Wood Fired Oven
Have you ever wondered how to build a wood fired (pizza) oven? Perhaps you already have one in your back yard, but you need some tips and tricks to supercharge your cooking? Fire after all is a tricky beast. Interested in the history behind these ancient oven designs and outdoor cooking in general? The Wood Fired Oven podcast is a show where I discuss the food, history and techniques of cooking in a brick oven. I chat with some amazing folks that blow me away with their outdoor cooking, as I go searching for the best inside tips and advice to both supercharge our cooking skills and motivate you to crank up your favourite outdoor cooking gear this weekend.
Episodes
In this episode of the Wood Fired Oven podcast, join me as I embark on an early evening walk through Rome, weaving through bustling streets en route to the legendary Bonci Pizzarium. Founded by Gabriele Bonci, this pizzeria is celebrated for revolutionizing Rome’s pizza scene with its unique "pizza al taglio" or pizza by the slice. Along the way, I’ll share a few unexpected surprises and insights into the c...
In this season three premiere, I celebrate Italy's ancient and revered baking traditions by journeying from the historic Colosseum in Rome to the culinary haven of Caiazzo, specifically to dine at the acclaimed Pepe in Grani.
This episode is a tribute to the spirit of Italy's ancestral bakers, whose legacy vibrates through the streets and kitchens of the country today.
My adventure begins ...
From a multi-episode bread-baking masterclass by true professionals, to riveting interviews with blacksmiths, wood fired oven manufacturers, a...
Welcome to part 5…the last episode .. the finale… of this 5 part Wood Fired Oven Masterclass Series where I sit down in the United Kingdom and talk to David Jones from the Manna from Devon Cooking school. If you haven’t listened to the previous episodes in this series - I highly suggest you start with these first.
Manna from Devon specialise in teaching wood fired oven cooking techniques to folks from all ar...
Welcome to part 4 of this 5 part Wood Fired Oven Masterclass Series where I sit down in the United Kingdom and talk to David Jones from the Manna from Devon Cooking school. If you haven’t listened to the previous episodes in this series - I suggest you start with these first.
Manna from Devon specialise in teaching wood fired oven cooking techniques to folks from all around the world.
In Part 4 of th...
Welcome to part 3 of this 5 part Wood Fired Oven Masterclass Series where I sit down in the United Kingdom and talk to David Jones from the Manna from Devon Cooking school. If you haven’t listened to the previous episodes in this series - I suggest you start with these first.
Manna from Devon specialize in teaching wood fired oven cooking techniques to folks from all around the world.
In Part 3 of th...
Welcome to part 2 of this 5 part Wood Fired Oven Masterclass Series where I sit down in the United Kingdom and talk to David Jones from the Manna from Devon Cooking school. If you haven’t listened to the first episode in this series - I suggest you start with that one first.
Manna from Devon specialize in teaching wood fired oven cooking techniques to folks from all around the world.
In Part 2 of thi...
Welcome to part 1 of this 5 part Wood Fired Oven Masterclass Series where I sit down in the United Kingdom and talk to David Jones from the Manna from Devon Cooking school. They specialize in teaching wood fired oven cooking techniques to folks from all around the world.
In Part 1 of this Masterclass series, I talk to David about his intriguing background and what drove him to start the Manna from Devon cooki...
I am back at the Fire Brick Company in Melbourne, Australia for Part 2 of this amazing factory tour. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, take a listen to that episode first, before you get into this one!
The Fire Brick Company manufactures some of the best Wood Fired Ovens on the planet. I even have their D105 brick oven in my backyard!
Ben Guilford was kind enough to give me the full in-depth tou...
In this episode, I travel to the United Kingdom to interview a fabulous wood fired oven home cook. I spent an afternoon with Julie chatting about her passion for people, food and her gorgeous wood fired oven. So nice to drink wine, eat fire food, hear some great stories and get to know wonderful new friends.
This episode will inspire you to get out in front of your wood fired oven and try something new thi...
Join me for a live walk along the ancient Hadrian's Wall in the United Kingdom, as I go searching for a 2000 year old ancient wood fired oven inside Housesteads Roman Fort. Take a listen to the gorgeous ambience of the UK countryside and get a sense of what life was like for young roman soldiers, eating freshly baked bread from these ovens on the very edge of the north west frontier of the Roman Empire.
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Join me as I sit down and have a chat with Vanessa Niño - a Colombian wood fired oven home cook. You will get inspired by some amazing Colombian and Brazilian foods as we talk about her journey from Bogotá to Maryland in the USA.
Vanessa is passionate about her family and heritage and loves to cook in her gorgeous wood fired oven and her Brazilian wood fired grill. Her enthusiasm with cooking with fire is ...
This week, I am cooking a gorgeous slow cooked Beef Rendang in the pouring rain! Brisbane, Australia has seen some astonishing wet weather during this so called 'dry season'. This weekend, I try to get out and cook in the wood fired oven in between the showers and thunder!
An authentic Rendang from Indonesia will usually take between 6-8 hours. That's pretty low and slow. The final result is a ...
Join me as I go exploring the multiple factories at The Firebrick Company in Australia. They manufacture some of the best Wood Fired Ovens on the planet. I even have their D105 brick oven in my backyard!
Ben Guilford was kind enough to give me the full in-depth tour. We had a lot of fun - as you will soon discover. Take a listen to one of the most knowledgeable guys in the industry.
This is part 1 ...
Join me as I have a fire side chat with one of Instagrams most prolific Wood Fired Oven home cooks. I recently had the privilege to go and meet Chis Vozzo and his lovely family in southern Queensland, Australia. Following a devastating accident in 2013, Chris talks about his recovery and why cooking so often in his Wood Fired Oven helps him heal and move forward with his life. We chat about his family heritage, his w...
What better way to start my day, than sipping some gorgeous coffee at a cafe, flicking through a stack of amazing cooking with fire books on the small table in front of me. Listening to some of your incredible recommendations on books that have inspired, educated and motivated you to cook or bake something incredible.
This is a true crowd sourced episode. Thanks to those lovely listeners who took the time to send me a ...
Join me as Season 2 of the Wood Fired Oven podcast kicks off with this amazing chat with Ben Guilford, founder of The Fire Brick Company in Australia. I flew to Melbourne and chatted to Ben in person for this incredible deep dive into his amazing wood fired oven manufacturing business. If you are curious about how these wood fired ovens are designed and work - take a listen to this episode.
Check out The Fire...
Season 2 has arrived! With just days to go before the first major episode of Season 2 - it is so good to be back.
Take a quick listen to see what's in store for the show over the next few months.
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With Season 2 of the Wood Fired Oven podcast right around the corner, I thought I would share with you a few audio excerpts from a couple of amazing interviews I have had lately for season 2. Join me as I chat with Ben Guilford, from The Fire Brick Company in Australia, and Chris Vozzo - a Wood Fired Oven home cook expert in sunny Queensland.
Season 2 launches on 1 August 2022 - it's a huge season taking...
It’s a wrap! Thanks for supporting the Wood Fired Oven Podcast during 2021. Join me as I wrap up an incredible first season of the show.
I wish you all the very best for this very special season. Stay safe, have fun, and enjoy some wonderful time with your family.
Catch all you lovely folk for Season 2 early 2022.
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