Few people know their way around a grill quite like Richard Turner – chef, butcher, meat aficionado and co-founder of online butcher Turner & George. As the man behind Hawksmoor’s original meat programme and the mind behind some of the country’s best-loved barbecue menus, Turner’s credentials are seared into the UK’s carnivorous consciousness. So when he says gas barbecues are a waste of time, you listen.
This summer, Turner’s got fire on the brain – and he’s sharing his ultimate tips for BBQ season, from choosing the right grill to getting the most out of your butcher. Below, he offers up no-nonsense advice to help you turn out meat that’s juicy, smoky and full of flavour – without burning your eyebrows off or blowing the budget. After that, get stuck into five of his recipes, ranging from spicy pig kebabs to smoky ox cheek barbacoa.
