Robdan Posted April 26, 2020 Share Posted April 26, 2020 I"m hoping it arrives by the 8th as I am currently furloughed but I have a feeling my company will be trying to get me back to work by mid-May ☹️ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brisketburner2020 Posted April 26, 2020 Share Posted April 26, 2020 (edited) Just put an order in for the Aldi egg. Have been grilling with a Master Touch for the last 4 yrs, which has been brilliant, and fancied a change of grill. Will keep both though. The Which? review made me laugh. The tester complained that it was disconcerting that you had to cook with the lid closed! Just got to think of what to tell the wife when it turns up.......... Edited April 26, 2020 by brisketburner2020 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomguy Posted April 26, 2020 Share Posted April 26, 2020 Can see they are back in stock for pre order in Aldi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whatcouldpossiblygowrong Posted April 26, 2020 Share Posted April 26, 2020 Hi Guys I was involved in the original postings 3 summers ago and can report after much use mine is still going strong. So considering the cost of kamados from the big boys it’s been a pretty cost effective way of getting one into my Bbq arsenal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robdan Posted April 26, 2020 Share Posted April 26, 2020 Thanks for the update, glad to hear positive things about them ahead of mine arriving 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khani47 Posted April 26, 2020 Share Posted April 26, 2020 A long time lurker and this forum made me pull the trigger at 3am this morning. I look forward to receiving it and sharing thoughts soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toucs Posted April 26, 2020 Share Posted April 26, 2020 I picked mine up last year, a few dinks externally but I can confirm its performed impeccably. Enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kentish Man Posted April 26, 2020 Share Posted April 26, 2020 I did press the button and buy one. Ive got a Weber spirit gas bbq at the moment, and as great as it is at what it does, I’m looking forward to adding a kamado to complete (for now) my fleet. A summer of lockdown and working from home seems the perfect time to try some different things 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Posted April 26, 2020 Share Posted April 26, 2020 Hope the latest batch do not have the crack problems of last year. Hopefully manufacturer has learnt from that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrackWilliams Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 (edited) Morning one and all - I've also ordered and hoping for it to be delivered in the next ten days or so. I must say, having found and read this thread there some nervousness on my part, most what my wife will say if this comes damaged (and the grill area is too small, which she already thinks it is...) Edited April 27, 2020 by CrackWilliams spelling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James P Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 I'm a new user & tempted by the Aldi Kamado - I was wondering if it was suitable for storage outside year-round in the UK? I'd get a cover like the Onlyfire Kamado Grill Cover on Amazon or similar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmateurPitBoss Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 You won't needn't get another cover chap, the one it comes with is good quality. Mine has spent 12 months outside and still looks good as new. This kamado is great, literally the best thing I've spent 300 quid on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain73 Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 Seconded - mine’s done the same and no issues. Don’t buy a cover (assuming it’s the same as last year) - spend your money on charcoal and meat! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kentish Man Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 Anyone who already has one got any recommendations for “must have” accessories? For example, is the heat deflector good enough, or is there a better one available elsewhere? Is there a particular pizza stone that is good for this grill? Are there cast iron grates available that fit it? Or anything else that has improved the grill! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmateurPitBoss Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 I initially thought the heat deflector could have been a bit bigger, but it's been absolutely fine, no signs of cracks of anything. Not used a pizza stone in there and not found any other accessories I would need. I've used mine about 60 or 70 times in the past 12 month of owning it. Even cooked Christmas Dinner on it 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kentish Man Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 Nice one, thanks AmateurPitBoss. Got any tips for learning how to get the best from it when new to cooking on a kamado? Any good forgiving recipes for a first cook or two? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoogl Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 On 4/26/2020 at 2:34 PM, brisketburner2020 said: Just got to think of what to tell the wife when it turns up.......... Draw a face on it and turn it into a giant Gnome. 😁 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoogl Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 (edited) 4 minutes ago, Kentish Man said: Any good forgiving recipes for a first cook or two? I'd always say go with Pork as it's a very forgiving meat. try not to over think, you can go with a simple sat and pepper rub or even throw in paprika or other herbs you have in the house. I'd focus on learning how to stabilise temp then play with flavours. If you have a thermometer that'll help take the pressure off. Edited April 27, 2020 by hoogl 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmateurPitBoss Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 Yes I've lied, dual probe thermometer is great. I grabbed an ink bird one for about 25 quid I think. Pulled pork or brisket have been hard to get wrong for me. YouTube is your friend. A single natural lighter towards the back, bottom vent fully open and lid open. 10 mins later, close lid and close bottom vent to only have a single row of holes showing (I was surprised at how little air it needs to sit around the smoking temperature). Usually have top wheel half way closed but adjust this to suit. Bigger temp changes made on the bottom vent. Cook your meat to a temperature and it saves opening it up often. Everything I've cooked has come out really well and family and friends have loved it 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kentish Man Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 Great - thank you. I’ve got a thermapro two probe thermometer - I’ll use one probe to measure temp at the grill and the other to measure temp of the meat. Can’t wait to give a pork shoulder a go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brisketburner2020 Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 Any point in getting some good quality steel plates, especially made for the AK? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brisketburner2020 Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 18 minutes ago, hoogl said: Draw a face on it and turn it into a giant Gnome. 😁 Ha good call! I almost bought the Summit, now that would have taken some explaining! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Monkey Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 54 minutes ago, brisketburner2020 said: Any point in getting some good quality steel plates, especially made for the AK? I know a guy who will custom cut them to any design. All laser cut from 3mm Steel, if you can design it he can cut it, or send him an image he he can do the rest. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robdan Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 Well Aldi seem to be working to ship these quickly - I just received an email telling me that mine had been despatched! Just in time for the good weather ☹️ 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toucs Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 3 hours ago, Robdan said: Well Aldi seem to be working to ship these quickly - I just received an email telling me that mine had been despatched! Just in time for the good weather ☹️ This thread is bringing back memories. Delivery took 12 days for me last year. Ordered 30/04, despatched 02/05 and received 14/05. Hope that helps... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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