Big Green Egg:
What Can You Cook & Is It Worth It?
Discover what you can cook on a Big Green Egg and whether it’s worth it. A practical UK guide to the most versatile ceramic grill.
By Stephen Gee, Creative Director & Proprietor
Outdoor cooking has moved on considerably. What was once a simple barbecue has become, in many homes, a natural extension of the kitchen a place to cook, gather and spend time properly.
The Big Green Egg sits at the centre of that shift. It is not simply a grill, but a highly capable ceramic cooking system that brings a level of control and versatility rarely found in traditional barbecues.
For most clients, the question is straightforward:
What can it actually do?
What Is the Big Green Egg?
The Big Green Egg is a ceramic kamado-style cooker, derived from traditional clay cooking vessels used for centuries. Its modern performance comes from the way it has been engineered.
The thick ceramic shell is designed to:
- retain heat with remarkable efficiency
- maintain stable internal temperatures
- respond precisely to airflow adjustments
This creates a controlled cooking environment that behaves far more like an outdoor oven than a conventional barbecue.
Once up to temperature, it holds that heat consistently — something that fundamentally changes the way food is cooked.
What Can You Actually Cook on It?
This is where the Big Green Egg distinguishes itself. It is not limited to one style of cooking, but capable of several — all within the same unit.
Grilling
At higher temperatures, it performs as a powerful grill. The heat is even and consistent, making it ideal for meat, fish and vegetables without the flare-ups often associated with standard barbecues.
Roasting
With the lid closed, the Egg creates a stable roasting environment. Poultry and larger cuts cook evenly while retaining moisture, producing results closer to a traditional oven than an open grill.
Smoking
At lower temperatures, it excels at slow cooking. The ability to hold a steady temperature over long periods makes it well suited to smoking meats with precision.
Baking
Perhaps most surprising is its ability to bake. With the correct setup, the Egg can produce bread, pizza and desserts — benefiting from the same heat retention and control.
In practical terms, it replaces multiple pieces of equipment with one considered system.
Why It Performs Differently
The performance of the Big Green Egg comes down to a combination of simple but effective principles:
- Ceramic construction retains and distributes heat evenly
- Airflow control allows precise temperature regulation
- Closed cooking environment helps retain moisture and flavour
- Natural lump charcoal provides consistent, clean heat
Together, these elements create a cooking system that is both efficient and highly controllable.
It is this consistency that sets it apart.
Is the Big Green Egg Worth It?
If used occasionally, it is a premium barbecue.
If used properly, it becomes something far more valuable — a multi-functional cooking system that replaces a grill, smoker and oven.
Its ceramic construction also means it is built for longevity. This is not something designed to be replaced every few seasons, but something intended to be used over many years.
Where it justifies itself is in:
- consistency of results
- versatility of cooking methods
- durability over time
For those who enjoy cooking — and use it regularly — it becomes an integral part of how they prepare food.
Where It Fits in the Home
Increasingly, we design homes where the kitchen extends outward into the garden. Outdoor cooking is no longer secondary — it is part of the overall living environment.
The Big Green Egg fits naturally into this approach. Whether integrated into a fully designed outdoor kitchen or used more simply on a terrace, it supports a more considered way of cooking.
It encourages a slower pace — one that is less about quick results and more about the process itself.
Why Buy a Big Green Egg from Stephen Neall Interiors
There are many places to purchase a Big Green Egg. What matters is how it is understood, specified and ultimately used.
At Stephen Neall Interiors, we approach it in the same way we approach kitchen design — as part of a complete environment rather than a standalone product. That means advising on the correct size and configuration for each individual setting, ensuring it integrates properly within the overall space, and carefully considering how it will be used day to day. It is about understanding not just the product itself, but how it fits into the wider environment — how people cook, entertain and spend time outdoors — so that it becomes a natural and well-considered part of the home rather than a standalone addition.
For clients already investing in their homes, this makes a significant difference. It becomes a considered addition, aligned with the way they live, rather than an isolated purchase.
My Thoughts
Having spent time cooking on the Big Green Egg, what stands out is its balance of simplicity and capability. Once you understand how the ceramic body retains heat and how airflow regulates temperature, it becomes intuitive to use.
More importantly, it changes the experience of cooking. It slows things down in the right way — encouraging time around the fire, rather than rushing the process.
Some of the most enjoyable meals I have cooked have been outdoors, with the Egg doing its work quietly in the background while people gather around. The Big Green Egg is not simply a better barbecue. It is a more complete way of cooking outdoors — one that combines versatility, control and longevity in a single system.
For those looking to move beyond occasional grilling and towards something more considered, it remains one of the most compelling options available.
Because the best outdoor cooking is not about speed — it is about time, atmosphere and the quality of the experience.
Explore the Big Green Egg collection at Stephen Neall Interiors
Big Green Egg:
What Can You Cook & Is It Worth It?
Discover what you can cook on a Big Green Egg and whether it’s worth it. A practical UK guide to the most versatile ceramic grill.
By Stephen Gee, Creative Director & Proprietor
Outdoor cooking has moved on considerably. What was once a simple barbecue has become, in many homes, a natural extension of the kitchen a place to cook, gather and spend time properly.
The Big Green Egg sits at the centre of that shift. It is not simply a grill, but a highly capable ceramic cooking system that brings a level of control and versatility rarely found in traditional barbecues.
For most clients, the question is straightforward:
What can it
actually do?
What Is the Big Green Egg?
The Big Green Egg is a ceramic kamado-style cooker, derived from traditional clay cooking vessels used for centuries. Its modern performance comes from the way it has been engineered.
The thick ceramic shell is designed to:
- retain heat with remarkable efficiency
- maintain stable internal temperatures
- respond precisely to airflow adjustments
This creates a controlled cooking environment that behaves far more like an outdoor oven than a conventional barbecue.
Once up to temperature, it holds that heat consistently — something that fundamentally changes the way food is cooked.
What Can You Actually Cook on It?
This is where the Big Green Egg distinguishes itself. It is not limited to one style of cooking, but capable of several — all within the same unit.
Grilling
At higher temperatures, it performs as a powerful grill. The heat is even and consistent, making it ideal for meat, fish and vegetables without the flare-ups often associated with standard barbecues.
Roasting
With the lid closed, the Egg creates a stable roasting environment. Poultry and larger cuts cook evenly while retaining moisture, producing results closer to a traditional oven than an open grill.
Smoking
At lower temperatures, it excels at slow cooking. The ability to hold a steady temperature over long periods makes it well suited to smoking meats with precision.
Baking
Perhaps most surprising is its ability to bake. With the correct setup, the Egg can produce bread, pizza and desserts — benefiting from the same heat retention and control.
In practical terms, it replaces multiple pieces of equipment with one considered system.
Why It Performs Differently
The performance of the Big Green Egg comes down to a combination of simple but effective principles:
- Ceramic construction retains and distributes heat evenly
- Airflow control allows precise temperature regulation
- Closed cooking environment helps retain moisture and flavour
- Natural lump charcoal provides consistent, clean heat
Together, these elements create a cooking system that is both efficient and highly controllable.
It is this consistency that sets it apart.
Is the Big Green Egg Worth It?
If used occasionally, it is a premium barbecue.
If used properly, it becomes something far more valuable — a multi-functional cooking system that replaces a grill, smoker and oven.
Its ceramic construction also means it is built for longevity. This is not something designed to be replaced every few seasons, but something intended to be used over many years.
Where it justifies itself is in:
- consistency of results
- versatility of cooking methods
- durability over time
For those who enjoy cooking — and use it regularly — it becomes an integral part of how they prepare food.
Where It Fits in the Home
Increasingly, we design homes where the kitchen extends outward into the garden. Outdoor cooking is no longer secondary — it is part of the overall living environment.
The Big Green Egg fits naturally into this approach. Whether integrated into a fully designed outdoor kitchen or used more simply on a terrace, it supports a more considered way of cooking.
It encourages a slower pace — one that is less about quick results and more about the process itself.
Why Buy a Big Green Egg from Stephen Neall Interiors
There are many places to purchase a Big Green Egg. What matters is how it is understood, specified and ultimately used.
At Stephen Neall Interiors, we approach it in the same way we approach kitchen design — as part of a complete environment rather than a standalone product.
That means advising on the correct size and configuration for each individual setting, ensuring it integrates properly within the overall space, and carefully considering how it will be used day to day. It is about understanding not just the product itself, but how it fits into the wider environment — how people cook, entertain and spend time outdoors — so that it becomes a natural and well-considered part of the home rather than a standalone addition.
For clients already investing in their homes, this makes a significant difference. It becomes a considered addition, aligned with the way they live, rather than an isolated purchase.
My Thoughts
Having spent time cooking on the Big Green Egg, what stands out is its balance of simplicity and capability. Once you understand how the ceramic body retains heat and how airflow regulates temperature, it becomes intuitive to use.
More importantly, it changes the experience of cooking. It slows things down in the right way — encouraging time around the fire, rather than rushing the process.
Some of the most enjoyable meals I have cooked have been outdoors, with the Egg doing its work quietly in the background while people gather around. The Big Green Egg is not simply a better barbecue. It is a more complete way of cooking outdoors — one that combines versatility, control and longevity in a single system.
For those looking to move beyond occasional grilling and towards something more considered, it remains one of the most compelling options available.
Because the best outdoor cooking is not about speed — it is about time, atmosphere and the quality of the experience.
Explore the Big Green Egg collection at Stephen Neall Interiors