Shack Bites – Season 1 Episode 10

Welcome back to Shack Bites, the bi-weekly mini show from From The Shack, where Steve and Dec sit down to talk through the cooks, conversations, and community stories that have caught their attention this week.

This episode is packed with flavour.

Dec has been experimenting with a cook that sounds almost too good to be true. After smoking a batch of chicken wings low and slow, he finished them by crisping them up in rendered beef fat left over from a smash burger cook. The result? Crispy, smoky, flavour-packed wings that might just become a regular feature in his BBQ rotation.

Meanwhile, Steve has been raising the bar once again with a stunning French-trimmed two-bone pork loin, served alongside butter-roasted fennel, crispy herb potatoes, and finished with a rich cider reduction sauce. A cook that proves BBQ and outdoor cooking can be every bit as refined as restaurant dining while still staying true to its fire-cooked roots.

Dec's second cook of the week took inspiration from his recent Cajun adventures, with a flavour-packed Cajun chicken dish, paired with Mediterranean vegetables and a creamy Alfredo-style sauce. The lads discuss balancing bold flavours, building simple but effective meals, and why sometimes the best cooks are the ones that don't overcomplicate things.

Alongside the cooks, Steve and Dec also dive into:

• Listener comments and feedback from last week's episode

• The conversations everyone has been having in the From The Shack WhatsApp community

• Popular BBQ topics currently trending amongst listeners

• Community updates and BBQ news

• What's been happening around the UK BBQ scene

• Plans for upcoming cooks, events, and content

As always, it's a relaxed conversation between two mates who love BBQ, outdoor cooking, and the incredible community that comes with it.

The conversation doesn't stop when the podcast ends.

Our WhatsApp community has become one of the most active and welcoming BBQ groups in the UK, with members sharing cooks, recipes, advice, product recommendations, event information, and plenty of BBQ banter every day.

Whether you're firing up your first kettle barbecue or running a competition smoker, there's a place for you in the community.

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If you're enjoying the podcast, please subscribe, leave a review, and share the show with your BBQ mates. Every recommendation helps us reach more people and continue growing the UK BBQ community.

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• Pit Barrel Cooker Co.

• Alfresco Chapel

Their continued support helps us keep bringing great BBQ content, conversations, and community-focused episodes to listeners every week.

Thanks for listening, and we'll see you around the fire.

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Shack Bites – Season 1 Episode 9

Welcome back to Shack Bites, the bi-weekly mini show from From The Shack, where Steve and Dec bring you the latest cooks, BBQ chat, community updates, and everything happening around the fire.

This week, Steve has been spending plenty of time behind the camera, recording recipes for the upcoming Millington Hall Farm YouTube channel, and he gives us a sneak peek at two of the standout cooks from the filming sessions.

First up is an incredible Tomapork cooked with a premium twist, showcasing just how special this cut can be when treated with a little creativity and attention to detail. Steve talks through the cook, the inspiration behind it, and why it could become one of his favourite pork dishes yet.

Next, it's a true crowd-pleaser — a classic double smash burger, taken to another level with homemade bacon jam. Crispy edges, juicy beef, rich smoky bacon flavours and everything you want from a proper burger cook. If you're looking for inspiration for your next BBQ session, this one's definitely worth hearing about.

Meanwhile, Dec has been proving that great BBQ can happen anywhere. While away on holiday, he fired up his trusty mini kamado to cook a flavour-packed Cajun pork chop, bringing plenty of heat and bold seasoning to the table. He also put together a beautifully cooked whole chicken, proving once again that simple cooks done well are often some of the best.

Whether you're into burgers, pork, chicken, live fire cooking or simply hearing two mates talking BBQ, there's plenty to enjoy in this week's episode.

The From The Shack WhatsApp Community is one of the fastest-growing BBQ groups in the UK, bringing together pitmasters, backyard cooks, live fire enthusiasts and complete beginners alike.

Share your cooks, ask questions, discover events, get inspiration, and connect with fellow BBQ lovers from across the country.

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If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe, leave a review, and share the podcast with your BBQ mates. Every recommendation helps us reach more people and continue growing the amazing UK BBQ community.

This episode is proudly supported by:

• Thermapen

• Pit Barrel Cooker Co.

• Alfresco Chapel

Thank you for supporting the podcast and helping us continue to bring great BBQ content to the community.

See you around the fire.

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What happens when a few people with a shared passion get together around a barbecue?

In this week's episode of From The Shack, Steve and Dec dive into a topic that sits right at the heart of the UK BBQ community: how every one of us can play a part in growing BBQ in our local area.

Whether it's organising a casual cook-up, attending local events, starting a WhatsApp group, inviting friends round for a fire-cooked feast, or simply sharing knowledge with newcomers, the lads discuss how the biggest movements often start with the smallest conversations.

The UK BBQ scene has never been stronger, but there is still huge potential to introduce more people to outdoor cooking, live fire, smoking, and the incredible community that comes with it. Steve and Dec share their thoughts on why creating opportunities for people to connect is so important, and how amazing things can happen when like-minded people get together around food, fire, and good conversation.

Alongside the main topic, the boys also:

• Read out listener comments and feedback from recent episodes

• Catch up on community news and upcoming events

• Discuss what's been happening across the UK BBQ scene

• Share recent cooks, ideas, and inspiration

• Talk about the power of local BBQ meet-ups and social gatherings

At its core, BBQ is about much more than food. It's about friendships, community, learning from each other, and creating memories. If you've ever thought about organising a local cook-up or getting more involved in your area, this episode is packed with ideas and encouragement to help get things started.

Our WhatsApp community is growing every week and has become one of the best places to share cooks, ask questions, get advice, discover events, and connect with fellow BBQ enthusiasts from across the UK.

Whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned pitmaster, we'd love to have you join us.

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If you enjoy the show, please consider subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing the episode with your BBQ mates. Every share helps us reach more people and continue growing the UK BBQ community.

Because great BBQ is about more than food—it's about the people around the fire.

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