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National BBQ Week 2-11 July 2021
sizzle Now’s the time to wow your customers with delicious barbecue food, perfect for al fresco dining this spring
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s outdoor spaces and beer gardens can open from 12 April, there couldn’t be a better time for the humble barbecue to shine. As pubs, bars and restaurants welcome customer back, it’s clear that they need to strike the perfect balance between wowing customers with innovative, creative menus and ensuring margins are as healthy as can be as they are unable to open up fully. This is where the barbecue
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really comes into its own. Not only does food cooked on the barbecue taste delicious but the sight and smell of the sizzling grill will encourage others to place an order too. While a classic burger will always hit the spot, customers will be looking for far more than traditional barbecue fare as they finally get to meet friends or family for the first time in months. From sticky ribs to jackfruit, halloumi to prawns, slowroasted meats and exciting sides, now’s the time to wow with your alfresco dining.
Top tip CHEAPER CUTS LIKE BRISKET OR FEATHER BLADE CAN BE SLOWROASTED, THEN FINISHED ON THE BARBECUE TO DELIVER A WOW WITHOUT HIGH COST
