SIF Blog
Surf & Turf for Two
Mark special occasions by dining "out" at home. What's cozier than cooking and relaxing by the fire together?
THE HOT SEAT: Dave Snyder of Halyards Restaurant Group, St. Simons Island, GA
Chef, restauranteur, and avid fisherman, Dave Snyder loves the "old school" element of cooking over an open wood fire. His recipe for Georgia Speckled Trout with Crab Scampi Butter Sauce features his love for locally sourced seafood.
At Home with the Osbornes
"You can find us around the Kettle morning, noon, and night!" says Libba Osborne, of her family of four. As they've spent much more time at home, the SIF Kettle has become a gathering spot for the Osbornes and added some spark to family meals. Take some inspiration from her Kettle-side suppers and the children's expert S'mores tips!
BACKYARD BRUNCH
Don't you wish every morning started with time to put your feet up and enjoy a big cup of steaming hot coffee? You might have to plan for the weekend, but it's worth the wait. Bringing your family together around the Kettle is a great reason to get up!
Cozy up to Comfort at Home with these Open-Fire Cooking Tips
We’re setting you up for success with some fire building and tending tips from cooks featured on our Hot Seat. That way, you can concentrate on those s’mores and smiles as the nights begin to call for a warm blanket.
THE HOT SEAT: Isaac Morton of Smithey Ironware
Isaac Morton's passion for quality cast iron cookware led him to found Smithey Ironware Co. and his love of open fire cooking made our Kettle the perfect addition to his backyard.
THE HOT SEAT: Kristian Niemi of Bourbon & Black Rooster
Cooking and entertaining are an integral part of this chef’s life, and he brings life to any event when he’s participating in it, especially if there’s something to be cooked over an open fire on a Sea Island Forge Kettle.
DINNER OUT... AT HOME
This year we’ve all been home more than we’re used to, maybe more than we’d like! And whether it’s families with children or empty-nesting couples, the struggle is real to keep dinner fun, interesting, and healthy (maybe).
THE HOT SEAT: Tuffy Stone of Cool Smoke Competition BBQ and A Sharper Palate
A household name on the competition BBQ circuit, Tuffy Stone has a philosophy that we can get fired up about. “Fire has this quality about it where people as a group come together. It’s a gathering point"
THE HOT SEAT: Anya Fernald
I love a good instagram rabbit hole. I’m fascinated by the amazing companies and the talented people pouring their hearts into their passions. This is how we met Anya, the co-founder and owner of Belcampo Meat Company.
THE HOT SEAT: Jay Ducote of Gov't Taco
Jay has made a name for himself when it comes to all things sizzling on a grill. Pancakes for 30 on our griddle - no problem. The whole kitchen sink on our grill for an LSU tailgate - a breeze!
AT HOME: Nick and Beth Richardson
Since “going out” became “going outdoors”, our Forge Families have found themselves spending more time around the Kettle. We caught up with Nick & Beth who bought a Kettle as a housewarming present for themselves (smart!) It’s since become the centerpiece of time spent with their girls.