Barbecue fans should be optimistic for later this month as we could be basking in perfect weather for a BBQ with a sizzling 27C.
May hasn’t gotten off to the warmest of starts this year, but now is the time to start rolling out the barbie.
Here, Paul Dowdswell from Country Quality Meat in Nailsworth tells us what’s best to cook alfresco style.
“Barbecues are all about flavour, simplicity and enjoying good food outdoors with family and friends,” said Paul. “You can’t go wrong with chicken kebabs & lamb grill sticks, burgers, pork sausages & flavoured pork ribs, cooked over the coals.”
Paul recommends starting with easy crowd-pleasers such as handmade burgers and locally produced sausages, before moving on to the classic chicken kebabs & lamb grill sticks.
“People are becoming more confident with barbecue cooking now,” he explained. “They’re trying slow-cooked meats, smoked flavours and experimenting with different rubs and sauces.”
He also suggests balancing the meat with colourful sides such as grilled corn on the cob, fresh salads and roasted vegetables.
And with warmer temperatures forecast later this month, the timing could not be better for firing up the grill and making the most of the long summer evenings.
Since January 1989, Country Quality Meat on Market Street has been a trusted name in Nailsworth.
For 36 years, owner Paul Dowdeswell and his team have proudly served the community, combining traditional butchery skills with a commitment to local sourcing.
“We’ve always believed in provenance,” Paul said: “As much as possible, we source locally. Our lamb, beef, and pork come from PJ King’s farm in Whaddon, between Cheltenham and Gloucester. Some specialist cuts do come from further afield, but we want customers to know exactly where their food is coming from.”
