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More like dumptied the egg - big time! After perusing options, speaking with Dennis and covertly surfing this forum, its looking like I'll be getting to know y'all a bit better. Big Bad is on its way and I couldn't be more excited!

Hello all. This is "The Husband". I have zero KKs, although I enjoy a lot of great food from the 2 I bought for Tekobo's significant birthday a year and a bit ago. I also love the vicarious enjoyment of following the adventures of a bunch of people who care deeply about getting it right. Now the subject has switched to coffee I feel I can join in...so here we go: I love my morning coffee and I am also quite keen on my afternoon coffee; evening coffee doesn't work so well now I have reached semi-advanced years. My personal benchmark that I strive to reproduce at home is that cappuccino that is served in a not-too-smart marketplace cafe in Italy but somehow just hits the spot. I am getting good but nowhere near expert yet. I buy my beans from HasBean (https://www.hasbean.co.uk) where owners Steve and Rowland go out of their way to ensure a good deal for the producers and deliver superb and varied single estate coffee.; I get through about 1kg of beans a month (friends know where to come for a cup but Tekobo doesn't drink the stuff!). I upgraded a few years ago to the setup that "The Wife" describes being plumbed in by Ieuan "the Coffee Man" in her post above. I went for a Rocket R58 espresso machine and a Mazzer Mini Electronic Grinder. As happens with these things, it was then necessary to buy a commercial stainless bench to set the things on and run a water line with filter from the basement. Photo attached: I am still very much a student in the art of the perfect espresso shot. Why is it that the first one in the morning is always so "tight" and comes out like a ristretto? What do I need to do to my tamping technique to be able to use the bottomless portafilter without spraying coffee all over the surrounding area? I am a happy boy and I have to say that having different but complementary obsessions helps to keep "The Husband" and "The Wife" sane and content. I am looking forward to when the posts move on to wine, cocktails and home technology - I believe I have plenty to contribute in those areas! Pequod - I am loving how you managed to score a direct hit in the coffee and technology intersection in the Venn diagram of "good things"!! Cheers!

A load of elbow grease and some magic earser.don't forget to put the split pin back in after you take of the top.. Outback Kamado Bar and Grill

Hmmm...humptied an egg... Only question is whether you’re going for a 23, 32, or something else.

Started a new to me recipe for focaccia bread even though I knew my pan wasn't quite large enough. It couldn't be that bad could it!? Reaady for an overnight fridge proof. Getting ready to bake. Baked. Yes, it is much thicker than it should be but it does smell great. After it cools we'll see how it tastes.

I am not convinced that it is a good idea that The Husband should start to post here but he is, technically, an owner. And he won't seek to undermine @Pequod's coffee thread. Unlike me. @tony b I don't drink beer but did sample some really good cider in Portland. It was a lovely city for food and people. If that this the product of their "weird" then long live weird!

We talk quite a bit on here about all things "adult beverage," so jump right into the conversation whenever it suits you!

Au Contraire, Paul. Guinness is quite good for you! Liquid bread!

I will be making this bread again. I loved the taste. I was a little apprehensive about the blue cheese topping but it was wonderful, also added olives, partially dehydrated then frozen tomatoes from last summer's garden, ground pepper, a sprinkling of cumin and fennel. The recipe is from "The Bread Baker's Apprentice" by Peter Reinhart

Tri tip turned out great... Outback Kamado Bar and Grill

Final say on this: I am cooking some birds and am using the accessory. Now that I fixed the t-piece I can confirm that wood chips work just fine in this. It’s bloody brilliant - so happy I got it! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I think a big part about making espresso is the ritual, anyone agree?

tekobo - I went with the matte black squares (which I think is sexy as all get up) and added the basics - basket splitter, stainless side tables, grate grabbers and a cover. Some of the other goodies will have to wait for Fathers' Day!\ MacKenzie - pics for sure. After all, how many other times do you end up with some gigantic crate in your driveway or back yard?!

Welcome @Sharky. I'm not big into espresso but you have a kewl looking setup.

@Sharky - that’s a great setup!

Some food and some questions for y'all. First a gratuitous shot of the oysters we started off with. The Husband picked up an oyster shucking tool that was used for the Guinness Book record and there was much less swearing than usual. In fact, there was no swearing at all and the oysters were delicious. I am not getting the best performance out of my rotisserie motor. It does not seem to key in as well as it should and I have not worked out whether it is because we cut the shaft too short, or not. Worked out OK today because I pushed the motor against the wall once I'd installed it. I would be interested in what motors others on 240V power use. I spun two half legs of lamb in one KK and smoked a moussaka in the other. The mince for the moussaka was baked in the oven for half an hour to start with to brown the mince and drive out the fat so I could drain it away. Neat trick that I picked up from a Tom Kerridge recipe. As you can see, I still have some venting marks on both KKs. I will have to try the magic eraser that you recommend as it sometimes makes me wonder whether the KKs are still venting. No soft spots or smells though. Anyway, everything turned out yummy.

From a bge straight to a 32”...excellent! You’re gonna be thrilled! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Welcome, Sharky, it's great that you have chimed in on this thread. I notice you even have an espresso in that cup.

I hear you. Anything that goes in black and comes out yellow can't be good for you!!

Karma at work! You were meant to have a BB 32. Can't wait to see the pics when it arrives. You are going to be flabbergasted at how different a KK is from the BGE in both construction quality and in the food quality coming off it. Welcome to the Obsession!!

Great burger Mac looks tasty as Outback Kamado Bar and Grill

I'm hoping Ali can score some pepperberry Outback Kamado Bar and Grill

Yeah times are hard it's only 4 + .lol Outback Kamado Bar and Grill

We have dry July down here .https://www.dryjuly.com Outback Kamado Bar and Grill

got a Wagyu tri tip for dinner tonight Outback Kamado Bar and Grill I can see you're suffering. LOL

Ah do they grow that here? I’ll definitely keep my eye out for it! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Very nice! I’ve cleaned mine up once and the magic eraser and Koh cleaner worked a treat! We’re over in Tassie at the moment, having an awesome time but definitely missing cooking on the KK. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Wow it looks brand new again!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I think that’s true with all coffees. I’ve had discussions on this with several people. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Did a few chicken thighs this evening- Before the KK-

I've known these guys for years, since they were amateurs competing in barbecue cookoffs. Their obsession with quality and flavor and freshness led them into this business, and apparently, they are thriving. Their original "Dizzy Dust" is my go-to rub for babyback ribs and I add some brown sugar to it to use for pork shoulder. I haven't had anything they do yet that I did not like. Their 'Red Eye Express" (with coffee) is a big favorite. Jim (Denver)

Yeah, I have to periodically go "diving" into the bottom of the chest freezer to see what's migrated down there over time. I just did a turn over this past week after coming home with a lot of meat from the market.

@ CK, no way, ketchup on the fries.

So, this happened a couple weeks ago, as I tried to find shelter from the rain on an early Monday morning... What a way to start the week. I'm guessing a few people on this board have some ideas as to what I should do next??

Diet Pepsi........... 2 - 20 oz. bottles.......$3.00 at the gas station. I'm sorry but that 'mud" can't be good for you!!!!!!!!! @sfdrew28........ Do NOT move to New York. Our governor just added a new tax to our electric bills to try to make up the 2 billion short fall because all the rich people are moving out.