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Kamado basics

Start here with the fundamental explanation of what a kamado is and how ceramic cooking works. The perfect first step before reading on into Kamado techniques or following practical tips straight away via Using your kamado. Already convinced? Head straight to Buying a kamado for all the practical information on purchasing a kamado BBQ.

Journal № 26

Stories
from the smoke.

Long reads about kamado techniques, recipes from Bill, interviews with chefs and the occasional exploration into the why — not the what — of low-and-slow.

What makes ceramic cooking different?
FeaturedKamado Basis27 November 2025

What makes ceramic cooking different?

Ceramic gives you an extremely stable temperature and even cooking from edge to core. Whether you are searing steaks or going low & slow for hours, the ceramic always works in your favour.

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Got the basics down?

Take the next step: learn to run your kamado in practice, or dive into the techniques behind indirect cooking, smoking and searing.