As the festive season approaches, Australians are getting ready to swap ovens for BBQ grills, and this Christmas, Samba Fire & BBQ is here to ignite the festive spirit in backyards across the country.
With BBQ experts Reyan Fernando, Hayley Mark and Deniz Altintas at the helm, they’re bringing a sizzling spin to holiday classics, blending smoky flavours and local ingredients to create a mouthwatering Christmas menu.
A smoky Christmas twist with the Smoke ‘n’ Grill Guy
Reyan Fernando, the Smoke ‘n’ Grill Guy, is firing up Christmas with his signature flair. His festive menu brings together double-smoked ham (over charcoal), glazed pork ribs, put in the pellet smoker with Smoke ‘n’ Grill Pellets and wild-caught prawns grilled to perfection with chimichurri - each dish a nod to bold, smoky flavours and local Aussie ingredients.
With ribs sourced from his trusted local butcher, A Cut Above Family Butcher, and prawns from Silver Sea Seafoods, Reyan’s BBQ is set to steal the spotlight this Christmas.
“These recipes capture everything I love about BBQ at Christmas. The deep smoke, great local ingredients and a little festive flair,” Reyan says.
“Kick things off with Samba’s Jet Flame to get the fire smouldering, then add their Smoke ‘n’ Grill Hickory Chunks. They’re the secret to those unforgettable flavours that make Christmas on the BBQ so special.”
Smokey McBBQ adds a festive kick
Deniz Altintas, founder of Smokey McBBQ, is putting a sophisticated twist on the festive season. His Christmas spread features smoked duck crostini - succulent smoked duck paired with brie, rocket, pomegranate and a drizzle of vino cotta dressing, all served on grilled crostini. For the main event, Deniz’s ginger beer-glazed Christmas ham is a showstopper, perfectly caramelised with Samba’s Oak Chunks.
“This year’s menu is all about indulgence and connection,” Deniz says.
“The duck crostini is a crowd-pleaser, and Samba’s Smoke ‘n’ Grill Firestarter makes my BBQ setup so seamless. Christmas should be all about creating those special moments around amazing food, and Samba is key to making it happen.”
Hayley’s BBQ Christmas
For Hayley Mark, Creator, Rise and Grill, this year’s Christmas celebrations will be a little different - embracing the outdoors with a camping adventure! Hayley is bringing her BBQ expertise to the campsite, showcasing a festive smoked salmon bruschetta on focaccia cooked over fire using Samba’s Fire Log and waterproof matches.
Hayley’s campfire Christmas menu also features a low-and-slow porchetta, requiring Samba briquettes, natural firelighters and the jet flame to perfect that irresistible crackling.
“I love Christmas on the grill as it’s that time of the year where you get to slow down and just do what you enjoy doing, which is, of course, BBQ and entertain.” says Hayley.
Her top tips for a stress-free BBQ Christmas? “Don’t overcommit with your dishes, check your charcoal levels before the big day and always ensure your BBQs are clean and ready for your cook-up.”
The Samba Essentials for a perfect Christmas BBQ
Whether you’re hosting family and friends or simply celebrating with a few close mates, Samba’s Natural Fire Starters ensure that your BBQ is ready to go without the hassle. With Samba’s range, from the Smoke ‘n’ Grill to Oak Chunks to Hickory Chips, creating a festive BBQ spread has never been easier.
This Christmas season, let Samba be the secret ingredient that brings the magic to your BBQ.
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