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Wood Fired OvenA Slice of Innovation: Tasting the Unexpected at Bonci Pizzarium in RomeSend us a Text Message.In this episode of the Wood Fired Oven podcast, join me as I embark on an early evening walk through Rome, weaving through bustling streets en route to the legendary Bonci Pizzarium. Founded by Gabriele Bonci, this pizzeria is celebrated for revolutionizing Rome’s pizza scene with its unique "pizza al taglio" or pizza by the slice. Along the way, I’ll share a few unexpected surprises and insights into the city's rich cultural backdrop, setting the stage for a memorable dining experience.At Bonci Pizzarium, the pizza al taglio style...2024-05-0425 min

Wood Fired OvenFrom Rome's Heart to Caiazzo's Soul: My Journey from the Colosseum to Pepe in Grani in Italy.Send us a Text Message.In this season three premiere, I celebrate Italy's ancient and revered baking traditions by journeying from the historic Colosseum in Rome to the culinary haven of Caiazzo, specifically to dine at the acclaimed Pepe in Grani. This episode is a tribute to the spirit of Italy's ancestral bakers, whose legacy vibrates through the streets and kitchens of the country today.My adventure begins amidst Rome's monumental past, taking inspiration from the city's enduring history, then moves through Italy's picturesque landscapes, passing the ancient home of Spartacus at Capua, t...2024-03-2535 min

Wood Fired OvenSeason 3 - The Fire Gets HotterSend us a Text Message.Welcome to a brand-new season of the Wood Fired Oven Podcast with your host, Mark Goston! In this teaser episode, we're giving you a sneak peek into what's cooking for Season 3. Get ready to stoke the fires of your culinary imagination like never before!From a multi-episode bread-baking masterclass by true professionals, to riveting interviews with blacksmiths, wood fired oven manufacturers, and even archaeologists, this season promises to be a smorgasbord of fire-cooked delights. We've got an array of sizzling recipes, history deep-dives, and the latest techniques in cooking with fire. 2023-10-1902 min

Wood Fired OvenMasterclass Part 5 - The Finale. A live cook featuring buttery bread rolls, tomatoes on a bed of onions, baked camembert and a deliciously golden chicken and ham pie - all cooked live by David Jones from the Manna From Devon Cooking School.Send us a Text Message.Welcome to part 5…the last episode .. the finale… of this 5 part Wood Fired Oven Masterclass Series where I sit down in the United Kingdom and talk to David Jones from the Manna from Devon Cooking school. If you haven’t listened to the previous episodes in this series - I highly suggest you start with these first.Manna from Devon specialise in teaching wood fired oven cooking techniques to folks from all around the world.In Part 5 of this Masterclass series, its live cook time….I love a live cook...2023-04-3033 min

Wood Fired OvenMasterclass Part 4 - Thermocouples, heat assessments, cooking tools and a live tour of the outdoor kitchen with David Jones from the Manna From Devon Wood Fired Oven Cooking School.Send us a Text Message.Welcome to part 4 of this 5 part Wood Fired Oven Masterclass Series where I sit down in the United Kingdom and talk to David Jones from the Manna from Devon Cooking school. If you haven’t listened to the previous episodes in this series - I suggest you start with these first.Manna from Devon specialise in teaching wood fired oven cooking techniques to folks from all around the world.In Part 4 of this Masterclass series, we pick up where we left off last episode and discuss Bushman Wood Fi...2023-04-1626 min

Wood Fired OvenMasterclass Part 3 - Tarte Tatan, lahmacun, lamb kleftiko, rabbit stew with apricots, fish and a live kitchen tour with David Jones from the Manna From Devon Wood Fired Oven Cooking School.Send us a Text Message.Welcome to part 3 of this 5 part Wood Fired Oven Masterclass Series where I sit down in the United Kingdom and talk to David Jones from the Manna from Devon Cooking school. If you haven’t listened to the previous episodes in this series - I suggest you start with these first.Manna from Devon specialize in teaching wood fired oven cooking techniques to folks from all around the world.In Part 3 of this Masterclass series, we pick up where we left off last episode and discuss baking the pe...2023-04-0237 min

Wood Fired OvenMasterclass Part 2 - Steaks, pizza, crispy chicken, porchetta and smoking foods with David Jones from the Manna From Devon Wood Fired Oven Cooking School.Send us a Text Message.Welcome to part 2 of this 5 part Wood Fired Oven Masterclass Series where I sit down in the United Kingdom and talk to David Jones from the Manna from Devon Cooking school. If you haven’t listened to the first episode in this series - I suggest you start with that one first.Manna from Devon specialize in teaching wood fired oven cooking techniques to folks from all around the world.In Part 2 of this Masterclass series, we pick up where we left off last episode and discuss cooking pi...2023-03-1947 min

Wood Fired OvenMasterclass Part 1 - Introducing David Jones from the Manna From Devon Wood Fired Oven Cooking School.Send us a Text Message.Welcome to part 1 of this 5 part Wood Fired Oven Masterclass Series where I sit down in the United Kingdom and talk to David Jones from the Manna from Devon Cooking school. They specialize in teaching wood fired oven cooking techniques to folks from all around the world.In Part 1 of this Masterclass series, I talk to David about his intriguing background and what drove him to start the Manna from Devon cooking school with Holly in Devon in the UK. We chat about his Wood Fired Ovens and types of...2023-03-1243 min

Wood Fired OvenThe Fire Brick Company Factory Tour with Ben Guilford – Part 2Send us a Text Message.I am back at the Fire Brick Company in Melbourne, Australia for Part 2 of this amazing factory tour. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, take a listen to that episode first, before you get into this one!The Fire Brick Company manufactures some of the best Wood Fired Ovens on the planet. I even have their D105 brick oven in my backyard! Ben Guilford was kind enough to give me the full in-depth tour. We had a lot of fun - as you will soon discover. Take a lis...2023-03-031h 24

Wood Fired OvenFireside chat with Julie Riding from the United Kingdom.Send us a Text Message.In this episode, I travel to the United Kingdom to interview a fabulous wood fired oven home cook. I spent an afternoon with Julie chatting about her passion for people, food and her gorgeous wood fired oven. So nice to drink wine, eat fire food, hear some great stories and get to know wonderful new friends. This episode will inspire you to get out in front of your wood fired oven and try something new this weekend. Check out Julie on Instagram @me_jooles Support the Sho...2022-12-111h 18

Wood Fired OvenHadrian's Wall - Live Walk. Searching for an Ancient Roman Wood Fired Oven.Send us a Text Message.Join me for a live walk along the ancient Hadrian's Wall in the United Kingdom, as I go searching for a 2000 year old ancient wood fired oven inside Housesteads Roman Fort. Take a listen to the gorgeous ambience of the UK countryside and get a sense of what life was like for young roman soldiers, eating freshly baked bread from these ovens on the very edge of the north west frontier of the Roman Empire.A special thanks to English Heritage for giving me permission to bring my recording equipment...2022-11-0639 min

Wood Fired OvenFireside Chat with Vanessa NiñoSend us a Text Message.Join me as I sit down and have a chat with Vanessa Niño - a Colombian wood fired oven home cook. You will get inspired by some amazing Colombian and Brazilian foods as we talk about her journey from Bogotá to Maryland in the USA. Vanessa is passionate about her family and heritage and loves to cook in her gorgeous wood fired oven and her Brazilian wood fired grill. Her enthusiasm with cooking with fire is contagious - so if you love to cook outdoors with fire, take a list...2022-10-071h 07

Wood Fired OvenLive Cook - Wood Fired Oven Slow cooked Beef Rendang in the Pouring Rain!Send us a Text Message.This week, I am cooking a gorgeous slow cooked Beef Rendang in the pouring rain! Brisbane, Australia has seen some astonishing wet weather during this so called 'dry season'. This weekend, I try to get out and cook in the wood fired oven in between the showers and thunder!An authentic Rendang from Indonesia will usually take between 6-8 hours. That's pretty low and slow. The final result is a very dark, rich and delight comfort food - steeped in tradition. Perfect for this rainy, cold and miserable weekend. 2022-09-2518 min

Wood Fired OvenThe Fire Brick Company Factory Tour with Ben Guilford – Part 1Send us a Text Message.Join me as I go exploring the multiple factories at The Firebrick Company in Australia. They manufacture some of the best Wood Fired Ovens on the planet. I even have their D105 brick oven in my backyard! Ben Guilford was kind enough to give me the full in-depth tour. We had a lot of fun - as you will soon discover. Take a listen to one of the most knowledgeable guys in the industry. This is part 1 of a 2 part mini series. This episode is also a masterclass...2022-09-111h 33

Wood Fired OvenFire side chat with Chris VozzoSend us a Text Message.Join me as I have a fire side chat with one of Instagrams most prolific Wood Fired Oven home cooks. I recently had the privilege to go and meet Chis Vozzo and his lovely family in southern Queensland, Australia. Following a devastating accident in 2013, Chris talks about his recovery and why cooking so often in his Wood Fired Oven helps him heal and move forward with his life. We chat about his family heritage, his wood fired oven location and planning considerations as well as examining some of his most popular cooks w...2022-08-281h 25

Wood Fired OvenOur Cooking With Fire Book Recommendations - A Crowd Sourced Episode.Send us a Text Message.What better way to start my day, than sipping some gorgeous coffee at a cafe, flicking through a stack of amazing cooking with fire books on the small table in front of me. Listening to some of your incredible recommendations on books that have inspired, educated and motivated you to cook or bake something incredible.This is a true crowd sourced episode. Thanks to those lovely listeners who took the time to send me a short audio book recommendation recently. I love episodes like this - where I can use...2022-08-1436 min

Wood Fired OvenMasterclass Interview - Ben Guilford from The Fire Brick Company.Send us a Text Message.Join me as Season 2 of the Wood Fired Oven podcast kicks off with this amazing chat with Ben Guilford, founder of The Fire Brick Company in Australia. I flew to Melbourne and chatted to Ben in person for this incredible deep dive into his amazing wood fired oven manufacturing business. If you are curious about how these wood fired ovens are designed and work - take a listen to this episode.Check out The Fire Brick Company websiteCheck out The Fire Brick Company YouTube channelFollow Ben...2022-07-312h 40

Wood Fired OvenWelcome to Season 2 of the Wood Fired Oven podcast!Send us a Text Message.Season 2 has arrived! With just days to go before the first major episode of Season 2 - it is so good to be back.Take a quick listen to see what's in store for the show over the next few months.Support the Show.Become a Supporter of the showPlease consider supporting the Wood Fired Oven Podcast. I am very grateful to all those who support the show. Every little bit helps to cover costs. Support the show here.Leave...2022-07-2702 min

Wood Fired OvenSeason Two - Sneak Listen!Send us a Text Message.With Season 2 of the Wood Fired Oven podcast right around the corner, I thought I would share with you a few audio excerpts from a couple of amazing interviews I have had lately for season 2. Join me as I chat with Ben Guilford, from The Fire Brick Company in Australia, and Chris Vozzo - a Wood Fired Oven home cook expert in sunny Queensland.Season 2 launches on 1 August 2022 - it's a huge season taking me up to Europe soon too for some pretty special episodes. Support the Show.2022-06-2009 min

Wood Fired OvenThat’s a wrap! It’s the end of Season 1. What’s next for the Wood Fired Oven Podcast?Send us a Text Message.It’s a wrap! Thanks for supporting the Wood Fired Oven Podcast during 2021. Join me as I wrap up an incredible first season of the show.I wish you all the very best for this very special season. Stay safe, have fun, and enjoy some wonderful time with your family.Catch all you lovely folk for Season 2 early 2022.Support the Show.Become a Supporter of the showPlease consider supporting the Wood Fired Oven Podcast. I am very grateful to all th...2021-12-1907 min

Wood Fired OvenMasterclass Interview - Clive, The Wood Fired Oven Chef from YouTube sits down with me for an in-depth chat about Wood Fired Oven Cooking.Send us a Text Message.Join me as I chat to Clive, The Wood Fired Oven Chef from YouTube, about his love for fire, food and most importantly family. Over the past 3-4 years, Clive has inspired, educated and motivated countless wood fired oven enthusiasts around the world, with his superbly produced wood fired oven videos on YouTube. Like many, I eagerly await the next episode instalment, which almost always leads me to try new and exciting dishes in my wood fired oven. Getting to know Clive personally over the past mon...2021-12-122h 07