While the UK might be famous for its unpredictable and rather disappointing summer weather, us Brits never seem to shy away from a good old barbecue. It comes as no surprise then that the UK continues to be Europe’s leading barbecue nation, with families hosting on average 9 barbecues every year...

Just as you would set the oven to the correct temperature, so it’s necessary to do the same when roasting on your grill. Using a fuel that you’re familiar with it’s important to part the coals (or gas burners) and leave a gap in the centre of the BBQ. With the cooking grate in-place you’re now ready to place the bird in the roasting zone, close the lid, and start cooking...

This harissa salmon burger is to die for and the pea hummus is a simply perfect accompaniment. Here Richard shows you step-by-step how to marinate your salmon fillets, BBQ to perfection using the SuperFast Thermapen 4 and of course serve it all beautifully together in a soft bread roll...

This lemon and thyme chicken is the perfect choice for a light summer evening dinner, perfectly paired with a tomato and rocket salad. Here Richard shows you step-by-step how to BBQ your chicken both safely and correctly using the Thermapen Professional, resulting in a moist chicken breast full of flavour...

Incredibly delicious recipe for you by BBQ Master Richard Holden. Proving once again that BBQ cooking is not only for those long summer evenings but also those cosy dark ones. Using your BBQ for a slow cooked dish is a great way to keep the fires burning as the mercury drops. With a low ‘n’ slow dish there’s a small amount of time spent outside during the setup and at the start of the cook...

Today we’re excited to share another delicious recipe from BBQ Master Richard Holden.This delicious flat iron steak with salad and asparagus is perfect for these light summer evenings, especially with a glass of wine on the side...

This pork burger recipe by BBQ master Richard Holden is packed with fresh, vibrant, Italian flavours. Pork and parmesan make a great alternative to your usual beef and cheddar, while a generous dollop of pesto is always welcome in our books...

A delicious twist on the classic dessert, these refreshing and summery treats are perfect for enjoying in the garden or park. The sponge is perfectly cooked to temperature, and the Italian meringue has the ideal satiny texture achieved by monitoring the sugar solution closely with a Thermapen...

Ensuring a beef wellington is perfectly cooked for your liking is pretty impossible without cooking by temperature, and it’s a tragedy to cut into it after all of your hard work and discover that it is over or under done. The temperatures for rare, medium and well done beef are 52°C, 60°C and 71°C, but the temperature of the beef continues to rise while it rests, so it’s best to cook it a little under the final temperature that you would like it

These lamb chops with olive tapenade are sure to hit the spot. Bursting with fresh herbs and Mediterranean flavours, they’ll bring back the sweet taste of summer holidays. Don’t forget to make sure your chops are perfectly pink inside by checking the temperature with your Thermapen...

Buttery, dense and crumbly, baking the perfect scone is all about texture. To create the best base for huge dollops of rich cream and sweet jam, ensure your scone is cooked until it reaches between 95 and 99°C. Enjoy in the garden or park for a delicious lockdown afternoon tea...

Beautifully tender and packed with flavour, these pork tomahawks marinated in honey mustard are a fantastic treat for satiating your restaurant cravings from home. Paired with some refreshing apple slaw, these perfectly cooked chops are seared for 2 minutes on each side before being brought up to 74°C in the oven...