Sometimes BBQ plans get interrupted—and this week was one of those times. In this ad hoc episode, Steve and Dec sit down to talk about the difficult decision to postpone the Big BBQ Community Cookout after Storm Amy hit the UK with full force.

We break down the reasons behind the postponement, from health and safety concerns to looking after everyone in our community. The good news? The event is now confirmed for Saturday 11th October—and it’s going to be bigger and better than ever.

As always, we bring you the usual favourites:

• 🔥 What We’ve Been Cooking – our latest cooks on the grill and smoker

• 📰 Community News & Shoutouts – celebrating the BBQ family and what’s happening around the scene

It’s not the episode we planned—but it’s the one the weather gave us!

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This week Steve and Dec head to London’s iconic Tobacco Dock for Meatopia 2025. Tune in to hear our full recap of the event—what we thought, the standout dishes we devoured, and the overall vibe of this legendary live-fire festival.

We’re also sharing updates on the Big BBQ Community Cookout, plus all the usual segments you love:

• 🔥 What We’ve Been Cooking – our latest BBQ experiments and successes

• 📰 Community News & Shoutouts – the latest happenings and listener highlights

Whether you’re a backyard pitmaster or a live-fire fanatic, this episode will have you hungry for smoke and flames.

👉 Have an event or shoutout for the show?
Drop us a message on Instagram @fromtheshackpodcast and let us know—no matter how big or small.

Listen now and join the conversation!

This week on From The Shack, we’re taking you deep into the world of Asado cooking as we join the incredible team from Banquet1415 for their hands-on live fire cooking class. If you’ve ever wanted to master the art of Argentinian-style BBQ and elevate your fire cooking skills, this episode is packed with tips, techniques, and inspiration.

Dec shares his full experience at the class — from breaking down whole cuts and fire management to learning the unique approach that Banquet1415 brings to cooking over flames. We also chat about UK BBQ community news, share our latest cooks, and discuss why cooking Asado-style is perfect for anyone looking to push their BBQ game further.

If you love open fire cooking and want to discover new techniques, this episode is one you can’t miss.

🔥 A full breakdown of Dec’s experience at Banquet1415’s Asado cooking class
🔥 Tips and tricks for mastering Argentinian-style open fire BBQ
🔥 How Banquet1415 is shaping the UK live fire cooking scene
🔥 UK BBQ community news & updates
🔥 Our favourite recent cooks and recipe inspiration
🔥 Why live fire BBQ is more than just food — it’s about connection, creativity, and culture

Banquet1415 is leading the way in live fire cooking here in the UK. Their Asado cooking classes combine tradition, technique, and creativity — giving BBQ lovers a chance to get hands-on with wood-fired, smoke-infused cooking like never before.

We’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode and your own BBQ stories! Get in touch:

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Thanks for tuning in to another episode of From The Shack! Next week, we’ve got even more fire-fuelled chats, BBQ tips, and community updates coming your way. Until then… keep cooking low, slow, and over fire! 🔥

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This week, we’re talking all about Marcus Bawdon’s Live Fire Cooking Class at Alfresco Chapel. Dec shares his first-hand experience of the day—from the techniques he learned to the dishes that stole the show.

We’re also joined by the man himself, Marcus Bawdon—one of the original stars of the UK BBQ scene, author, teacher, and all-round live fire legend. We chat about his journey in BBQ, his passion for teaching, and why live fire cooking continues to inspire so many.

As always, we bring you the latest from the UK BBQ community, plus some of our favourite recent cooks to inspire your next fire-up. Whether you’re a seasoned pitmaster or just getting started, this episode is packed with flavour, fire, and BBQ wisdom.

What to Expect:
🔥 Dec’s take on attending Marcus Bawdon’s Live Fire Class at Alfresco Chapel.
🔥 A chat with Marcus Bawdon himself—insights, inspiration, and BBQ stories.
🔥 Techniques, tips, and flavour ideas from one of the UK’s most respected BBQ voices.
🔥 Community news, shoutouts, and our recent cooks that you’ll want to try yourself.

Tags & Featured Accounts:
@countrywoodsmoke – Live fire cooking educator & BBQ author.
@alfresco_chapel_bbq – The North West’s BBQ store & event hub.
@pitbarreluk – Makers of the legendary Pit Barrel Cooker.
@monolithgrillsukir – High-performance kamado grills.
@thermapen – BBQ temperature perfection.
@globaltic_uk – Premium charcoal for serious cooking.

Have you taken a BBQ or live fire class? Got a favourite recent cook you want to share? Let us know—and don’t forget, if you want a shoutout on the pod, send us your BBQ stories, tips, or events.

Connect with Us:

• Instagram: @fromtheshackpod

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Thanks for tuning in to From The Shack! Huge thanks to Marcus Bawdon for joining us and to Alfresco Chapel for hosting an unforgettable class. We’ll be back with more fire, flavour, and community BBQ chat next week—until then, happy grilling!

We’re back with part two of one of our biggest topics yet—the rise of backyard BBQ culture in the UK. In this follow-up to Episode 2, we go even deeper into how the UK BBQ scene is growing, evolving, and catching fire.

This time, we look at it through the lens of the brands driving the industry forward. We’ve gathered insights and quotes from some of the biggest names in UK BBQ—from grill manufacturers to fuel suppliers—to understand how the surge in interest is impacting product trends, innovation, and customer habits.

As always, we also bring you the latest from the BBQ community, plus a rundown of some of our favourite cooks from the past few weeks. It’s fire, flavour, and plenty of food talk from your mates in the shack.

What to Expect:
🔥 Industry insights from top UK BBQ brands:

• What’s selling, what’s changing, and what’s coming next.

• The rise in premium gear, fuel innovation, and year-round BBQing.
  🔥 Quotes from the brands: Hear what major players are saying about the UK BBQ boom.
  🔥 Recent cooks: Our personal favourites and what inspired them.
  🔥 Community news & shoutouts: As always, we highlight what’s happening in the BBQ scene.

Brands Featured in This Episode:
🔥 @biggreenegguk – The green iconic ceramic grill pioneers.
🔥 @kadaiuk – Open Fire leaders in fire pits.
🔥 @grillinggearuk – BBQ gear for backyard pitmasters.
🔥 @monolithgrillukir – High-end kamado grills built for precision.
🔥 @thermapen – The gold standard in BBQ temperature control.
🔥 @globaltic_uk – Premium lumpwood charcoal fuelling UK fires.
Got thoughts on the UK BBQ scene or want to share your favourite recent cook? Want a shoutout on the pod or know an event we should cover? Drop us a message—we’re building this community together.

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• YouTube: @fromtheshackpod

Thanks for tuning in to Episode 3 of From The Shack! Whether you’re new to the BBQ world or a seasoned pitmaster, we’re here to bring you the stories, tools, and inspiration to fire things up. See you next time—and until then, happy grilling!

In this episode, we fire up the mics and chat about our latest cooks, kit obsessions, and what's been going down on the grills this week.

Then we dive into our main topic:
The Rise of Backyard BBQ in the UK.
From humble burgers and bangers to reverse-seared ribeyes and full-blown outdoor kitchens — the British BBQ scene has come a long way. We unpack why it's booming, how social media and brands are fuelling the fire, and what makes UK BBQ culture unique.

We also bring you the latest BBQ community news, share an exciting update on The Big BBQ Community Cookout (October’s free fire-cooked celebration), and shout out a few brilliant brands making waves in the scene.

Links & Mentions:

• The Big BBQ Community Cookout info → cheshirebbqschool.org

• Follow us on Instagram → @fromtheshackpodcast

• Tag us in your cooks and setups — we love to share them!

Sponsors:
Huge thanks to our amazing sponsors for supporting the show:
🔥 @alfrescochapel — BBQ showroom in Chorley
🔥 @pitbarreluk — The original vertical drum smoker
🔥 @thermapen — The only thermometer we trust on the grill

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We’re kicking off Season 2 of From the Shack with exciting news — we’ve got new sponsors, big plans, and a massive community event on the horizon!

👉 In this episode:

• We welcome Alfresco Chapel BBQ Centre — the ultimate BBQ showroom in the northwest

• We’re now powered by Pit Barrel Cookers — simple, flavour-packed cooking in a barrel

• Thermapen continues supporting the show with their industry-leading thermometers

• And we give a full update on the Big BBQ Community Cookout — a free BBQ celebration with live fire cooking, competitions, brands, and prizes

💬 Whether you're a weekend warrior or a pro pitmaster, there's something in this one for you.

• Alfresco Chapel: @alfresco_chapel_bbq/

• Pit Barrel Cookers: @pitbarreluk

• Thermapen: @thermapen

• Big BBQ Community Cookout info: cheshirebbqschool.org

🔗 Links & Shoutouts

🎙 Season 1 finale is here — and it’s a special one!We went LIVE for the very first time, with tongs in hand and coals burning hot to celebrate the final day of UK BBQ Week 2025.🔥 This episode was streamed straight from the Shack, featuring:👇— World Cuisine on Fire: The UK BBQ Week theme was global flavours, so we cooked up a full Texas BBQ tray — but with a twist on every single item.— Season 1 Wrap-Up: We look back on an epic few months of community, conversations, cooks and chaos — all from two backyard BBQers just doing what we love.— Live Vibes: No edits, no filters, just pure BBQ passion — recorded live with our audience, questions, and plenty of meat.🙏 Massive thanks to everyone who tuned in, listened, shared, and supported Season 1. You’ve helped build something really special.We’re taking a few weeks off to reset, rest, and stoke the fire — but don’t worry:Season 2 is coming in HOT.🛠️ This episode was proudly sponsored by:🔥 Thermapen – https://thermapen.co.uk🎯 Use code SHACK-20 for 20% off sitewide!🥩 The Catering Butcher – top-quality meat for real BBQers🔥 Globaltic Charcoal – the fuel behind the fire📍 Join the Shack community:📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/fromtheshackpodcast🎬 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@fromtheshackpodcast▶️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@fromtheshackpodcast👨‍🍳 Steve (Charred Food Co): https://instagram.com/charredfoodco👨‍🍳 Dec (Cheshire Grill): https://instagram.com/cheshire_grill🔥 Cheshire BBQ School: https://instagram.com/cheshirebbqschool🎯 Want to work with us in Season 2?We’re open to podcast sponsors, product collabs, BBQ events, and shoutouts. Let’s build something 🔥🎧 Catch up on all episodes of Season 1 on:Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Amazon Music | Google Podcasts🔥 Hit play, raise a glass (or a brisket), and help us close out Season 1 with a bang.#FromTheShackPodcast #UKBBQWeek #BBQPodcast #LiveFireCooking #BBQCommunity #Thermapen #GlobalticCharcoal #TheCateringButcher #TexasBBQ #CheshireBBQSchool #KamadoCooking