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Daily Mirror
14 hours ago
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- Daily Mirror
5 Ninja Woodfire features that I can't live without
The Ninja Woodfire is a versatile electric BBQ and grill for your garden – and it's loaded with features. Brits are rushing to buy the Ninja Woodfire as the summer sun has appeared and everyone wants to live their best garden life. I've been using the Ninja Woodfire BBQ for the last few months, and it's loaded with useful features. The Ninja brand will be familiar because of its innovative air fryers, combi cookers and ice cream makers. The Woodfire family has a couple of models – there's the Woodfire Outdoor Oven (which is basically a pizza oven) and there's the BBQ Grill & Smoker, which is what we have here. Now is a good time to buy too, because there's a £70 discount from Ninja direct as well as a £70 discount on Amazon so you can get this pioneering outdoor cooker for £229 at the moment. When it comes to alternatives, there isn't currently another brand which offers the same type of woodsmoked cooking on the go, however, this Tower Portable Barrel Grill could be an option for simple BBQs. These are the top five features of the Ninja Woodfire BBQ Grill & Smoker that really help it stand out and will help you get tasty food time and time again. 1. The woodsmoke system Using electric rather than gas or charcoal, the first thing to know about is where the Woodfire name comes from. That's thanks to a system that ignites wood pellets that you put in a hopper on the side of the lid. When you select the Woodfire mode, it will ignite these wood pellets, drawing the smoke into the lid with the internal fan. The flavoured smoke is then circulated, bringing that smoky flavour to your food. It's not just the food that benefits – because the smell when cooking is amazing too. Using wood smoke makes this a little more exciting than a normal electric BBQ and it's so easy. Other electric BBQs can use wood chips, but you have to put them inside the grill, meaning you lose cooking space – not so with the Ninja Woodfire. The Woodfires with sample wood chips to try, but then you can buy more once you've decided which you prefer. 2. The interchangeable grills Rather than a grate like a traditional BBQ, the Ninja Woodfire has a grill plate. This is a griddle, so has raised bars for those sear marks on your food, with a drain hole at the back. This means that excess fat can drain away, so your food isn't swimming in grease. The entire tray is removable, so it's easy to wash, but it's not dishwasher safe, unlike some rivals like the Weber Lumin, because of the non-stick coating. I have been able to wash the grill easily, avoiding harsh scourers, and the non-stick coating still works – but some shoppers have found the non-stick coating coming off. You can swap the griddle for a flat plate, meaning you can cook smash burgers, pancakes or eggs with ease. That's one of the things I really like about the Ninja Woodfire – it's really versatile. It also comes with a crisper tray, so you can use it to cook chips or other loose vegetables. If there's a downside to the Ninja Woodfire, it's the size of the grill. It just about feeds a family of four using it, but if you're planning a BBQ in your garden, then you can only cook about 16 sausages at a time, so for a large gathering, you might need something bigger. 3. Controls and cooking modes The controls of the Ninja Woodfire offer precision and control, and just like Ninja's other appliances, it's easy to set it to cook in a multitude of ways. The Ninja Woodfire offers grilling, smoking, air frying, roasting, baking, dehydrating and reheating. You can select the exact temperature you want to cook it, whether you want smoke or not and the duration of the cook and set all these options on the controls. Then you press 'start' and it's off, preheating the grill, firing up the smoke system and getting ready. It takes the guesswork out of BBQ cooking. There's an instruction manual and recipe book that comes with the Ninja, so you can find out exactly how long everything should take. If you want even more control, the Woodfire Pro XL and the Woodfire Pro Connect XL models have a temperature probe so you can cook more precisely, which is great for making sure that you don't overcook meats. If you don't have a Pro model, I've also used the Meater Plus to check the internal temperature when BBQing – and having a separate probe means you can use it when oven cooking indoors too, another downside to the standard model. 4. It's great for family meals My gas BBQ was huge. Firing it up to cook a couple of sausages was always a little excessive, so the size of the Ninja Woodfire is an advantage. Because it's smaller, it preheats quickly, and if you're only cooking for a family of four, it has all the size that you need. The Woodfire comes in a couple of sizes, so there's an XL model that's larger if you want to feed more people or want to cook larger joints of meat or perhaps whole fish. It's 30% larger than regular Ninja Woodfire, but costs more too. I prefer the smaller model because it's just the right size. I can BBQ chicken legs and thighs with corn on the cob for four people with no problem and it's large enough for a smaller whole chicken too, but it's definitely worth considering how many people you regularly cook for. Any unlike a BBQ that uses open flame, I don't worry about leaving it unattended as there's no naked flame and no risk of a flare up. 5. It's so portable Portability takes the Ninja Woodfire into a new dimension. It's small enough to pack into your car or camper van for a camping trip or if you want to take it to a friend to expand their outdoor cooking options on BBQ night - as long as you can plug it in. There are big carry handles on the side, so you can move it around easily, so storage is easy, while it also has an IPX4 waterproof rating. It's not designed to live outside long term, but if you leave it out one night and it gets a bit damp, it doesn't matter. You can buy the Ninja Woodfire with a stand and a cover. I haven't tried these and have used it on a garden table when cooking (it's clean when cooking, so the table doesn't get dirty) but a stand would benefit those who want to use it like a normal BBQ.
Wales Online
08-05-2025
- Business
- Wales Online
Debenhams' large BBQ that's perfect for parties has price slashed by a third
Debenhams' large BBQ that's perfect for parties has price slashed by a third The Gas BBQ Grill 4-in-1 Barbecue is on sale right now - with £98 off Debenhams has reintroduced its Blue Cross Event sale in time for the warmer months, delivering a raft of deals on outdoor living essentials like patio furniture sets and barbecue gear. Among the bargains is the Outsunny barbecue, slashed by nearly £100 due to high demand following glowing customer reviews. Currently discounted to £195.99 from an original price of £293.99 - a saving of £98 - the Gas barbecue Grill 4-in-1 Barbecue boasts four stainless steel burners alongside a convenient side burner. Its design, with a barrel-shaped lid, is aimed at flavor retention, while an added side cupboard offers useful storage for grilling tools. This BBQ's large size makes it perfect for entertaining sizable parties. A happy buyer praised the product, saying, "used it for a big party for 40 plus guests and it was amazing.". The inclusion of wheels facilitates mobility, making it simple to maneuver for events or storage during off-season. For those favouring darker tones, the Outsunny barbecue also comes in black at an even lower sale price of £180.99, reduced from £271.99. Elsewhere, Ninja has taken £50 off its Woodfire outdoor multicooker, reports Chronicle Live. This electric barbecue grill and smoker provides seven distinct cooking functions without the need for charcoal, gas, or open flames, now priced at £249.99 from the earlier £299.99. In addition, Argos presents the Weber Bar-B-Kettle, competitively priced at £120. Crafted with a porcelain-enamelled bowl and lid, this coal grill maintains a consistent temperature for evenly cooked meals. For the latest restaurant news and reviews, sign up to our food and drink newsletter here Debenhams' Gas barbecue Grill 4-in-1 Barbecue is basking in glowing reviews, flaunting an overall five-star customer satisfaction rating. With 31 reviews posted, a whopping 25 are five-star, and five are four-star, showcasing the high regard customers hold for this grill. Satisfied purchasers have shared their experiences, with one stating: "Brilliant barbecue." Praising its ease of assembly, another buyer mentioned: "Not sure what other reviews are on about when they say it's difficult to assemble and took hours, was up and running in just under an hour. Very sturdy and works like a charm! Even added some hooks on for utensils." Another review highlighted the BBQ's quality: "This is a great BBQ-we use it all the time! It's a bit complex to put together, but once it's up, it's lovely and sturdy. It's easy to clean as well." Meanwhile, certain reviews did mention some challenges, with a third buyer noting: "Some of the places you need to do the screws are in such awkward places you struggle getting to." This sentiment was echoed by another shopper who faced similar difficulties: "Extremely good value but a nightmare to assemble, husband almost lost his mind." Despite these assembly woes for a few, the BBQ's performance in social settings has been praised, with a fifth customer boasting: "Ideal BBQ, used for a big party for 40 plus guests and it was amazing." Another shared: "I researched for a gas barbecue for several weeks, generally going by reviews left by various purchasers of numerous BBQS, and so I settled on this Outsunny gas barbecue. I received a first-time purchase discount on top of the reduction already applied to the item, so a good deal was made and gratefully taken." Article continues below They continued: "Thank you very much. I ordered on Saturday, delivered before midday Monday -fantastic service, well done. Would I recommend this company? You bet I will. One happy customer here people, indeed."
Wales Online
07-05-2025
- Wales Online
Ninja's electric BBQ that cooks in 15 minutes has £50 off in sale
Ninja's electric BBQ that cooks in 15 minutes has £50 off in sale The Ninja Woodfire Electric BBQ Grill and Smoker is a versatile outdoor cooking gadget that's perfect for summer barbecues The Ninja Woodfire doubles as a smoker using wood pellets (Image: Chris Hall ) Barbecue season is synonymous with smoky flavours, summer gatherings, and al fresco dining. However, the struggle to ignite the charcoal can sometimes make it feel like a chore. Well-known kitchen-tech brand Ninja, renowned for its air fryers, also produces a variety of outdoor cooking appliances, including an electric barbecue. Ninja's Woodfire Electric barbecue Grill and Smoker is marketed as an electric barbecue grill and smoker with a wide range of cooking functions. This garden gadget carries a hefty £299.99 price tag. Nonetheless, a current £50 discount from Ninja brings it down to a slightly more affordable £249.99. The device is operated via the dial and buttons on the front, making it simple to preheat and cook foods to precise specifications. Chris Hall, a writer, reviewed the Woodfire Electric barbecue Grill and Smoker for Chronicle Live, and he was "blown away by the experience". Chris added: "Unlike traditional charcoal BBQs, lighting the Woodfire is a breeze, meaning you'll be ready to cook in roughly 15 minutes. The smart feature – and the one that gives the Woodfire its name – is a hopper on the side of the lid where you can add flavoured wood pellets. Ninja's Woodfire Electric BBQ Grill & Smoker is "a game changer" (Image: Chris Hall ) "These will ignite and burn, with the smoke being drawn into the Ninja and circulated with your food. This adds a great aroma, it adds flavour, and it adds a little excitement to your outdoor cooking. Yes, it's not like a charcoal BBQ, but it's closer than a normal electric barbecue." Chris points out that the gadget's size could be an issue, stating: "If there's a downside to the Ninja Woodfire, it's the size of the grill. You'll just about feed a family of four using it, but if you're planning a barbecue in your garden, then you can only cook about 16 sausages at a time, so for a large gathering, you might need something bigger." There are other options for outdoor cooking devices on the market. For instance, this Weber Bar-B-Kettle is available for the mid-range price of £120 at Argos. The coal-based grill features a porcelain-enamelled bowl, and the lid retains heat for consistent and even cooking. Meanwhile, this Electric barbecue (£200) is new-in at B&Q. It's designed with instant ignition for quick start-up and precise temperature control to take the guessing work out of cooking times. For the latest restaurant news and reviews, sign up to our food and drink newsletter here The Ninja Woodfire is a culinary game-changer with its dual heating elements, one at the bottom and another on the lid, allowing it to cook from both sides. It boasts a fan in the lid that not only circulates heat like an air fryer but also infuses food with a smoky barbecue flavour. The device features a griddle plate at its base, perfect for searing steaks or burgers without open flames. Chris said: "There's a model with a stand, but I've just been using it on my garden table), so getting started takes no time at all." It arrives mostly assembled and includes a recipe book that guides cooks through various settings for different foods, including ribs, wings, and veggies, and explains how to utilise the Woodfire's multiple functions. For those who love smoked dishes, the Ninja Woodfire doubles as a smoker using wood pellets, with two packets provided complimentary. It's versatile enough to roast a whole chicken, bake, dehydrate, or reheat meals. Conveniently powered by an external plug socket, it eliminates the need for gas or charcoal and is designed to create minimal mess. Article continues below Cleaning the Ninja Woodfire is straightforward, as the cooking plate can be detached, although it requires hand washing since it's not suitable for the dishwasher.
Daily Record
07-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
'I tried the Ninja Woodfire and it's a total game changer for BBQs'
The outdoor electric Ninja oven will change the way I BBQ from now on. With temperatures warming up, many are gearing up for BBQ season. Summer is the perfect time of the year to start enjoying outdoor life and what better way to do that than eating meals in the garden. Householders will have taken the time over the spring to clean and decorate their gardens for upcoming summer fun with friends and family. However, one thing that should be on top of your summer list is a BBQ. Ensuring you have the right equipment to cook for your guests will elevate your parties. When we think of a barbecue, we think of the smoky flavours and charcoaled meat, but with that comes a bit of a mess. It can sometimes feel like a chore to stand for hours making sure your charcoal is at the right temperature before adding your meat, only for you to turn your back for a split-second and realise you have burnt the burgers. It's a faff that some people might not think is worth it. So, what if there is a way of still having what feels like an authentic BBQ, with the fuss? Ninja is known for being king of the air fryers for your kitchen, but it's outdoor cooking equipment is less well known. Reporter Chris Hall recently tested the Ninja Woodfire, which describes itself as an 'electric BBQ grill and smoker', to see if it was any good. Chris said he was 'blown away by the experience' and believes the garden appliance is worth the price tag. The Ninja Woodfire usually retails for £299.99, but there's currently a £50 discount from Ninja that makes it more attractive – and cheaper than it's retailing on Amazon. If you are after a more traditional barbecue, the Weber compact kettle charcoal grill is currently £87 on Amazon, down from £114.99. The retail giant also has the CosmoGrill Outdoor XL Smoker Barbecue for £159.99, which offers extra cooking space. Writing about his experience for Chronicle Live. Chris said: "The Ninja Woodfire is a versatile device, offering a wide range of cooking functions. These are controlled by the dial and buttons on the front, so it's really easy to preheat and cook exactly to your specifications. "Unlike a charcoal barbecue, like the traditional Weber you could buy from Amazon, lighting it is no hassle at all, so you'll be ready to cook in about 15 minutes. The clever part – and the bit that gives the Woodfire its name – is that there's a hopper on the side of the lid where you can add flavoured wood pellets. "These will ignite and burn, with the smoke being drawn into the Ninja and circulated with your food. That adds a great aroma, it adds flavour and it adds a little excitement to your outdoor cooking. "Yes, it's not like a charcoal BBQ, but it's closer than a normal electric BBQ like this plug-in model from B&Q." Explaining how the Ninja Woodfire works, Chris said: "There's a heating element in the bottom and one to the top of the lid, so it can cook from both sides. There's a fan in the lid to circulate the heat like an air fryer and that also circulates the smoke for that BBQ flavour. "The base of the Ninja Woodfire has a griddle plate for cooking on, meaning your steaks or burgers will be seared like they are on a BBQ, but there's no open flames, you're not going to have a grease fire – in fact, excess fats drain off into a tray underneath." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Chris said the Woodfire comes "mostly assembled" so "getting started takes no time at all". While there is a model that includes a stand, Chris revealed that he has just been using it on his garden table. And "best of all", according to Chris, the Ninja gadget comes with a recipe book "that's not only filled with great ideas to feed the family, but it also tells you what settings to use for a full range of foods – ribs, wings, veggies – as well as telling you how to use the Woodfire's other functions." Chris continued: "Because it's versatile, you can use it as a smoker, using those wood pellets (you get two packets free) to flavour your food with a long and low temperature cook, while you can also roast a whole chicken (it's big enough), bake, dehydrate or reheat your food. "All you need is an external plug socket – no gas, no charcoal – and there's very little mess. The cooking plate comes out for easy cleaning, but it's not dishwasher safe, so you'll have to do it by hand. "If there's a downside to the Ninja Woodfire, it's the size of the grill. You'll just about feed a family of four using it, but if you're planning a BBQ in your garden, then you can only cook about 16 sausages at a time, so for a large gathering, you might need something bigger." The Ninja Woodfire is sure to be popular this summer, so shoppers can snap it while there's £50 off the price.
North Wales Live
03-05-2025
- North Wales Live
'I tested the reduced price Ninja Woodfire and it's a BBQ game changer'
BBQ season is synonymous with smoky flavours, summer enjoyment and outdoor living. But the struggle to light the charcoal and the ensuing mess can make it feel like a bit of a hassle. But what if there was an alternative? While Ninja is renowned for its indoor air fryers, its outdoor cookers are less well-known. I put the Ninja Woodfire to the test, which bills itself as an "electric barbecue grill and smoker", to see how it performed. In short, I was thoroughly impressed by the experience. Although this garden gadget comes with a hefty £299.99 price tag, a current £50 discount from Ninja makes it more appealing – and even cheaper than Amazon - if you sign up for extra 10% off as a new shoppper. The Ninja Woodfire is a versatile piece of kit, offering a broad range of cooking functions. These are easily controlled by the dial and buttons on the front, making it simple to preheat and cook exactly to your liking, reports Chronicle Live. Unlike traditional charcoal BBQs, such as those you might pick up from Argos here, lighting the Woodfire is a breeze, meaning you'll be ready to cook in around 15 minutes. The smart feature – and the one that gives the Woodfire its name – is a hopper on the side of the lid where you can add flavoured wood pellets. These will ignite and burn, with the smoke being drawn into the Ninja and circulated with your food. This adds a fantastic aroma, enhances flavour, and brings a bit of excitement to your outdoor cooking. Granted, it's not quite like a charcoal BBQ, but it's closer than a typical electric barbecue like this plug-in model from BandQ. Let me break down what happens inside the Ninja Woodfire. There's a heating element at the bottom and one at the top of the lid, allowing it to cook from both sides. A fan in the lid circulates the heat like an air fryer, and also disperses the smoke for that barbecue flavour. The base of the Ninja Woodfire features a griddle plate for cooking, ensuring your steaks or burgers are seared as if they were on a barbecue. However, there are no open flames, so you won't have to worry about a grease fire – any excess fats simply drain off into a tray underneath. The Ninja Woodfire arrives mostly assembled (there's a version with a stand, but I've been using it on my garden table), so you can get started in no time. Best of all, the Woodfire comes with a recipe book that's not only packed with brilliant ideas to feed the family, but it also provides guidance on what settings to use for a wide variety of foods – ribs, wings, veggies – as well as instructions on how to utilise the Woodfire's other functions. The Ninja Woodfire is a versatile cooking tool, allowing you to use it as a smoker with wood pellets (two packets are included for free) for a long and low temperature cook. It's also capable of roasting a whole chicken, baking, dehydrating or reheating your food. All that's required is an external plug socket – there's no need for gas or charcoal – and it creates very little mess. The cooking plate can be removed for easy cleaning, although it's not dishwasher safe, so hand washing is necessary. One potential drawback of the Ninja Woodfire is the size of the grill. It's just about sufficient to feed a family of four, but if you're planning a barbecue in your garden, you'll only be able to cook around 16 sausages at a time. For larger gatherings, a bigger grill might be necessary.
