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Vusi Ndlovu #7 chef in the World

Big Green Egg recently had the privilege of collaborating with Vusi Ndlovu, now head chef at The Marabi Jazz Club in Gauteng. Vusi, mentored by legendary chefs like Luke Dale Roberts and Marthinus Ferreira (both experienced EGG users), entered the esteemed S....

#MeatMoments Competition

You may have realised by now that we're on a bit of a meat binge. Recipes like our Reverse Sear Prime Rib Steak and this stuffed Pork Belly with Apple and Mushroom are good indicators that we're having a Meat Moment. Our collab with Andy Fenner of Frankie Fenner's...

EGGcademy with Frankie Fenner Meat Merchants

When Andy Fenner writes he's long respected the Big Green Egg brand, we've got to say the feeling was quite mutual - we love his passion! So, we couldn't be more delighted to announce him as our new brand ambassador. His Friday lunches, Saturday brunches and more will...

7 Smoking Recipes to Try this Autumn

Thanks to TV shows like BBQ Pitmasters and Man Fire Food, smoking as a cooking technique is taking off! Keen to get in on the smoking action? Here's our round up of the best smoking recipes to try in the best kamado grill on the market - your Big Green Egg....

Last Minute Stocking Fillers

Cedar and Alder smoking planks: Think Planked Brie with Cranberry Relish - perfect party food. Chef grade stainless steel flavour injector: Infuse the Christmas bird with extra flavour using this useful kitchen tool. Stainless steel mini-burger slider basket: Keep the...

EggDIBLE GIFTS TO MAKE THIS YEAR

Not that you need an excuse to "EGG", but if you do, what can be more noble than firing up the Big Green Egg to make edible gifts for those nearest and dearest? If you happen to eat most of it before it leaves the house, that's fine too - we don't judge! We've scoured...

Your guide to our new Cast Iron Cookware range

Big Green Egg, the market-leader in kamado grills, have just launched a new range of Cast Iron Cookware. Here is what you need to know. Why Cast Iron? Not only does cast iron retain heat extremely well, it distributes that heat evenly and slowly. This makes a cast...

Top 7 Father’s Day Puddings

Whether based on fact, cultural conditioning or clever marketing, there seems to be a difference between how men and women view desserts. If TV ads are to be believed, a tub of Häagen Daz is quite acceptable as a cure for women's heartbreak while men prefer to "sweat...

Big Green Egg at Taste of Cape Town 2015

Big Green Egg is partnering again with celebrity butcher Caroline Mccann of Braeside Meat Market, chef Arnold Tanzer (regular EGGcademy host) and The Wolftrap wine to bring a pop up restaurant with a difference to Taste of Cape Town 2015. Showcasing the versatility...

Easter EGGcademy

Joburg EGGheads had the opportunity recently to perfect their Easter menu cooked entirely on the Big Green Egg. With chef Arnold Tanzer once again our host and Braeside Meat Market, Miele and The Wolftrap wine our proud co-sponsors, the Saturday afternoon cooking...

International EGGhead cooking in SA!

Dutch chef, Helma Wortelboer of De Kortenburg, is currently running the kitchen at Dutchies in Hermanus. When asked by good friend and owner Joke Gonggrijp to come to SA to head up the kitchen, Helma gladly accepted...with one stipulation: She needed a Big Green Egg...

EGGcademy at 9th Avenue Bistro

Durban EGGheads had an opportunity to enjoy a Christmas-themed menu last night at 9th Avenue Bistro. Award-winning chef, Graham Neilson, again hosted the night for us and guests tucked into Grilled salmon with an asparagus, avo and radish salad dressed in an egg yolk...

Big Green Egg at Braai and Fireplaceman

Joburg foodies have the opportunity to wrap up their Big Green Egg festive shopping with our team at Braai and Fireplaceman on 20 December between 10am and 2pm.

EGGcademy Joburg

Joburg Foodies have another opportunity to join us for EGGcademy. Hosted by chef Arnold Tanzer and our partners, Miele, Robertsons Spices, Braeside Meat Market and The Wolftrap wine, we'll show you how to entertain in EGGcelent style this festive season. Book...

Big Green Egg All Natural Lump Charcoal

Big Green Egg, revolutionising the South African Braai The charcoal vs briquettes debate is about as divisive as the coal vs gas debate! We, at Big Green Egg, are often asked which type of coal we recommend. Our answer will always be charcoal first and in particular,...

EGGcademy

Book your seats now for the last EGGcademy cooking classes for 2014. Johannesburg, 03 December Durban, 04 December Cape Town, 15 December Missed a class? This is what you've been missing out on... Contact info@biggreenegg.co.za to...

Big Green Egg at Food Wine Design Fair

For the second year, Big Green Egg is joining cooking forces with Joburg butcher, Caroline McCann of Braeside Meat Market in bringing The Ultimate Cooking Experience to the Food Wine Design Fair (now known as the Sanlam HandMade Contemporary Food Wine Design Fair)....

Sally Ann van Heerden Review

We catch up with another 2013 Great Steak League winner, Sally Ann van Heerden. "The EGG is by far my favourite way to cook." What was on the menu for the first EGG cookout? Brazilian cuts of steak - marinated in our family's secret sticky sauce and served with...