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Welcome to the Kadai BBQ hub: a place for recipes, articles, shows & events, expert tips, and ideas for outdoor cooking. From live-fire techniques and seasonal dishes to fireside inspiration and product know-how, this is where food, fire and outdoor living come together, to get more out of your Kadai experience.
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Ways
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LIVE FIRE TECHNIQUES
From searing and grilling to roasting, simmering and slow cooking, the Kadai invites all kinds of outdoor feasting. With 40+ cookware accessories.
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Keeping up with Kadai
Stories, seasonal ideas, practical know-how and fireside inspiration from the world of Kadai.
Celebrating 20 Years of Kadai
Celebrate 20 years of Kadai, two decades of fire, food, and friendship. Discover our story from a single Indian fire bowl to a global live fire cooking community.
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A New flame | Plancha Kadai
Discover the new Plancha Kadai, a modern twist on traditional plancha cooking, designed for high-heat searing, live-fire flavour, and timeless outdoor craftsmanship.
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The Kadai Story
Discover the origins of the Kadai, from traditional Indian cooking bowl to today’s versatile barbecue fire bowl combination.
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20 Years at Chelsea Flower Show
Join us as we celebrate 20 years of Wilstone and Kadai at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, two decades of design, craftsmanship, and creativity.
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Bonfires the Kadai Way
Celebrate Bonfire Night the Kadai way with our fire pit ideas for every gathering, from cosy nights for two to grand garden celebrations.
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Cooking on a Fire Pit | a Guide
Discover how to cook on a fire pit with our simple guide to flavour, fire, and outdoor living. Featuring tips, tools, and Kadai fire bowls.
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Ludlow Food Festival
11th, 12th & 13th September
Ludlow Food Festival is widely celebrated as the UK’s original food festival, championing local, seasonal produce from the Marches region since 1995. This year, Kadai is proud to be back sponsoring the Fire Stage in the heart of Ludlow Castle, where chefs will be cooking over live fire and sharing techniques, stories and inspiration throughout the weekend.
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What's On?
Discover the latest events, live-fire experiences and gatherings to experience Kadai in person.
All Summer 2026
Great British Food Festival
Kadai is teaming up with Daddy Bear Grills to bring live-fire stages to a series of Great British Food Festivals.
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23rd July
Rock Oyster
Returning to Rock Oyster this year is the Fire Kitchen, brought to you by Kadai in a pristine setting surrounded by some of the best food around.
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22nd August 2026
Beef Stock
At Nozstock, Beefy Boys brought a cracking live-fire stage with Kadai kit, serving up quite a feast.
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11th September
Ludlow Food Festival
Another year, another brilliant Fire Stage at this year’s Ludlow Food Festival, brought to life in collaboration with Kadai.
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2nd May
Embers Fire Festival
For the first Embers Fire Festival, Kadai is joining forces with The Shropshire Lad to bring a Fire Stage to our home county of Shropshire.
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8th May
Ludlow Spring Festival
Ludlow Spring Festival is a lively weekend of food, drink and entertainment set within the Ludlow Castle, bringing together local artisans.
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7th May
Malvern Spring Festival
The RHS Malvern Spring Festival marks one of the first major RHS shows of the year. Come and visit the Kadai stand to meet the team.
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14th May
Marlow | Pub in the Park
Kadai is sponsoring the Fire Stage at this year’s Marlowe Pub in the Park. Expect demos from some of the best chefs in the business.
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19th June
Cheltenham Food Festival
At the Cheltenham Food and Drink Festival, Kadai is sponsoring the Fire Stage, with a strong line-up of live-fire chefs.
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New to kadai in 2026
Rock Oyster
Kadai is thrilled to be sponsoring the Fire Kitchen at this year’s Rock Oyster. It is a festival we have admired for years, and we are honoured to be part of such a food-centric gathering in a beautiful part of England.
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Top Tips & Tricks from HQ
Explore practical BBQ tips, live fire cooking ideas and simple outdoor inspiration.
how to | light charcoal in under 20 minutes
Get your barbecue ready to cook on in under 20 minutes with the Kadai Charcoal Starter, to serve delicious live fire dishes.
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How to | Choose Sustainable Charcoal for Your BBQ
Discover how to choose the best sustainable charcoal for your barbecue, from British lumpwood to eco-friendly FSC-certified options.
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What Is the Difference Between Grilling and Barbecuing?
Discover the key difference between grilling and barbecuing with Kadai’s guide to live fire cooking, from quick sears to slow, smoky perfection.
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How to Slow Cook on a Kadai BBQ
Discover how to slow cook on your Kadai BBQ with our guide to wood-fired accessories, gentle flames, and smoky, flavourful results every time.
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Care & Use
Your Kadai is made to be used well and often for first fires, long lunches, and slow evenings outdoors. Getting started is simple, and a little care along the way will keep it working beautifully for years to come. The guide will help you set up safely, light with confidence, and look after your Kadai.
Unboxing, Cook & Use, Clean & Care
How to
Take Care of your Kit
A Kadai is made to be used and enjoyed, and a little regular care will keep it in good stead for years to come. Clear away ash after use, keep the bowl dry, and apply a light coat of oil when needed. Nothing complicated just simple care for a well-made piece.
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