With the sun shining and everyone spending more time outdoors, we are inevitably preparing more dinners in to eat in the garden. BBQ season is well and truly upon us, and to help you get the best out of yours, Jamie Oliver has shared his top additions to make your next one perfect.
1. A bucket of ice and beers for much-needed refreshment.
2. A pair of nice long tongs to reach food at the back of the grill without getting burnt.
3. Cheap flower spritzers – I fill one with water to keep the flames down, and one with flavoured vinegar to spritz onto things with crisp skin, for added flavour.
4. A big chopping board and platters for serving up your wares away from the heat.
5. A bowl of soapy water – just because you’re outside, you shouldn’t become a cross-contaminating reprobate.
6. A brush for basting to stop the food drying out and to pack it with flavour at the same time. (A herb brush is even better!)
7. Sea salt & lemon wedges – make sure you big up the seasoning as you go along.
If you’re feeling inspired, check out Marks and Spencer’s range of delicious food perfect for the barbie!
Fire up your grill! These beautifully charred and caramelised meaty, veggie and fishy dishes – from salmon and trout burgers to veggie sausages – will make any summer party an instant hit.
It’s so easy to just bang a few boring bangers on the coals, but a simple marinade can transform meat, while vegetables like asparagus and peppers are also delicious when grilled. Not to mention M&S’s special Pesto Halloumi! A BBQ essential! So, dazzle guests,
Whatever the weather, with these tips, tricks and dishes from M&S…
Scottie dogs
With Macsween’s black pudding and smoked British bacon we’ve died and gone to foodie heaven.
Cheesy does it!
We could literally live on Marks & Spencer Pesto Halloumi Cheese, €6.30. Throw it on the BBQ and leave ‘til oozy! Or try the innovative Isle of Arran Cheddar with Seaweed, an extra mature Cheddar with a rich and distinctive full-bodied avour mixed with seaweed sourced from the waters of the Outer Hebrides to give a delicious savoury and rounded taste to any burger.
Brilliant bangers
Elevate the humble sausage with this 12 Baby British Banger Selection with punchy flavours: smoked British bacon and kale; smoked Isle of Wight tomatoes and chilli beetroot
Bustin’ burgers
A BBQ is not complete without a cracking burger. Chefs at M&S have spent a year obsessively developing the Best Ever Burger. Crafted from specially selected cuts of beef and a hint of bone marrow for that extra special flavour. Add condiments for extra tastiness.
And there’s great value to be had as well, with 3 for €12 on Meat, Fish and Poultry as part of the new ‘M&S for Less’, including the Best Ever Burger.
BBQ bits
The right tools make everything easier, and we love an easy life.
BergHOFF Portable BBQ, €165
Triple Fish Basket, €20.
Weber Smokey Joe, €95.
Utensil Box Set, €67.