BBQs and Outdoor believe in pushing the boundaries of outdoor cooking, which means having some fun with barbecuing possibilities. If you’ve landed on this page, you’re probably already aware of your Webers incredible capacity, making it much more than just a BBQ. It’s a grilling, roasting, frying, baking chef with the versatility of a full-scale kitchen.  In this article, we talk about how to cook pork in a Weber BBQ with our favourite pork recipes – one that delivers a crowd-pleasing pork crackling and another that takes your burger game to new levels. Recipe 1 - Crackling Roast Pork ..read more

The Dish Long before Rick and Morty bemoaned the unavailability of Szechuan Sauce, pining for discontinued or seasonal promotional menu items at fast food chains was always a thing. One such item is a popular burger chain’s rib sandwich – or “ribwich”, a tasty combo of sauced, processed “pork” and a handful of toppings on a bun. But why use processed meat when you can cook a whole rack of St Louis cut ribs, remove the bones and throw them between some bread? The cut is important here. St Louis (or Kansas City / Competition) cut ribs are much meatier than the average baby back, and are a fair ..read more

Gooey mozzarella cheese and garlic butter dip with crunchy croutons- this is the ultimate cob loaf dip recipe perfect for your barbecue. This recipe is from Weber by Laura Romeo – Weber Grill Expert (@laurashungry)  Difficulty – Easy Prep Time - 10 min Barbecue Time - 20 min Serving - 8 - 10 People Fuel Type – Charcoal  Ingredients 1 large cob loaf (approximately 680g)  3 tablespoons olive oil  2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh parsley GARLIC BUTTER: 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 100 grams butter, softened  1 teaspoon dried mixed herbs or Italian he ..read more

Getting your hands on a new bbq is an exciting time, but there are some steps you may need to take before its first use. Before you start cooking your first mouthwatering meal, the barbecue cooktop (plate & grill) needs to be seasoned. The seasoning process involves four main steps; washing, drying, oiling, and heating. In this article, we discuss how to season your new BBQ plate. Why should you season a new BBQ plate? Seasoning a new hot plate for the first time is an important step that you should not skip. If you don’t prepare a hotplate, several things could go wrong; rust can form, f ..read more

Having family and friends over for a BBQ is one of the best ways to spend the weekend. And a clean and well-maintained BBQ can ensure your meals are delicious and cooked evenly. Cleaning a BBQ is a simple process that involves scrubbing, soaking and drying different parts. BBQ’s and Outdoor have years of experience providing quality barbeques and BBQ accessories. In this article, we share our comprehensive guide on how to clean a BBQ. How to clean a BBQ There are several parts to a BBQ that require regular cleaning. The grills, cook box, lid and burners are some of the more important parts ..read more

The Dish: Kebab, gyros, souvlaki – often terms used interchangeably in Australia for the classic Mediterranean lamb and salad wrap, but they are actually different methods.  The easiest for home cooking, and the one I’ll focus on here is the souvlaki – marinated and cooked on individual skewers and served on simple homemade flat breads with a freshly made tzatziki. The Cooker: Traditionally, these are cooked over charcoal, however you can still get a great result on gas, and that is what I will be cooking on today. Aim for a medium-high, direct heat. I like to use the Weber Kabob rack&nbs ..read more

The Great Customer Cook-off, so what is it I hear you ask? It’s an invitational barbecue competition, whereby three long standing customers of BBQs and Outdoor have been invited to Cook off against one another using a smoker of their choice. Each contestant will serve three dishes in total. Two of the dishes will be the same between each of the contestants, offering a side by side comparison of their skills and smokers. The last dish we’ve thrown over to the contestants as part of our “chefs choice” category, allowing them the freedom to cook their best dish.   The best part is, you ..read more

Flat top BBQs are the ideal choice when catering for large groups. Perfect for school events, sporting clubs and big gatherings, flat tops are sure to handle any form of cooking. There is a wide range of flat tops, and knowing which brand is right for you can be a tough choice. Here at BBQ’s and Outdoor, we have over 25 years of experience in the barbecue industry. In this article, we share our top 3 flat top barbecues. The top 3 flat top BBQs 2022 Having a flat top BBQ is a necessity in some situations. When large groups of people depend on you for a delicious meal, you want to make ..read more

Be like Dave, check your BBQ for a gas leak the easy way! If you have arrived here, you may be wondering how to leak test a gas BBQ. A leaking gas bottle, regulator or hose can be dangerous – these leaks often cause BBQ fires. Use this guide for how to check your barbeque for a gas leak, using only soapy water! Watch the video below for a fast, effective, and safe way to prevent barbeque gas leaks, and improve your barbeque safety! Video time: 61 seconds. The soapy water gas leak test When to Test? The BBQ gas bottle, regulator & hose assembly should be checked for leaks, using the s ..read more

Beer Can Chicken!! The Dish: Beer Can Chicken: words you often hear together in the barbecue world. Some say it’s overrated, others have methods they prefer, but I think it’s one of the best ways to guarantee a tender, juicy and delicious bird that will keep both dark and white meat fans happy. Why? Well, it’s a bit of a subject of debate. Some people insist they can taste the difference and are very particular on the cans they use, but in reality, it is generally accepted that the benefit of the beer can is acting as a stand. Generally, the cavity of the chicken will prevent the beer from re ..read more