How To Add A Gas Burner To Your Wood Fired OvenWant to convert your wood oven into a gas-fired oven? Yes, dear friends you read that right! “But why?” You might wonder - as you scratch your head… Well glad you asked because we are going to tell you! Yes, we love pizza ovens, and yes, the smell, taste, texture, and really everything about a fresh, crispy wood fired pizza is just the best!.... …But sometimes you just don’t want to wait for the wood to heat the oven. Sometimes you may not be able to find the right wood for your wood burnin...
Build Your Own DIY Outdoor Brick Pizza OvenWhether you’re an avid entertainer, or if you’re raising a pack of hungry wolf-children, a DIY pizza oven is a fantastic project that will last for years, provide countless hours of entertainment and meals, and add value to your home. A great example is the brick oven below built by a Chicago Brick Oven customer. Once you build your own outdoor pizza oven, your yard will become nothing less than a social mecca. Moreover, you’ll be able to enjoy with your family and friends a combined plea...
5 Ideas for A Safe Halloween At HomeOur 5 Favorite Ideas for A Safe & Tasty Halloween At Home Halloween may look a little different this year, with a bit less trick-or-treating around the neighborhood, staying safe with drive thru haunted houses, and much smaller Halloween party gatherings. But the fun is all still there with spooky costumes, fun games, scary movies, tasty treats, time with friends, and even more treats. Here are our Top 5 ideas for a safe, fun and yummy Halloween night. 1 - Host A Scary Movie Marathon Why ...
10 Ideas on How to Decorate An Outdoor Christmas TreeInspiring Outdoor Xmas Tree Decoration Ideas to Try This Year Watch “Home Alone” or “Love Actually”? Listen to “All I Want For Christmas Is You” or “Last Christmas”? Buy a warm cozy sweater or cute winter gloves as a present? There are many ways to get into the holiday spirit, and decorating a Christmas tree is one of them. In this case, you also need to choose — a white ball or a porcelain snowflake? Traditional elements used for decorating a Christmas tree are lights, garlands, tinsel, and ...
How To Choose A Gazebo or PergolaWhat Is A Gazebo?A gazebo is an outdoor structure for decorative or functional purposes which is a popular addition to any garden or patio. It Is a perfect place to meet friends and family outdoors. Under hard top gazebos, you get to enjoy a warm afternoon together with your loved ones while staying outdoors and in the shade. Gazebos can be either standing or attached to a building or garden wall, so when it comes to choosing the right gazebo for your property there are plenty of choices. Ty...
Designing the Perfect Outdoor KitchenDid you know recent studies have shown that people who live in homes with outdoor spaces tend to be happier and healthier than those who don't? If you want to join the "outdoor kitchen" movement, read on for some tips on designing the perfect diy outdoor kitchen space. Outdoor living spaces are a great way to extend your living space to your backyard. For many, having an outdoor entertaining area helps enhance the overall feel of their home. There are many factors that go into des...
Create A Backyard Oasis Using Pool Fire BowlsAdd a luxurious fire bowl to your backyard pool for a relaxing and inviting atmosphere When it comes to pool design, nothing adds a luxurious and relaxing vibe quite like a pool fire bowl. Whether you opt for a custom colored concrete fire bowl or simply choose to add one of the many prefab pool fire bowls available on the market, these features are guaranteed to make your pool more inviting and your backyard more spectacular. With the warm flames dancing around in front of you as you relax p...
Top 23 Gifts For Your Backyard ChefMake your chef's day with these pizza oven gifts! Celebrate a special day with gifts that will really get your outdoor cook excited. Whether they are the Master outdoor chef or a newbie to the wood-fired oven world, these pizza oven accessories will surely bring big smiles when unwrapped! For the man (or woman) that has everything, one of these unique specialty gifts will surely get them fired up when unwrapped! This gift-giving blog post will point you in the right direction for big ...
How To Start A Food TruckFood Trucks vs Trailers: What's Your Flavor? Looking for the freedom that comes from being your own boss, without shying away from hard work? Want to get involved in the Pizzeria restaurant business, without sacrificing the time and money it takes to open a brick and mortar restaurant? It seems like opening a food truck is all the rage these days as evidenced by many food truck events like the Food Truck Invasion. But, the wonderful world of food on wheels can be a difficult one to break...
How To Cook With Cast IronThe trusty cast iron skillet is a kitchenware staple that’s served us during the Pioneer days, countless conflicts, and every camping trip that was worth its while. For a cast iron to continue to serve us for many years, however, its owner must take care of it. Cast iron is a resilient material, so maintenance on it really boils down to just two things: Seasoning and cleaning your cast iron skillet. Here’s how to do these things the right way! Seasoning your skillet 1. Grease it up Serious ...
Benefits of Ceramic Baking DishesWhen you think of ceramic bakeware, you may think of your grandmother's flower-patterned casserole dish. However, ceramic bakeware has come a long way in recent years, and there are now many options available for the home cook. Ceramic baking dishes are ideal for use in wood pizza ovens, as they can withstand high temperatures without breaking. In addition, ceramic bakeware evenly distributes heat, ensuring that food is cooked evenly. As a result, ceramic bakeware is often the best choice...
How to Build a Pizza Oven Base for your OvenBuilding A Pizza Oven Base, The Right Way You’ve finally decided that your backyard needs an authentic brick pizza oven. Great decision! Now, you need to build the base for your new feature! Not to worry, however! While building an entire DIY pizza oven might be tedious, the base doesn't need to be. That’s why we’ve put together this helpful (but certainly not exhaustive!) guide towards constructing the oven’s most critical component: The base. What you’ll need Before jumping into this...
Indoor Pizza Oven InstallationsAdding a wood fired pizza oven to your indoor kitchen? While a residential pizza oven is a great addition for enjoying traditional cooking, you should be aware of additional considerations when installing indoors. Every indoor pizza oven installation will be different depending on your residence structure and your geographical location so make sure that your installation complies with your local building codes. The first step when considering purchasing an indoor pizza oven is to determine i...
Necessories Outdoor Kitchen Island Kit ReviewAfter many years dreaming of the perfect outdoor kitchen and entertaining space, we finally decided to make that dream come true! Below are the before and after pictures of the full project. Yes, it's really the same place! Before beginning, we looked at many DIY outdoor kitchen ideas. We finally decided to build our own using the outdoor living kits by Necessories that uses the Rockwood Retaining Wall blocks. The focal point of our DIY outdoor kitchen project is a gorgeous grani...
Maximus Prime Pizza Oven ReviewThis is our personal review of the Maximus Prime Wood Fired Oven. We've been using this oven for over 6 years so have plenty of experience with its pros and cons. Let's get started... How was the Maximus Oven delivered? The pizza oven was delivered to our house via a big freight truck in a crate. The oven is in a box inside the crate. The total container with the oven in the crate was extremely heavy so we would've had to use a pallet jack to move it around. However, we c...
How To Cook a Pizza in Your Wood-Fired Pizza OvenUsing a pizza oven for the first time! Congratulations! You’ve finally joined the elite ranks of backyard chefs who bring traditional, timeless cooking right into their own homes with a wood-fired pizza oven. You’re truly one-of-a-kind, and you’re probably dying to get started with your awesome new oven. However, you might be scratching your head a bit about where to actually begin. No problem; your first foray into wood-fired cooking can be a confusing time, but with these tips and tricks gl...
How To Add A Gas Burner To Your Wood Fired Oven Want to convert your wood oven into a gas-fired oven? Yes, dear friends you read that right! “But why?” You might wonder - as you scratch your head… Well glad you asked because we are going to tell you! Yes, we love pizza ovens, and yes, the smell, taste, texture, and really everything about a fresh, crispy wood fired pizza is just the best!.... …But sometimes you just don’t want to wait for the wood to heat the oven. Sometimes you may not be able to find the right wood for your wood burnin...
Build Your Own DIY Outdoor Brick Pizza Oven Whether you’re an avid entertainer, or if you’re raising a pack of hungry wolf-children, a DIY pizza oven is a fantastic project that will last for years, provide countless hours of entertainment and meals, and add value to your home. A great example is the brick oven below built by a Chicago Brick Oven customer. Once you build your own outdoor pizza oven, your yard will become nothing less than a social mecca. Moreover, you’ll be able to enjoy with your family and friends a combined plea...
5 Ideas for A Safe Halloween At Home Our 5 Favorite Ideas for A Safe & Tasty Halloween At Home Halloween may look a little different this year, with a bit less trick-or-treating around the neighborhood, staying safe with drive thru haunted houses, and much smaller Halloween party gatherings. But the fun is all still there with spooky costumes, fun games, scary movies, tasty treats, time with friends, and even more treats. Here are our Top 5 ideas for a safe, fun and yummy Halloween night. 1 - Host A Scary Movie Marathon Why ...
10 Ideas on How to Decorate An Outdoor Christmas Tree Inspiring Outdoor Xmas Tree Decoration Ideas to Try This Year Watch “Home Alone” or “Love Actually”? Listen to “All I Want For Christmas Is You” or “Last Christmas”? Buy a warm cozy sweater or cute winter gloves as a present? There are many ways to get into the holiday spirit, and decorating a Christmas tree is one of them. In this case, you also need to choose — a white ball or a porcelain snowflake? Traditional elements used for decorating a Christmas tree are lights, garlands, tinsel, and ...
How To Choose A Gazebo or Pergola What Is A Gazebo?A gazebo is an outdoor structure for decorative or functional purposes which is a popular addition to any garden or patio. It Is a perfect place to meet friends and family outdoors. Under hard top gazebos, you get to enjoy a warm afternoon together with your loved ones while staying outdoors and in the shade. Gazebos can be either standing or attached to a building or garden wall, so when it comes to choosing the right gazebo for your property there are plenty of choices. Ty...
Designing the Perfect Outdoor Kitchen Did you know recent studies have shown that people who live in homes with outdoor spaces tend to be happier and healthier than those who don't? If you want to join the "outdoor kitchen" movement, read on for some tips on designing the perfect diy outdoor kitchen space. Outdoor living spaces are a great way to extend your living space to your backyard. For many, having an outdoor entertaining area helps enhance the overall feel of their home. There are many factors that go into des...
Create A Backyard Oasis Using Pool Fire Bowls Add a luxurious fire bowl to your backyard pool for a relaxing and inviting atmosphere When it comes to pool design, nothing adds a luxurious and relaxing vibe quite like a pool fire bowl. Whether you opt for a custom colored concrete fire bowl or simply choose to add one of the many prefab pool fire bowls available on the market, these features are guaranteed to make your pool more inviting and your backyard more spectacular. With the warm flames dancing around in front of you as you relax p...
Top 23 Gifts For Your Backyard Chef Make your chef's day with these pizza oven gifts! Celebrate a special day with gifts that will really get your outdoor cook excited. Whether they are the Master outdoor chef or a newbie to the wood-fired oven world, these pizza oven accessories will surely bring big smiles when unwrapped! For the man (or woman) that has everything, one of these unique specialty gifts will surely get them fired up when unwrapped! This gift-giving blog post will point you in the right direction for big ...
How To Start A Food Truck Food Trucks vs Trailers: What's Your Flavor? Looking for the freedom that comes from being your own boss, without shying away from hard work? Want to get involved in the Pizzeria restaurant business, without sacrificing the time and money it takes to open a brick and mortar restaurant? It seems like opening a food truck is all the rage these days as evidenced by many food truck events like the Food Truck Invasion. But, the wonderful world of food on wheels can be a difficult one to break...
How To Cook With Cast Iron The trusty cast iron skillet is a kitchenware staple that’s served us during the Pioneer days, countless conflicts, and every camping trip that was worth its while. For a cast iron to continue to serve us for many years, however, its owner must take care of it. Cast iron is a resilient material, so maintenance on it really boils down to just two things: Seasoning and cleaning your cast iron skillet. Here’s how to do these things the right way! Seasoning your skillet 1. Grease it up Serious ...
Benefits of Ceramic Baking Dishes When you think of ceramic bakeware, you may think of your grandmother's flower-patterned casserole dish. However, ceramic bakeware has come a long way in recent years, and there are now many options available for the home cook. Ceramic baking dishes are ideal for use in wood pizza ovens, as they can withstand high temperatures without breaking. In addition, ceramic bakeware evenly distributes heat, ensuring that food is cooked evenly. As a result, ceramic bakeware is often the best choice...
How to Build a Pizza Oven Base for your Oven Building A Pizza Oven Base, The Right Way You’ve finally decided that your backyard needs an authentic brick pizza oven. Great decision! Now, you need to build the base for your new feature! Not to worry, however! While building an entire DIY pizza oven might be tedious, the base doesn't need to be. That’s why we’ve put together this helpful (but certainly not exhaustive!) guide towards constructing the oven’s most critical component: The base. What you’ll need Before jumping into this...
Indoor Pizza Oven Installations Adding a wood fired pizza oven to your indoor kitchen? While a residential pizza oven is a great addition for enjoying traditional cooking, you should be aware of additional considerations when installing indoors. Every indoor pizza oven installation will be different depending on your residence structure and your geographical location so make sure that your installation complies with your local building codes. The first step when considering purchasing an indoor pizza oven is to determine i...
Necessories Outdoor Kitchen Island Kit Review After many years dreaming of the perfect outdoor kitchen and entertaining space, we finally decided to make that dream come true! Below are the before and after pictures of the full project. Yes, it's really the same place! Before beginning, we looked at many DIY outdoor kitchen ideas. We finally decided to build our own using the outdoor living kits by Necessories that uses the Rockwood Retaining Wall blocks. The focal point of our DIY outdoor kitchen project is a gorgeous grani...
Maximus Prime Pizza Oven Review This is our personal review of the Maximus Prime Wood Fired Oven. We've been using this oven for over 6 years so have plenty of experience with its pros and cons. Let's get started... How was the Maximus Oven delivered? The pizza oven was delivered to our house via a big freight truck in a crate. The oven is in a box inside the crate. The total container with the oven in the crate was extremely heavy so we would've had to use a pallet jack to move it around. However, we c...
How To Cook a Pizza in Your Wood-Fired Pizza Oven Using a pizza oven for the first time! Congratulations! You’ve finally joined the elite ranks of backyard chefs who bring traditional, timeless cooking right into their own homes with a wood-fired pizza oven. You’re truly one-of-a-kind, and you’re probably dying to get started with your awesome new oven. However, you might be scratching your head a bit about where to actually begin. No problem; your first foray into wood-fired cooking can be a confusing time, but with these tips and tricks gl...