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Fire Up the Food Truck Spirit: Portable Grills, Pizza Ovens & Smoky Tools for August Adventures

Bring the bold flavors and energy of street food to your own backyard with the right portable grills, pizza ovens, and smoky cooking tools.

Entertaining Alfresco: How to Create a Stylish Outdoor Cooking & Dining Experience

Host unforgettable outdoor meals with these simple tips for creating a stylish, comfortable, and functional alfresco cooking and dining space.

Build Out Your Outdoor Kitchen: Design Tips That Stand Out This Season

Create an outdoor kitchen that’s both functional and inviting. These design tips will help you cook, entertain, and enjoy the season in style.

BBQ Fusion 2.0: Marrying Global Flavors with Outdoor Grilling

Take your barbecue beyond the basics by combining grilling traditions from around the world. Discover easy flavor pairings for a truly global cookout.

Tech Meets Tradition: 2025’s Top High-Tech Grilling Gadgets You Need Now

From smart thermometers to precision-cutting tools, discover 2025’s best high-tech gadgets for taking your grilling game to the next level.

The Asado Way: Slow-Fire Barbecue Techniques for a Soulful Cookout

Learn the art of Argentine asado cooking — from building the perfect slow fire to serving smoky, tender meats that bring people together.

Burn Bright: Exploring Japanese Konro & Hibachi-Style Grills for Intense Flavor

Discover the unique cooking style of Japanese Konro and hibachi grills, plus tips for bringing that same smoky, high-heat magic to your own outdoor cooking.

Summer’s Not Over Yet: 10 Must-Try Grilling Recipes for August

Keep the summer spirit alive with these 10 irresistible grilling recipes for August, paired with the perfect outdoor cooking tools from MenWithThePot.

Olive Wood vs. Silicone

Curious whether olive wood or silicone tools are better for outdoor cooking? We compare the two and share why olive wood comes out on top for campfire meals.

30 Tasks Your Cleaver Can Handle

Discover 30 unexpected and essential ways to use your cleaver in and out of the kitchen—from chopping bones to crushing garlic and even camping prep.

The Grain Direction That Changes Everything About Food Prep

Learn why cutting against the grain makes all the difference in your food prep. Discover how to identify grain direction, choose the right knife, and slice like a pro for tender, flavorful results every time.

Why Your Knives Stay Sharper with Olive Wood

Discover why olive wood cutting boards are the secret to keeping your knives sharper, longer. Learn how this beautiful, knife-friendly material protects your blades and enhances your outdoor cooking setup.

Northern Ireland's Best Wild Cooking Locations

Discover the best spots in Northern Ireland to cook over fire in the wild. From rugged coastlines to tranquil forests, here are the must-visit places for outdoor chefs.

Why Olive Wood Utensils Are Worth Every Penny

Discover the unmatched quality, durability, and beauty of olive wood utensils—and why they’re a smart, long-term investment for your outdoor and indoor kitchen.

Sharp vs. Dull: How Knife Quality Transforms Your Cooking

Discover how using a sharp, high-quality knife can change your entire cooking experience—from speed and precision to safety and satisfaction.

The 5-Minute Sharpening Routine That Keeps Any Knife Razor-Sharp

Keep your knives razor-sharp in just 5 minutes. This simple routine protects your blades, improves your prep, and makes every slice smoother—no fancy tools required.

The Science Behind Olive Wood's Self-Healing Grain

Discover how olive wood’s unique self-healing grain protects your knives and naturally repairs itself over time. A beautiful, durable choice for any kitchen or campsite.

The Complete Guide to Caring for Your Full Tang Cleaver

Keep your full tang cleaver in peak condition with this easy guide. From cleaning to sharpening, here’s how to extend the life of your favorite blade.

Campfire Cocktails and Mocktails to Pair with Your Outdoor Meals

Elevate your outdoor cooking with these simple, refreshing campfire cocktails and mocktails. Perfect pairings for flame-kissed meals, with tips for mixing drinks in the wild.

Cast Iron 101: Summer Skillet Meals You’ll Want to Eat Outdoors

Learn how to master summer cooking with a cast iron skillet. From fire-grilled breakfasts to sizzling one-pan dinners, these outdoor meals are easy, hearty, and made for the season.

Weekend Cooking Kit Checklist: Don’t Leave for the Woods Without These

Before your next camping trip, make sure your weekend cooking kit is complete. Here’s a checklist of must-have outdoor cooking tools—including fire-ready favorites from Men With The Pot.

How to Care for Your Knives in Summer Heat and Humidity

Discover how to care for your knives during summer heat and humidity. Keep your blades sharp, rust-free, and adventure-ready with these expert outdoor cooking tips.

Why Olive Wood Tools Are a Summer Grilling Essential

Discover why olive wood cooking tools belong in every summer grilling setup. From heat resistance to rustic beauty, these handcrafted utensils are built for the fire.

The Best Grilling Recipes for Summer Weekends

Fire up your grill for summer weekends with these easy, flavorful recipes—from smoky skewers to charred corn and cast iron desserts. Simple ingredients, bold flavors, and tools that make it all effortless.

How to Build the Perfect Campfire for Cooking

Master the art of fire cooking with this step-by-step guide to building the perfect campfire for outdoor meals. From fire types to essential tools, here’s how to cook like a pro in the wild.

The Ultimate Father’s Day Feast: What to Cook Over the Fire

Celebrate Dad with a fire-cooked feast he won’t forget. Discover our favorite open-fire recipes and the tools you need to make them shine.

The Best Cleavers For Father's Day

Looking for a Father’s Day gift he’ll actually use? These fire-ready cleavers are perfect for dads who love to cook outdoors.

How To Make A Fried Egg Perfectly

Master the perfect fried egg with this step-by-step guide—whether you’re cooking over a fire or on your home stove. Tips, timing, and gear that make it easy.

Our Father's Day Gift Guide

Looking for the perfect Father’s Day gift? From rugged cleavers to cast iron skillets, this guide has fire-cooked gifts for every kind of dad.

Why You Should Have a BBQ Apron

A great BBQ apron is more than just a style choice—it protects you, holds your tools, and makes every cookout easier. Here’s why it belongs in your kit.

Chopped Vs. Diced: What's the Difference?

Chopped vs. diced—what’s the difference, and does it matter? Learn how to tell them apart (and when to use each) with tips from the Men With The Pot crew.