Everdure Portable BBQ - A Quick Look

[@serjoe1234]

What was the point using the bbq unit when you had grill pan over it? Could of done it on a gas burner with the same success.

[@mrjmw84]

serjoe1234 yeah and you lose the flavour of the coals!

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

@@tommo5884 Read the description.

[@seppomuppit]

Haha, I feel the video poster's pain. What he did with the pan was actually quite ingenious, however it came across as missing the point of a charcoal bbq. Basically you have to let the charcoal burn for a bit to get it up to temperature and stop flaming. Instead of wasting that energy he used it to pre-cook his veges. Don't be so harsh on the guy.

[@AleksandarGvozden]

True This really funny

[@barbarapearce7544]

Using a frypan on top defeats the purpose of a "charcoal" grill as you won't get the smoky flavour. May as well cook food on your stove.

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

Yes that has been mentioned many times but there were reasons for doing it this way on the day.

[@MiniLuv-1984]

Hmmm, like you indicated I would've just used a gas flame to cook in the pan. Charcoal is great if you want to flavour the food (usually meat), but otherwise a pain. It seems from the video the charcoal is far too close to the cooking rack? I noticed what appears to be an inner and outer skin on the base where the charcoal sits - is that the case?

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

Yes, mostly we will use it for cooking satay and stuff that will benefit from the smoky flavour. There is an inner tray where the charcoal sits (which is removable) and the orange part is an inner skin but non-removable. I probably put a bit too much charcoal in this time and will reduce it in future.

[@MiniLuv-1984]

@@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen Thanks for the info - I have an old 24L? compressor tank that I will slice and then hinge, open some ventilation holes and fabricate a removable charcoal holder and see if I can get a grate to fit inside. I will now also install a second skin on the "lid" - all this following your video which really made me think through the design! To me, your video was thus priceless...I'll let you know how it goes. Again, thanks.

[@andrewbock2194]

Thanks for showing us all how it works. Nice little video. It's an interestingly compact design. Sorry you get equipment trolls commenting. One question though. Re day cook stops. If the coals are still hot and the handles work as advertised, and diffuse the heat, can't you just tip the coals out somewhere safe ... or pour water in and then tip them out?

[@glennarnott4706]

Just picked one up to get the family around for a drink , cook and chat etc definitely wont using a pan to cook the steaks in though.

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

Yeah I know, the pan thing is explained in comments and description.

[@paddo05]

indeed i agree with the price seems more like a glamping or apartment balcony suited usage instead of touring/ 4wd day trips. Bought the biolite camp stove 2 yet to try that out on the tracks or so yet

[@katherinebuchanan9350]

Hi - I'm thinking of getting a second hand one too. Have you figured out a way to put the charcoal out when you've just been on a day trip? Thanks for sharing

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

No, I gave up the idea of using it when out in the car and just use it at home these days. It still works well for cooking over charcoal and getting that nice flavour. The only really effective way to put it out and cool it down quickly enough for day trips would be to pour water over it and then wash it all out.

[@e10yalater]

I use a bucket with a lid for my charcoal, got a square one so it fits in wherever we go

[@maz8869]

These would be great if they had a lid and a way to smother the coals, I wanted one for its size and looks but I’ll stick with my Weber go anywhere, for practicality

[@michaelbianco2039]

Like you said, not being able to put the charcoal out at the end of your cooking is no good. It certainly looks the part. Thanks for taking the time and effort in showing this product.

[@onepriority626]

He put too much charcoal in, the manual indicates to put less than more as it is a very efficient grill.

[@tnth9099]

Think the reason the video is so popular is the controversial use of the fry pan. Thinking of getting one these bbqs. Bunnings sell them for $180, which is still a bit pricey, but at least it's an Australian bbq and not another import. Cheers

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

LOL, purely unintentional, I knew what it would do if I just cooked on the grill but I wanted to see how well I could cook stuff using a frypan. I was really just a quick video made without any real effort and a huge rainstorm was barreling in so I had to get it done very quickly. It is an awful video in most respects :)

[@gordonmckay7155]

Got one even cheaper today - free from the roadside Council waste collection. Not new like yours but in very good condition. We'll be giving it to our son as he lives by himself and this is an excellent BBQ option.

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

Best ever price lol

[@DonJuanMair]

Alright mate, just wondering how this is holding up? I read a couple reviews that its a pain to keep clean. Just wanted to check in on that.

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

This one is doing ok so far I have seen people complaining about paint cracking but that hasn't happened yet. It does take a bit of effort to keep clean but as long as I do it after each use, then it isn't too bad.

[@DonJuanMair]

@@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen sounds good! Thanks for the reply. I think I'll pull the trigger!

[@hghtrfnko8634]

I read your description. The one thing I didn't like about your video is the fact you used a pan. What made you use a pan?

[@FilterBearOfficial]

Hear hear - definitely my least liked part of this tutorial

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

All explained in the description.

[@hghtrfnko8634]

@@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen You did say to comment on what I didn't like. You did say that

[@FilterBearOfficial]

I tend to agree with user48412 2. You did say to write what we didn’t like? Am I missing something here?

[@aaronbanks9297]

Ok - I have the large version of this. I’ve read your description so we won’t worry about addressing the whole pan issue. I probably wouldn’t eat off coals started with fire lighters anyway. Second, way too many coals for that cook if you’re using a frying pan. Lastly, carry a water spray bottle with you. It can be used to temper the heat.

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

Yeah, that was either the first or second time we used it so had a bit to learn about how much charcoal to put inside. The spray bottle is a great idea.

[@itsbdo]

I didn't catch the reason why you used a pan over the grill in the description. That would be great to hear why this was done.

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

The biggest question everyone has about this video LOL. At the time I just wanted to see how well it would cook using a pan on top as you can't cook everything on the open grill. Plus there was a big storm coming in and I was in a real hurry to get the video done and everything packed away before it hit, so cooking everything in the pan instead of meat on the grill and veggies in the pan later was the quickest way to get it done. I still can't work out why this video has been so popular. It was only just a quick test to see how this BBQ worked :)

[@DRC4547]

The added flavour of charcoal & you use with a pan???

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

yes we know :) Was testing how well a pan would work on the charcoal...

[@creative.united]

This was very helpful! I've been eyeing this product for years :) Thank you for adding in your description the point about 'putting the charcoal out', that would be a nuisance. It's something to consider, especially for the price point. Thank you xo

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

We still use it occasionally at home but we have found much better cookers that are far cheaper. Check out our latest video on the Grillz flat pack fire pit, much more versatile and only a bit over $100.

[@s0041464]

Here’s my review of the apple MacBook Pro paperweight. Now I don’t know why anyone would spend $2000 on a paperweight but I suppose it’s rather nice and would suit all pieces of paper up to A4.

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

LOL that's the best thing to do with any Apple product. As for this thing, way over priced and this was just a very quick first look while a massive storm was rolling in overhead making it rather rushed as well. Would I buy one at full price Hell no! We have a much cheaper fire pit that we added a hotplate and rotisserie to that was way cheaper and we use it all the time because it is versatile.

[@triode1212]

I think using the pan is a stroke of genius (thinking out of the box), I would never have thought of doing that. One could always finish the cook on the grill (after searing on the pan to start with) to impart that charcoal flavour at the end. Did the knives and forks come with the bag?

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

LOL, you would be about the first person not to bag me for using a pan :) Actually I just wanted to see if a pan would work ok with the cooker and no, the knives and forks were added after we bought it.

[@manomoa]

Use a square pan on a round bbq and a round pan on a square bbq. Gives you more air

[@vtphan2012]

Great video. Are you still satisfied with this grill? Any problem?

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

We still have it and use it occasionally at home but we bought a flat pack fire pit that is much easier to use when we are travelling.

[@VBEd666]

A $99 portable BBQ looks ok to me. Thanks for road testing it.

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

99.00 was certainly better value than the normal retail price 😁

[@userbrentcarter]

Western Australia Now and Then Everdure $249 here in NZ. Look at the state of that awesome rusty Chinese wok ‘ needs a good sort out and seasoning mate.

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

@@userbrentcarter Yeah poor wok was left out in the weather. Belongs to the B&B we were staying at down in Albany. Apparently some guests thought it was a good idea to hide it in the bush.

[@VictorTe11]

Thinking of getting one, how are you finding it after all this time ? Is it still holding up? I've read on reviews people complaining their enamel is cracking.

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

Ours hasn't shown any signs of cracking yet but we don't use it that much. Probably only about ten times all up.

[@laurarichards4667]

Always was a charcoal fan myself. Not sure why you used firelighters... they are evil. You are suppose to cook on the grill not in a pan. This is like a hibachi.

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

We haven't tried using charcoal without firelighters yet. What method do you use for lighting it? I would like to stop using firelighters as they pong. We would usually cook on the grill, but for the first test I decided a pan would be easier.

[@laurarichards4667]

@@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen build a pyramid with the charcoal. Put a bit of paper and dry wood chips etc...just a small amount inside the pyramid... with a of newspaper sticking out or ... ensure there is a way to stick a long matchstick inside and light that. Keep out of windy. You might have to blow a bit to fan the fire. It should start.

[@savagepatty]

Bro what’s with the pan? You miss out on that charcoal seared steak.

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

Yes I know it was done for a reason at the time :)

[@jamesharvey1875]

Any luck finding a lid ? Otherwise this would be perfect for me.

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

Haven't actually looked yet but I guess it wouldn't be too difficult to make something if I can't find something ready made.

[@man.i.literally.failed6772]

I saw these today at Bunnings $197, way over priced, ( like everything in Australia ) this brand belong to the chef Charlton blumenathal , theres about $70 worth just for his name, this thing is worth $ 125 max, being generous, I like the idea, but not for $200 AU , hopefully I get one on sale, as for putting the coals out you can always dig a small hole and bury them. All these idiots complaining you cant do this and you cant do that, your never going to find something that small that will do what you want.

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

I agree, very over priced for what it was. If we hadn't got it for $99 at an op-shop we wouldn't have bought it. There are a lot of other styles around even fire pits that fold up for easy transport. This is another one we have had a play with : kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5vPeYiMZs6lqMk

[@lonewretch]

Heston... lol not Charlton. I just want something I can sit out the back with on a hot day, spend more time under my trees and not in a hot kitchen. beer or two, wouldn't bother me how long the coals take to die out. but the cheapest I can find this is $199. so ... shame really..

[@pete25901]

Where is this product made what country?

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

Had a quick look but it doesn't seem to have a sticker saying anything about where it is made. I suspect it is China though - same as almost everything else. If it was made in Oz I would expect Everdure to make a big deal of it but they don't say anything.

[@edineujunior]

You miss the smoky flavour using a pan

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

Explained in the description and yes we know :)

[@edineujunior]

@@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen thanks for the comment, I am considering getting one, grew up having Charcoal BBQs, and for convinience over the last 10 years I have used electric. Really considering getting one of those as they are small and convinient for 2. Dont need a tone of charcoal.

[@jgnoord1]

It’s a BBQ mate . Is this the trailer of the movie dumber and dumber 3 or 4 ?

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

You obviously can't either READ or LISTEN.

[@NpgSymboL]

He said it’s a waste using a fry pan on a charcoal grill in the video, but that is what he chose to do so calm down everyone. Wow

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

LOL, yes they do tend to go overboard these keyboard warriors :) It was deliberate, I just wanted to find out how well a pan would work on it but they still all get their panties in a knot over it.

[@NpgSymboL]

@@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen haha yeah they sure do! & I can see your frustration. My parents just gave me this as a birthday gift yesterday so I jumped online to see a quick rundown. Thanks for your vid

[@antonydavid2953]

Never trust a skinny chef : no question here!

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

Haha, yeah not skinny at all but also not much of a chef either :)

[@man.i.literally.failed6772]

I wouldn't trust a fat one too, ( the food might be horrible and he eats it all )

[@NicholasCox85]

Use a charcoal bbq to put a skillet on.... good job! Haha

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

Yes, I know, had that comment a few times now but I was working out how to also cook stuff like onions, tomato etc. that you can't do on the grill. Most of the time we will just be grilling meat :)

[@Raydamick]

we got it for 25 euros in a sale XD

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

Now that was a real bargain :)

[@Dogteddy1]

way too much fuel, may aswell just use a fire , if your putting a pan on it. i dont get it.

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

There were reasons at the time and the over use of fuel is for filming purposes - it looks better :)

[@jpazzo2639]

Lacks as a review “easy to get started” you just light a match lol

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

It was just a quick look not a review (as per the title) and was shot as s huge storm rolled in so was done pretty hastily. Honestly I don't think it is worth the effort of a full review. We still have it but don't use it much as it is hopeless for using as we travel. It spends its time at home now.

[@j.kapiris]

What's the point of frying on this? What a waste. Get a portable gas stove that runs off an aerosol can

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

Just wanted to see how well we could fry using the charcoal. Of course we will be using it mostly just as an open grill to get the great smoky flavour.

[@Hayd3nap]

Why would you use a pan on top of charcoal? Looks to be quite well engineered, don’t think it’s over priced either. Thumbs down.

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

Everyone is entitled to their opinion I guess. We compare the price to other similar types of BBQ and it is high for what you get. As I mentioned in the video, using the pan isn't the way we normally intend to use this.

[@kastrodelacruz2721]

Kinda useless using a pan ay, why review a charcoal BBQ using a pan to fry.

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

@@kastrodelacruz2721 Ya I know, this was just a quick test to see how well it lit and generally how easy it was to use. Mostly we will be using it without a pan but there are some things you just can't cook well on an open grill top so I wanted to know how well it would work with a pan. I have no doubt that without a pan it will perform well.

[@MrLectrohed]

Pretty pointless using a charcoal bbq for pan grilling, may as well use a gas hob 😏

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

Read the description and listen to what I said. Pretty pointless making comments when you haven't done those things...