Inspiration

Why Meat Keeps Cooking as It Rests (And What to Do About It)
Have you ever removed your meat from the heat at the perfect temperature, only to find it looks overdone once you slice into it? The reason for this is carryover... Read more...
Steak Cooking Chart: Temperatures & Tips
Getting your steak spot on can be tricky—each cut varies in size and fattiness, making every cook different. They also typically cook very quickly; your steak can go from perfection... Read more...
Best Meat Thermometers for Air Fryers
Using a meat thermometer on any dish will ensure your food is safely cooked. But it also helps you to avoid overcooking, so you get a nice juicy result. This... Read more...
5 Science-Backed Tips for Cooking Tender Lean Meats
Everyone enjoys juicy chicken wings, melt-in-the-mouth ribs and a juicy marbled steak. But sometimes, we need to keep things lean. Lower in fat but still high in protein, lean meats... Read more...
Mike Tomkins’ 11 Christmas Dinner Tips for Turkey Perfection
Described by John Torode as a ‘meat maestro’, MasterChef 2021 runner-up Mike Tomkins is a pro at making the traditional turkey feast one to remember. Follow his top 11 Christmas... Read more...
The Ultimate Turkey Cooking Guide
Cooking a turkey can send fear rippling through the hearts of even the best home cooks. Will it defrost in time? Do I brine it? What even is brining? Is... Read more...
Everything You Need to Know About Cooking Chicken Wings
Three best ways to cook chicken wings, ideas for what to serve with them, what temperature chicken wings should reach for optimum juiciness and how best to reheat them if... Read more...
An Introduction to South African Braai with The Braai Man
To learn more about what braai means, what you can cook on a braai, and what tools you need, we spoke to The Braai Man, the UK manufacturer of authentic... Read more...
Air Fryer Fillet Steak, Chunky Chips & Béarnaise Sauce
This air fryer steak recipe by Instant Brands is perfect for enjoying a romantic or special meal at home. It's so quick and easy, but the results are juicy and... Read more...
Air Fryer Whole Roast Chicken with Yoghurt Marinade
Quick and easy air fryer roast chicken recipe, cooked in a spicy lemon and yoghurt marinade and served with roast baby potatoes and vegetables. Read more...
The Smokin' Elk's Hot & Fast BBQ Brisket
Cooking tender, flavoursome and juicy brisket doesn’t have to take lots of time and effort, especially when you use the Smoke to monitor your temps. The Smokin’ Elk showed us... Read more...
How to Cook Beef Ribs with the Smokin' Elk
Great for beginners looking to get into low and slow smoking, beef short ribs are simpler to make but still have all the flavour, bark and tenderness of bigger cuts... Read more...
Roast topside of beef with Yorkshire puddings
There’s nothing more comforting than a delicious roast topside of beef with lashings of gravy and a big ol’ Yorkshire pud. We served this recipe with roast beetroot, potatoes and... Read more...
Juicy & Perfectly Done: How to Rest Meat Properly
The process of cooking meat is not complete once it’s off the heat. Understanding how to rest meat properly is key to getting it perfectly cooked and juicy. We used... Read more...
The Smokin' Elk's Moroccan-Spiced Shoulder of Lamb
Fire cooking fanatic The Smokin’ Elk absolutely loves lamb and of course he loves to BBQ, so we invited him to create a recipe for some really tender pulled BBQ... Read more...
Cranberry-Glazed Turkey with Rice Stuffing
This cranberry-glazed turkey recipe is bursting with traditional festive flavours, but paired with some fresh takes on the classic sides. Wild rice stuffing, pickled red cabbage and spiced potatoes make... Read more...
Simple Pan-Fried Pork Medallions
Easy pork medallions recipe, fried in rosemary and thyme and coated in a buttery white wine sauce. Serve with our optional tahini cauliflower salad.  Read more...
Beef Rib Roast with Horseradish Cream
This beef rib roast recipe is a spectacular centrepiece, best served pink and juicy. It isn't referred to as the prime rib for nothing. It's the Rolls Royce of the... Read more...
The Perfect Turkey Recipe
This perfect turkey recipe is brilliant because the gravy and stuffing can be prepped in advance so that’s two less things to worry about on the day. The turkey is also... Read more...
Roast Venison Loin with Beetroot
Rich roast venison loin recipe with sticky black garlic beetroot. It’s great with buttery mash or roasted new potatoes and a dash of red wine gravy or the resting juices. Read more...
BBQ T-Bone Steak
Succulent steak meets the summeriest of salads in this simple BBQ recipe. The T-bone is reverse-seared to produce perfectly tender meat with a beautifully browned crust. The flavoursome beef pairs... Read more...
Honey Mustard Pork Tomahawk Chops
Simple honey mustard pork chops recipe made with juicy pork tomahawk steaks. Pan-fry to get a flavourful crust, then finish in the oven on a low heat for a tender... Read more...
Pork & Pesto Italian Burgers
This pork, pesto and parmesan Italian burger recipe by BBQ master Richard Holden is packed with fresh, summery flavours. Pork and parmesan make a great alternative to your usual beef... Read more...
Turkey Ballotine with Sausage & Cranberry
Billy & Jack‘s succulent ballotine paired with a crisp bubble and squeak fritter, pan fried wild mushrooms and steamed brussels sprouts. The dish is a simple blend of traditional and... Read more...
Gluten Free Turkey Wellington
This gluten free turkey wellington recipe is by chef Jane Devonshire. Jane is the 2016 winner of BBC MasterChef UK, author of Hassle Free, Gluten Free, and has worked with numerous... Read more...
Little Sunny Kitchen's BBQ Lamb Ribs
A wonderful recipe from the lovely Diana at Little Sunny Kitchen. These BBQ lamb ribs have a Middle Eastern twist on them and Yazeed (Diana’s husband) loves to cook them... Read more...
Christmas Marmalade Glazed Gammon
At Christmas time we all tend to overindulge, and this glazed gammon joint is worth the indulgence. This would make a great alternative to Turkey or even a wonderful dish... Read more...