First time cooking on my new wood burning stove!

First time cooking using my new wood burning stove! I've wanted to cook over a flame for sooooo long but didn't want to risk damaging the area. This stove meant I could cook over flame safely without the worry of burning down the forest 😂 I really enjoyed trying this out, it's compact and so easy to use. This budget wood stove is excellent value for money and I'd highly recommend it......... Here's a link to the product if you wanted to check it out (this is an affiliate link , meaning I receive a small commission if you decide to make a purchase, at no cost to you)
The exact item i purchased is no longer available, but heres a link for one that is very similar if not exactly the same.
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[@craigd6261]

"because I have spent an absolute fortune on kit". Welcome to the club, you are now truly a member of the great outdoors!

[@jemsjournal]

You got that right!

[@BushcraftAdventure]

↟↟Wood stoves are my secret passion..Thanks for teasing me😁🤗🔥 Best regards.. Ꭿℓℯℵ

[@jemsjournal]

I can see why! They're awesome. Any recipe or cooking ideas? 🤔

[@BushcraftAdventure]

@@jemsjournal You can cook even vegetables, even meat or fish, but most importantly not on an open fire..only on coals and preferably not coniferous trees. The smoke contains a lot of toxic substances that penetrate into food.. Take care✨

[@jemsjournal]

@@BushcraftAdventure I didn't know that about coniferous trees so thanks for the heads up 😊

[@BushcraftAdventure]

@@jemsjournal You are welcome..have a nice weekend🙌🏻

[@tad5917]

ah jem you looked so calm and at peace with the world ,leaning against a tree savourlng a biscuit{cookie for you youngsters} almost brought a tear to an old mans eye.i also bought one of those stoves too,now that did make me cry, all the best kid looking forward to more" gems "

[@rikwhite8150]

Mmmmm Steak Looks like a good result. Softwood for boiling Hardwood for broiling Softwood - pine and larch (coniferous) produce lots more flame, which is better suited for boiling Hardwood - Oak, Birch Beech (deciduous) produce hot glowing embers, which is better suited for broiling (roasting) Ash is a good all rounder, Birch twigs produce good flame too. Great vid Jem. Who hasn’t had a steak fall in the fire. Stay safe 🙂

[@jemsjournal]

Love this info! Next on my list of things to do is learn about the different trees and their uses. This really interests me 🤓

[@davefarrell4911]

One thing to add is a small multi tool with pliers or a pot lifter. All looks so good nicely done

[@jemsjournal]

Great shout!

[@jonuk2640]

You’re starting to get there Jem good luck , a bit more wild camping 😊😊😊

[@darrenditum5120]

Brilliant as normal Jem, keep the vids coming. 🏕👏🏻

[@JM-xy8zy]

And finally...jem is back..!! Spent a fortnight chewing my nails..wondering where she was hiding !!.. 😂😂.. and voila !! A confident..!! Flip over the tree trunk..!! And a surefoot walk in the woods..!! And a great lit stove !! Almost .!! Sans the grill lock and few steak flips and behind the scenes cussing !! 😂😂😂😂..great video !! And not to miss The monster cookie !! 😂😂😂

[@jemsjournal]

😂😂😂

[@peterjessop1878]

I love wood burning stoves! It’s fascinating learning all the different methods you can use for cooking with an enclosed fire, though you may find yourself ending up buying a Firebox or Bushbox or 2 😆

[@jemsjournal]

Hey Peter, it's a game changer! Why would you recommend these 2 specifically? 😁

[@peterjessop1878]

@@jemsjournal I think the main reasons is build quality and flexibility, but of course you pay for that. I personally prefer Fireboxes, but they are relatively difficult to get in the UK. There is only one importer I believe. The main reasons I prefer the Fireboxes are: 1) it’s multi fuel. I can use it with wood,charcoal, wood pellets even Trangia alcohol and gas burners. 2) airflow and control of airflow: one of the problems with wood stoves is when you put a pan on them often they reduce the flame as airflow is diminished. The Fireboxes have really good airflow due to its design. It has a built in damper at the top and you convert the ashtray to be a bottom flow damper, effectively allowing you to control the temperature at least to a degree. 3) it doesn’t warp: Build quality is such that it will last you a lifetime and possibly your Childrens’s too. 4) it can be used to cook anything even pizza and cakes. On the downside the big Firebox is too heavy for thru hiking but I use the smaller Nano for backpacking duties. Price is clearly an issue too but if you get into using wood stoves it’s a price worth paying in my view.

[@jemsjournal]

@@peterjessop1878 this is brilliant info! Thank you so much 😊

[@stevenramsay7762]

Looked lush. Enjoy.

[@chrisgreen8916]

Hi Jem. I have the same stove, bought a couple of years ago. Due to the weight I only use it for car camping and in the garden. It is a good stove for the money but I found that when I put a pot or a kettle on top it choked the fire and created a lot of smoke. Therefore if you are going to use a pot I recommend getting some sort of trivet to create a space between the top of the stove and the underside of the pot to help the hot gases escape. This stove also works well with charcoal although is does burn quite so hot so I found that lump-wood works better than briquettes which tended to burn out too quickly. All the best.

[@jemsjournal]

Great tips! Thanks so much Chris 🙌

[@vickyf164]

What a lovely little spot to cook a perfect steak 🥩👍 Great little wood burning stove…glad you figured the sides out to attach the grill. That would have definitely been me too 🤦🏻‍♀️. Take care 😍

[@jemsjournal]

Thanks so much 😊

[@musquito7865]

Good to see you back Jem. Great little stove but a bit heavy to take on your next hike in the hills. I’m learning a lot from your videos - what to do and not to do😁

[@jemsjournal]

Yay! Thats the reason I'm posting, hoping to help and inspire someone, somewhere! I'll stick to the gas for my mountain climbs I think 😁

[@garykelly1969]

Bit more rare than medium rare but I wouldn't turn my nose up at it 😋 what a wonderful way to spend some time in the woods 😊 and I couldn't help but chuckle not once but twice it got a light dusting of charcoal 😅

[@jemsjournal]

I love it, I've used it a few times since and don't think I'll ever cook steak another way now 😂🤦‍♀️

[@torsandmors]

HI Jem ..You did well not swearing after your steak fell in the fire for the 2nd time ..I would love to see the un edited vid .thanks for sharing this vid Jem ..

[@jemsjournal]

Haha, there wasn't any swearing this time...... had my steak have periled that would have been a very different srory!

[@leslieharding8560]

Hi Jem, Thanks for another entertaining vide. Love the little stove you used, looks brilliant!, msde me feel quite hungry watching that steak cooking 😋.

[@jemsjournal]

It's honestly awesome! Total game changer, much prefer it to the gas 😊

[@craoutdoors6827]

Such a simple design and looked pretty lightweight, I m sure it makes a nice change using gas canister. Worth a try on a wild camp

[@jemsjournal]

I much prefer it to the gas canister 🤷‍♀️

[@craoutdoors6827]

@@jemsjournal it ll be steak every time then , room for an egg and mushrooms too on the burner😂

[@jemsjournal]

@@craoutdoors6827 I may need to expand my culinary skills a bit, it'll get boring just doing steak every time 😂

[@craoutdoors6827]

@@jemsjournal I dont know paul messner with his steak and asparagus is almost a tradition . All the best hope you get a wild camp in soon 🙂

[@nm-ge4tb]

👍👍Fair play , liking the honesty on the new things you are doing /trying wicked excellent journey into the outdoors atb Wayne👍👍✌🤞👌🙏💖😊

[@jemsjournal]

Thank you so much........ honesty is always the best policy!

[@bikeroffthebeatentrack]

Perfectly cooked steak in my opinion 👌 to assist with cooking, lifting coals etc I bought a cheap pair of welding gloves (£6 eBay). You actually only need to carry one. I usually just put one on left hand. Means I can hold grill and keep fork in right hand. They’re also great for moving around hot coals, lifting hot Dutch oven etc. looking forward to next vid 👍

[@jemsjournal]

Thank you ! I'll definitely check these out 😊

[@soggz4246]

Hi Jem. Hope you’re well. May I suggest that when you’re camping,cooking,or whatever you are doing,just pack a pair of leather work gloves in your bag. Protect yourself from splinters,burns,cuts. You will thank yourself. Regards.❤️‍🔥

[@jemsjournal]

Great shout, thank you 😊

[@110adventures7]

New subscriber ! Great little wood burner I've had one a while now. I see you worked out the handles trick it does limit the size of pan but if your cooking directly on the grill works a treat. I also use a plumbers soldering mat under mine rather than foil it weights slightly more but you can reuse it many times it saves the ground and grass an I also use it under my alcohol stove and larger firebox. Great video keep the coming !

[@jemsjournal]

Great tip! Thank you so much 😊

[@DartmoorTramper]

An excellent video - thank you very much. I nodded favourably when you, very quickly, worked out the 'handles' (the number of reviews I have viewed where users have failed to grasp the set up). I left a polite comment on one site and the site user, not using the handles properly, immediately deleted it. I reposted my comment and he deleted it again! I wish you well for the future and look forward to viewing your vids. Subbed.

[@jemsjournal]

Maybe they were embarrassed about their mistake 🤷‍♀️ Thanks so much for watching and commenting 😊

[@Standswithabeer]

lol..after spending half a lifetime removing the blue plastic, i really like this stove. It stays lit & needs less fiddly care than most of these...and it flips out for fast cooking. Couldn't help but laugh until you 'found' the handles to secure the grill! :) P.S another budget-friendly but excellent stove is the Lixada tower stove. One of my favorites.

[@leeferridge5192]

Haha. Same as you and Jem - That blue plastic is nasty!! Glad I'm not the only one who spent half a lifetime removing it. Great stove though 👍

[@jemsjournal]

That blue plastic is the worst!!!!!! Watching me struggle must have been torture when you could see what i was doing wrong! 😂

[@IntenseAngler]

Awesome little stove there Jem! And that steak looked absolutely delicious. Great to see you out enjoying a beautiful day in nature. Cheers my friend!

[@jemsjournal]

Thank you 😊

[@paulsmart7564]

Nice one Jen. No Brew !! 👍

[@jemsjournal]

Ha not this time 😊

[@paulsmart7564]

@@jemsjournal The home made cookie was crying out for brew to go with 👍

[@jemsjournal]

@@paulsmart7564 I'll be honest..... I forgot my pan to boil the water 😂

[@redrambleson9785]

You might actually be my new favourite channel. But if I could offer one bit of advice, get a ridgemonkey sandwich toaster. You won't regret it

[@jemsjournal]

I didn't think i'd need to build a fire pit because of the foil and the space underneath the stove. Would you still recommend doing this then? 😊

[@redrambleson9785]

@@jemsjournal most definitely, the ridge monkey sandwich toaster is basically two square, non stick frying pans with a hinge, they can be separated and used as solo frying pan and come with detachable handles and plastic spatulas etc that are stored in their own tray inside the frying pans when the two are connected, and it all comes in a handy storage bag. I use mine on top of a titanium wood burner like yours. It means the last steak I cooked in one of the frying pans had mushrooms and asparagus with it that were cooked in the second pan. Have a look at some KZbin reviews of it, I'd recommend the XL version. It's a fantastic bit of kit for cooking

[@jemsjournal]

@@redrambleson9785 I've been looking at frying pans so will defo check this one out..... Thanks 😊

[@redrambleson9785]

@@jemsjournal no worries at all

[@keith_d]

This is exactly the type of stove I'd been considering getting eventually…….you're making me want to mess with my priorities now hahaha 😁 K

[@jemsjournal]

Get one, they're awesome 😁

[@keith_d]

@@jemsjournal new boots first lol.....I have to stay strong and not juggle priorities 😏

[@brokenspokesxl]

Excellent! I love a good burn up... Especially when there's a nice lump of meat involved. 🤙

[@jemsjournal]

Me too!

[@JohnSmith-df4vb]

Love the wood stoves, lost count of how many i have now lol, funnily enough have not bought this one yet, one tip buy a pair of metal tongs for turning food over, It's just so much easier, and you need to find some way to keep that grill attached, seems to be a flaw in the design.

[@jemsjournal]

I worked out what i was doing wrong later in the video, no flaw in the design..... I was the problem 😂 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@JohnSmith-df4vb]

@@jemsjournal yeah, that will teach me not to comment till i have watched the entire video, lol.

[@RussWoodard]

There is nothing like a sunny escape to the woods, even more so when you can make some delicious food to complete the experience. Cooking on a miniature wood stove is a tricky task and can only be truly mastered, stress free, with practice. But for a first attempt that was pretty impressive. The rewards far outweigh the faffing around as you found out 👍Looking foward to more of your outdoor adventures.

[@jemsjournal]

Thank you so much! I really enjoyed it and plan to escape into the woods again very soon....... the question is what to cook next? 🤔

[@garys4756]

Thanks for sharing, I like the mishaps you're leaving in as I'm sure it's not all straightforward when your on your adventures. 👍👍

[@jemsjournal]

The mishaps are the best bits in my opinion 😂 It'd be boring to watch otherwise 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@jimfarrell8466]

Looks a neat piece of kit and nice looking food, can't ask for more.

[@jgmdronephotography4744]

Looks impressive for the money... Think I'm sold on one! 👍

[@kennethwilson8633]

I bought one of those stoves last year and was caring for my father so I never got out to use it. So glad you found the handle trick now I won’t have to go though that falling steak trauma. I might never have figured it out myself. Have fun on your outings and stay safe.

[@jemsjournal]

It's honestly a game changer, I've used it a few times since and love it!

[@riddimchef1]

As others have said these little wood stoves can become an obsession 😂 I bought a flat pack one for about £7 and can’t believe how good it is. I was expecting it to be rubbish. Nice to be able to use free natural fuel that you don’t need to carry 👍🏾

[@jemsjournal]

I honestly love it! I'll probable end up getting a lighter one for long distance camps 😊

[@craig3401]

Yes kit can be expensive but I'm sure it's good quality so it will last.

[@quinntheeskimooutdoors6234]

Looks very good. Thanks for showing us and take care.

[@thedawnawakens]

Nice to see you putting that stove to the test. Looks really good for the money and I'm almost tempted to sell the bushcraft essentials xl I have to replace with one of these. Your woods seem very peaceful, what a lovely space to enjoy a spot of cooking and food.

[@jemsjournal]

There's a lot of dog walkers but i found a little hideout, I'm tempted to try camping there soon 👀

[@thedawnawakens]

@@jemsjournal yolo!!!! Definitely 😊🔥💚🌲

[@IrelandRider]

Glad to see you out and about again 🙌 🙂 I recommend heatproof gloves and put short thick pieces of wood in so you get hot ambers like on a BBQ. They will stay hot for longer and medium rare is the way to go, looked lovely 😍 mmmm 😝

[@jemsjournal]

I did try to find sticks like that but I'm too impatient and they weren't lying at me feet 😂 Thank you 😊

[@garethgibafricatwin6663]

Small pliers/tongs is the best tool to use on any part of stove whilst its hot

[@jemsjournal]

Thanks 😊

[@shaunsadventures]

I've got one of those stoves Brill bit of kit for the money

[@johncochran9860]

What a brilliant little stove! It did everything you hoped it would, with quick results too. A glove would be useful as others have said. Next time you go down to the woods we'll join you for a steak I will check out John's gloves lol XXX

[@jemsjournal]

I've got a couple of steaks ready to go! Maybe when I see you next week 😂😉❤️

[@macinthewild8116]

Nice one Jem, steak looked excellent 👍

[@Earlofmar1]

you are much more adventurous than I am. I seem to remember my first camp meal was a tin of beans, and really it hasn't improved that much over the years 😂😂😂

[@jemsjournal]

Nothing wrong with baked beans 😉

[@JackKlumpass]

Always best for flame to go down to cook on coals although height of that box might mean it’s a bit far off the coals. You don’t want it too smoked up because of the carcinogens. Looks tasty though lol.

[@jemsjournal]

Thanks Chris, I wasn't cooking on coals this time though. I'll definitely bear it in mind if I ever do 😊

[@russelltownley7404]

loved it gem you cooked that steak perfectly great little vid thank you

[@jemsjournal]

Thank you 😊

[@cullercoatswebsite]

Not bad for the price. Fun if you like smoked everything Including yourself. make a fire pit first tho.

[@jemsjournal]

I didn't realise I'd need a fire pit with this. I thought because of the foil and the gap underneath the stove it would be safe to use. Would you still recommend a fire pit then? The last thing I want is to risk damaging the ground 😕

[@cullercoatswebsite]

@@jemsjournal Hi, my advice is to be cautious with fires and set them up as if they are going to have problems, and a fire pit is good practice.

[@jemsjournal]

@@cullercoatswebsite Great advice, thank you! I'll be researching how to make a fire pit 😊💪

[@GarySmith-jy2lp]

Just when I thought how can it get any better you brought out a home made cookie 😁 loved the video. I have the same stove and works a treat. I do cheat though and bring along seasoned wood for cooking on. Hawthorn and ash are amazing for cooking on.

[@jemsjournal]

haha, thank you. That little stove is awesome, I'm gonna head out with it today, can't decide what to cook on it though. Wer'e definitely having marshmallows for pudding though 😊

[@GarySmith-jy2lp]

Hope you got out and about this weekend. What did you cook if so. I was thinking if you want to stick with open flame and no pan then maybe kebabs if using a pot I love making mushroom risotto with chorizo. Very light to carry and easy to cook.

[@jemsjournal]

@@GarySmith-jy2lp I kept it simple and cooked burgers in toasted brioche buns, followed by smores! Yum 😁

[@GarySmith-jy2lp]

S'mores and cookies 😍 whatever next 😋

[@inguzwulf]

OK Cookie Monster, couple of things: No 1: thingy is a technical term and we should encourage foreigners to our fair land (anyone working in advertising, basically) to become fluent in wossname. B: during the opening scene (you climbing over the fallen tree) I fully expected you to go a-over-t. 12: something about steak, ain't there! Well done on dropping the grill into the stove: 10 out of 10 entertainment value. Nom nom!

[@jemsjournal]

haha, thanks for this it really made me laugh! I can be graceful sometimes but I am more likely to fall a-over-t so I can't blame you for thinking that! At least you got your laughs when i dropped the steak!!!!! 😂

[@DimensionDevices]

Ah I never knew there were stoves like this!? Might be a little too heavy for light-packing but it looks niiiiiice right?!

[@jemsjournal]

There are lighter versions as well but they are a slightly different design 😊

[@DimensionDevices]

@@jemsjournal I have one that just unfolds and has no tray at the bottom. It's a little flimsy but I THINK it'll be fine...?! 😅

[@jamieparker2632]

great video jem love a good steak looks so nice that

[@jemsjournal]

It was delicious 😁 Thank you

[@jamieparker2632]

@@jemsjournal Am I aloud to come next time for a nice steak haha glad you loved it though :)

[@alexanderstohle]

Sorry Jemma, had a bit of a laugh there a couple of times when the steak eloped. Dinner looked great! Next time bake the cookie on the stove 😉

[@jemsjournal]

Not sure if I'm prepared to risk my cookie...........sorry 😂

[@lee.valley]

I bought one ready for an Easter camping trip to cook on and maybe a little warmth in the evening, do they throw off much heat??

[@jemsjournal]

It throws off a little heat but I kept the flame relatively small because I was cooking on it. I'd imagine you could get more heat with more wood on it though 😊

[@ScottThePower]

I want one where the link? Nice vid

[@jemsjournal]

The link is in the description of the video 😊

[@davemassingham2096]

That steak looked yum

[@jemsjournal]

It was delicious 😍

[@finger351]

Would it be rude to invite myself over for dinner? 😋

[@jemsjournal]

The more the merrier 😂

[@lee.valley]

"spent an absolute fortune on kit". I promised myself I didn't need more kit and I wouldn't buy anymore this year, I ordered a new lantern and kettle today.!!! the excuse I used to justify it.......I'm down sizing my gear 😂 you can't put a price on a passion though I guess......

[@jemsjournal]

It's gotta be done...... I've got a list as long as my arm 😂

[@jimmyboyd817]

Jem great vid you are so expressive and present really well, ever thought about Scotland for a camp?check out "Monty outdoors" channel for amazing spots

[@jemsjournal]

Thank you! I love Scotland, hoping to head there in May sometime so I'll check out that channel 😊

[@jimmyboyd817]

@@jemsjournal no probs Jem, usually May is ok I would advise you buy a midge net for your head just incase your come across any swarms of midges.Also have a long sleeve t shirt or top.My old method to deal with midges was to just get drunk so you can't feel them lol, but now I use the nets and carry anti histimanes incase of bite reactions. Looking forward to your next videos 🙂

[@jemsjournal]

@@jimmyboyd817 I've been warned about the midges and had planned on getting a net. Thanks for the heads up! What are the best paces to visit in your opinion?