Battle of the BBQ's - Big Green Egg or A Gas Grill?

Well you know how we feel about this one. Gas grills have their uses, but really, where is the fun in barbecuing on a gas grill? This short video gives a very brief overview of the differences between the BGE and a Gas Grill, but what we really like is his backyard set up. And the real star of the video is the swimming dog at the end of the clip!

A Big Green Egg Set Up A Father Could Love!

Father's Day 2012 approaches and one thing things holds true for most dad's - even big boys love their toys! Check out this video from Father's Day 2011. That's one cool nest for the egg - the tactile pleasure of a nice Cypress table combined with high tech temperature monitoring and control. What more could a grilling dad ask for?

Green Egg Pizza Cones?

You may have heard of Purple People Eaters - but Green Egg Pizza Cones?

So, what's a pizza cone you ask?



Pizza fun for the entire family! Our set includes everything you need to make delicious pizza at hometwo pizza cones, two dough cutters and a crimper, plus a recipe and instructions booklet. Just roll out pizza cone dough and cut using the included cutter. Moisten the edges of the dough with water or egg wash and fold the dough in half. Run the crimper along the outer edge to seam the cone; allow to rest for 10-15 minutes. Slip dough on the pizza cone mold and bake 6-7 minutes until cone begins to brown. Remove from oven or grill and let cool for two minutes before removing from the mold. Place the cone into the pizza cone stand, fill with your favorite ingredients, return to oven and bake until golden and bubbly.Set features nonstick finish for easy cleanup. Hand wash with a mild dishwashing soap, rinse and dry immediately. Please use a mitt or glove for safety



Now, we personally haven't tried them on the Big Green Egg yet, but we bet they could very well be out of this world!

American Quality: Sur La Table products made right here at home!

A Steel Kamado?

With the success of  "The Avengers" movie, we couldn't resist a little super hero reference - no not the "Man of Steel", but the Kamado made of steel! It's relatively cheap and we wonder how hot the outer surface gets to the touch, but it's always good to see the differences between the various Kamado options available. And we got a  kick out of the ingenious heat diffuser fashioned by the author of this video!

The Big Green Egg Family

Now that April 15th has passed (well OK, April 17th thanks to Washington DC) we can all reach into our pockets and be thankful as we count the change Uncle Sam has left us with. And while we start to save our pennies, we can dream of our next Big Green Egg purchase. Here's a snappy little video that runs through the complete Big Green Egg line. There is a Big Green Egg for almost everyone. Check it out and see!

St. Patrick's Day Corned Beef

St. Patrick's day is this weekend and what better way to celebrate than to smoke your own Corned Beef. Here is a video with a nifty recipe that is done in an oven type smoker, but it should translate nicely to the Big Green Egg. And the for those of you that live in a place where you can't have a charcoal barbecue, the smoker shown here presents an interesting alternative.

May the "Luck of the Irish" be with you!

Video Highlight 2/16/12

Something a bit different for you this week - a video showing off some beautiful cabinetry to surround your Big Green Egg. We say - nice work. Enjoy!

Grillin' With your Valentine

Less than two weeks to Valentine's Day and if you haven't completed your shopping for that special Big Green Egg aficionado, why not check out these Big Green Egg oriented gifts. They are sure to put a smile on the face (and a spark in the heart) of your special Valentine!

Grillin' With Your Valentine - Outdoor TV

Want to really give a stand out gift to your honey this Valentine's Day? Then check out this 32" all weather outdoor LCD TV. What could be more romantic than movies under the moonlight?


Sunbrite 32" outdoor TV - $1,990.75 from Home and Patio Decor Center

SunbriteTV will help you make the most of your outdoor living space by enjoying your favorite TV shows outside with this tough and durable outdoor television. It supports 720p high-definition images on its 32" flat-panel LCD screen and features an all-weather housing for long-term endurance. A stunning 1366 x 768 resolution displays shows, movies and sporting events in all weather conditions thanks to the ASA plastic resin exterior.

Grillin' With Your Valentine

It's only a few weeks until February and if you're like us, you want to find something special for your sweetheart on Valentine's Day. For those of you whose honey is into barbecue and outdoor cooking, we will be highlighting some unique gift ideas over the next couple of weeks.

We start with this gourmet knife and fork set from Villeroy and Boch. Villeroy and Boch is a well known maker of fine china that has been around for over 250 years. On a personal note, our wedding china is by Villeroy & Boch, and we have been extremely satisfied with it.


Gourmet Steak Knives & Forks : Set of 6

Video Highlight 1/15/12

Happy New Year fellow Big Green Egger's. Hope your year is starting out well. Since the new year usually means fresh starts and innovative ideas, we though this video was worth sharing with you. We would still rather fork out the extra dollars for the real thing - but this is rather ingenious, don't you think? And if it doesn't work out, the inventor can always re-repurpose the components!











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The Big Green Egg Fire Starters

Just about a week to go before Santa's Big Day. If you are still looking for some stocking stuffers for your Big Green Egger, how about these Big Green Egg Fire Starters? After all, there is truly nothing like a nice hot barbecue on those cold, cold nights!

The Big Green Egg Corn Holders For Christmas

Looking for a stocking stuffer for that hard-to-buy-for Big Green Egg fan of yours? Then how about these Big Green Egg Corn Holders? Guaranteed to pass the Maria "cute" test and they wont break the bank, either!

The Big Green Egg Cookbook For Christmas

Looking for a great Christmas gift, or stocking stuffer, for a Big Green Egg fan? Then how about the Big Green Egg Cookbook? Filled with all sorts of recipes and useful information on the Big Green Egg at a price you can afford. And there is even a Kindle edition. Check it out!



or, for the kindle version...

Have A Merry Barbecue Christmas!!

Have a barbecue or grilling fanatic in the family? Well, you don't need to rack your brains or fight the crowds to fulfill their Christmas wishes. Just check out our new Have a Merry Barbecue Christmas page and you'll find some great gift ideas straight from Santa himself!





In/outdoor barbecue grill with integrated I-pod holder & radio* In/outdoor electric grill/roast with build in speaker and amplifier* 370 mm / 14.6 in. hot plate with ribbed surface* 200 square inch cooking area* 16 cm / 6.3 in height high dome lid* Lid can be used as a wind shield; detachable for easy cleaning* Detachable non-stick cooking plate and grease tray are dishwasher safe* 300 - 425 F removable and thermostat controlled probe* Universal 3.5 mm jack for all MP3 players* I-pod holder* Radio with LCD display* 10 W reflective woofer* Can be used also as table grill without the base* Suitable for outdoor use (IPX/NEMA)
$199.99 at Kmart


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A Kamado Made in the USA

While we love the Big Green Egg, we also recognize that there are a variety of Kamado cooker options on the market. This video made by askthechimneysweep.com and featuring Jerry Isenhour is a great introduction to one of them, the Primo Kamado Grill. The Primo is made in the USA (the Big Green Egg production takes place in Mexico) and is oval in shape, instead of round.

Jerry packs a lot of good information in less than 4 minutes (just the way we like it). And that's no baloney. But, Jerry does like to cook Bologna on his Primo Grill!

Enjoy.

In Honor of Our Troops....

One Mini Big Green Egg and a bunch of big hearts and dedicated souls.





You make us proud. Thank you for all you do.

Big Green Egg Digest 11/3/11

Wow, it's November already! Summertime barbecuing will be back with us momentarily, but in the meantime aren't you glad you can use the Big Green Egg all year round?



Can you take a Big Green Egg tailgating? Sure you can - well the Mini Green Egg anyway!Check out this video:






Not bad for a little romantic tailgate party for two....


Speaking of tailgating, Wilfred Reinke, one of our favorite bloggers has entered a recipe in the Football Nations Tailgate Recipe of The Year contest. Bacon wrapped meatballs - looks great!

Also check out this blog entry from Food and Fire on how to take advantage of your already heated grill after you have cooked your intended dish. The author cooks a steak and then has a clever idea on how to use up some chicken tenders. Our approach has been to cook dessert - baked apples or smores (with us, any excuse to make and eat desert)!

Meanwhile in twitter land:

@JJsBackYard - Happy Halloween everyone! Did anyone go as a Big Green Egg

Now we would love to see the reaction when someone opens the door to that costume!

@biggreenbistro - We’re pretty sure they were thinking about the #BigGreenEgg when they wrote “Trick or treat, trick or treat, give me something good to eat.”

Yes, that sounds eggsactly right!

Big Green Egg Digest 10/27/11

Crab on the Green Egg? Yes you can! Check out this mouth watering version from one of our favorite bloggers TheBigGreenAsianEgg.

As always, nice job, Roman!

Imagine, building a large Big Green Egg in under three minutes! OK, so maybe it's the video that's under three minutes, but watch this and you may be able to assemble your Big Green Egg in under an hour as they suggest.




Meanwhile on the twitter front @TallahasseeREAL posted this:

What A House And A Big Green Egg Have In Common http://bit.ly/pg5IIX

Bravo, a well thought out and well written article!


And @GaryDickenson posted this:

And the chicken is done #biggreenegg it looks amazing http://yfrog.com/nvjhbkj

And then this:

OMG this is the most amazing moist chicken I've ever had. #biggreenegg

Yes Gary, it sure does look amazing and with cooking on the Big Green Egg it usually is!!

Time For Tailgating

A Blender on steroids! This unit is gas powered so take it and use it anywhere.



Be the hit of the party with the Daiquiri Whacker gas powered blender! The Gas Powered, Go Anywhere, Party Starter! We bet your jealous neighbor doesn't have one of these. Whip this baby out, fire her up, and control the mixing with the twist grip throttle and we guarantee there won't be an unsmiling face in the crowd!