In this guide, we'll show you exactly how we make our Pit and Platter signature milk buns, explain the science behind every stage, and share a few tricks we've picked up along the way. Whether you're cooking for family, friends, or simply chasing the ultimate homemade burger, these buns are guaranteed to take your barbecue game to the next level.

There's something special about a great smash burger. It's not piled high with dozens of toppings or hidden beneath a mountain of sauce. Instead, it's beautifully simple: crisp, deeply caramelised beef, melted cheese, a soft toasted bun and just enough garnish to complement the flavour rather than overpower it. Yet despite its simplicity, making the perfect smash burger is surprisingly technical. Every decision—from the cut of beef you choose to the temperature of your cooking surface—affects...

In this series, we’re breaking down the real science behind professional BBQ catering smoking techniques — from choosing the best wood for smoking meat to understanding how the smoke ring forms.