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There are plenty of BBQ schools for you to visit, but I am possibly the only person in the country that will come to you, cook on your grills and teach you new things to inspire you.
Please read through the below for course ideas and prices are near the bottom.
Have you always wanted to learn a technique or master your methods using a BBQ or Smoker?
The HGC Bristol BBQ School is 1:1 teaching as well as group learning for people of all abilities.
Beginner classes for new grillers or Advanced for hardened pit masters to be. To book, simply send a message with your ideas.
Each class can be unique and tailored to YOUR needs, learn what you want to learn. Classes can be done in the comfort of your own garden using the equipment you have or even done remotely.
You don't need to know what it is you want to learn but below are some ideas that you can choose from.
Choose 1 thing to cook or whole range of foods / techniques
I tend to buy the food as I know the quality will be exceptional with fully traceability and high animal welfare. The agreed price will reflect this.
At your home or on location
I will pretty much have everything with me for the food etc but we will talk through details prior to arranging.
Because each course can be totally bespoke, I can message you or call you on the phone to discuss price, availability and content of the day
Pick and choose what you want to learn
Learn how to cook any meat you want, beef, chicken, lamb, pork, fish or even game.
If you want to learn how to smoke meat then let me show you how easy it can be to achieve stunning results
Learn about direct and indirect cooking, what fuels to use and how best to use them
Learn to make your favourite sauces: BBQ, Chimichurri, Ketchup, North Carolina, South Carolina, Mango Habanero Sauce
Learn what goes best with different meats
The best mains needs the best side dishes: Slaw, Bacon Onion Rings, Potato Salads, Man n Cheese, Hassleback Potatoes
Want to upgrade your BBQ or buy something new? Just ask and I can help you choose the right gear for you.
Within reason I will come to you. If you are further away, I am happy to drive but would need some extra to cover the time and travel costs.
Obviously these are local to me, but happy to travel to where needed, just ask. I will consider the whole of the UK.
We aim to have a great day, there are no silly questions and no-one will judge you
Depending on what you are looking for, all of this can be flexible so get in touch to talk through ideas. Costs are based on me providing all food, learning, ingredients as well as travel (outside Bristol will have a small additional cost to cover travel/time)
Duration is usually 9am - 3pm - starting from £295 inc VAT
This includes:
Additional sizes for groups over 2 people are + £100pp
Discounts available for larger groups - get in contact
Learn and Relax - we spend a day together then I can cook with/for you while your guests have fun.
Contact for costs depending on the situation
Typically 6pm to 9pm for shorter learning - ask for details
TBC and Coming Soon - happy to make this work for you.
We aim to have a great day, there are no silly questions and no-one will judge you
All payments taken in advance to Hunter Gatherer Cooking Ltd
If we are relying on the weather then we can look to rebook should it be raining, usually we will know this roughly a week in advance (if the weather forecast is correct). If you have shelter to cook under then this won't be a problem.
Meat is purchased 24 hours before the day. Cancellations within this period will not be eligible for a full refund.
This was a father and son experience where both parties could take their fire cooking skills to the next level.
Learn the Snake Method in a Weber Kettle, Direct and Indirect cooking
Learn the 321 method, fuel types, rubs and knives
The simplest way to enjoy a smoked sausage
Simply cooked over fire and salt, master fire control, food positioning and temperature checking
Master the tomahawk steak so that it's cooked exactly how you want it
We aim to have a great day, there are no silly questions and no-one will judge you
Our day with Alex was brilliant. Now that we have a better understanding of the different fuels and how to regulate the temperature for different styles of cooking, we feel inspired and more confident to cook on the coal/wood BBQ. Cooking “dirty” was a game changer - our gas BBQ has definitely been relegated to 2nd place now, we haven’t used it once!
Phil & Lisa September 2021
An incredible day! The food was superb! Alex has not only taught me how to cook with charcoal and smoke but has completely changed my bbq/cooking approach! He is full of knowledge and I have learned so much which I am already putting into practise! The 1:1 tailor-made service/experience has been spot on right from planning to post lesson! I highly recommend this relaxed, fun and educational day from Alex who has a real passion for what he does 👌🏼
Chris, Poole July 2021
"What a day. Everything we wanted plus more. An education across all our own BBQ kit and how to use it to create delicious food but done so simply. Alex must have a PhD in barbecuing, incredible knowledge with the ability to make even the most seemingly complex task accessible to everyone. A taste sensation.
No one will man me off the BBQ ever again!"
Phil B, Swindon June 2021
"Really relaxed and can make the lesson how you want it to be. Very knowledgeable and sets a good base of skills and ideas to build on and the food is incredible. Really recommend it to anyone".
Charlie, Swindon June 2021
"Today was absolutely mind blowing, we learn all the basics and covered so much. Nothing was over complicated and we can't wait to put it all into practice"
Dan T, Bristol May 2021
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