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Smoke Meets Soil: The Philosophy Behind This Platform

Why fire cooking and kitchen gardening belong together — the philosophy, the flavour logic, and the life this platform is trying to help you build.

1 January 2026

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Heat zones, smoke timing, and what every cook needs to know before the first burn.

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What to pick, what to sow, and the best plants of this month for the grill.

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