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Braai wood for Barbecuing When it comes to braaiing (or barbecuing) meat, the type of wood you use can have a significant impact on the flavour and aroma of the food. While there are many different types of wood that can be...

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Marabu Charcoal Marabu charcoal is a type of charcoal that is becoming increasingly popular for use in cooking. It is made from the wood of the Marabu tree, a shrub-like tree that is native to the Caribbean and parts of South America....

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Garden Woodchip Ireland Does wood chip make good paths? Wood chips are an inexpensive, popular and versatile option for creating a garden path, giving a natural and rustic look to your garden.  They offer several benefits, including weed suppression, moisture retention, and...

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Why BBQs are better with Hardwood Charcoal Restaurant Grade Charcoal, Marabu Charcoal and Namibian Hardwood  As more and more of us enjoy the passion of Barbecuing at home, using Grills, Pizza Ovens or Smokers, here at Surefire Wood we have extended our...

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Best Wood for Firepits Here at Surefire Wood, we are often asked ‘‘What is the best Firewood to burn in a Fire pit?’’ The simply answer is dry firewood. Whether kiln dried or well-seasoned, it is important the moisture is below 20%. Hardwood and...

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Perfect BBQ Pizzas If there were any benefits to the last pandemic year, perhaps getting back to the kitchen was the main one. With restaurants temporarily shut, most of us did (and are still doing) a lot more cooking and baking. Bread...

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