired or just in the mood to shake up your catering business? If you are new to Tasty Trotter or in need of any extras for the coming season, be sure to check out our fantastic Hog Roast Ovens For Sale or to pick up any Essential Spares before Spring arrives. Once you are armed with your new equipment – read on to find out what you should be doing to encourage customers to choose your business this year.  Whether it be for weddings, events or ..read more

Summer BBQs are a great time for all the family and whilst it can be very tempting to indulge in rich sauce smothered joints and sides, there are ways to make your grilling experience healthier (whilst remaining delicious!) Barbecuing adds so much flavour through the smoke and searing of the food that it is easy to maintain a yummy flavour without overdoing it. Read on to find out how to make the most of healthy grilling:     Opt for a light starterRather than sticking with crisps and dips, venture into the world of starters cooked on your very own grill. Bruschetta with grilled toma ..read more

One of the best features of our spit roasting ovens is the possibility to cook a variety of food, not limiting you to a traditional hog roast. Although roasting a pig is still a widely enjoyed option for many events, it is always good to know what other food and services you can provide. Thanks to our machines being so versatile, the choices are almost limitless! Below we have listed some of our favourite alternatives, perhaps you will find something new to try OR post in the comments if you have your own recipes!       Chicken  Thanks to the versatility of the m ..read more

With the weather heating up and summer just around the corner it’s time to get ready for your BBQ events and luckily, we’re here to help. It doesn’t matter if you have just purchased a grill from us or if you’re dusting off last years ready for action – follow the key tips below to help guarantee a successful day!         Preparation is KeyTry to have all your key ingredients and essentials ready to go the day before the BBQ. This also means cleaning your oven in preparation for use and marinating any meat to be cooked. Having your cutlery, napkins and music playl ..read more

National BBQ Week returns for the 22nd year on Monday 28th May, ending on Sunday 3rd June 2018, and the country will be breaking out the barbeques, grills and hog roasts to fill the air with that delicious smell that is synonymous with British summer. The British BBQ has developed over the years, as the food, tastes, cuisines and methods have changed to make barbeques become artisan, hip and a favourite for many. Not much can’t be cooked on a barbeque grill, yet it still has its roots in fun, relaxing social gatherings with family and friends.     Join in celebrating National BBQ Wee ..read more

If you are a keen hog roaster or just want to find out a bit more about how these fantastic machines came to be, we have taken a look back through history at how hog roast ovens originated across the world to become what we know them as today. Early man didn’t turn to cooking a hog roast to impress their wedding guests, that’s for sure, but what they did know was that cooked meat was better for them and tasted great to boot! They developed ways to lift their juicy pig up off the flame and cook it nice and slowly. It’s at this point that the concept of skewering was created. Obviously ..read more

Our hog roasts and gas griddles for sale are ideal for spring and summer barbeques. And while your barbeque will be delicious on its own with the juicy meats and refreshing vegetables you grill, you can add some extra flavour with some homemade sauces and marinades which will have you and your guest’s mouths watering for more! Best of all, these recipes can whip up a good amount of the sauce, leaving you leftovers for another barbeque and no need to make it again!       Chicken or Beef Marinade A rich marinade that can be used for any type of beef or chicken you want t ..read more

Summer is just around the corner, and that means the return of the British barbeque! Sunny evenings with great food, family and friends are on the menu, and we are sharing our top tips on how to have the perfect barbeque!           Get Your Equipment Ready If you want to upgrade your barbeque skills, you need the proper equipment and tools. A long handled pair of tongs to keep your arms away from the hot grill are essential, and a temperature probe is also be required, especially for outdoor cooking as it is harder to tell meat is cooked through. Of course, you also ne ..read more

Nobody particularly enjoys the time-consuming task of cleaning out the grill – we certainly don’t! With so many nooks and crannies to your gas BBQ or griddle, it can be a big task just knowing where to start and how best to tackle the job. Why not take a look at some of our tips to help you get started and get your grill Spring-ready?         1. Burn off the grease first Whack the heat up for roughly 15 minutes until there’s little to no smoke, then let everything thoroughly cool off. This a great way to get rid of residual grease and destroy any burnt-on food morsels. Just ..read more

A new year brings new trends, and there a few that are barbeque and catering-themed to get excited about for 2018. People are more in tune with food than before and, with a rise of cooking and baking shows on TV, and consumers are eating differently to how they were even a couple of years ago. Knowing the consumer needs helps inform the trends that are to come.         Global Fusion Barbeque techniques are changing, bringing in ideas from all over the world. This is leading to a melting pot of flavours and recipes, with traditional barbeque meeting cuisines from across the ..read more