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Grill Of Choice For All Ireland BBQ Championship

We are delighted to be teaming up with Butchery Excellence International for this years All Ireland BBQ Championships! Trailblazer BBQ will be the grill of choice once again throughout this years competition after impressing the judges throughout both the 2017 & 2018 championships. After the 2017 competition, our Trailblazer 600s Grillmaster was labelled as "Simply the best piece of kit that I have used in a professional judging arena." by Sean Owens, as he also believed, "the amazing high standard and creative products that we experienced throughout this important competition lend themselves to Trailblazer BBQ!" This years competition will take place at Aughnacloy throughout the 13th & 14th of June 2019. The competition is open to all butchers across Ireland, bringing them head to head as they battle it out across 11 meaty classes, giving them the [...]

2021-08-17T16:04:00+01:00June 5th, 2019|Featured, Trailblazer BBQ News|

Down ‘The Hatch’ as Another Trailblazer Owner Celebrates Huge Success! 

We would like to wish the best  of luck to proud Trailblazer BBQ owners and accomplished, award winning artisan street food guys, The Hatch! These guys have had one heck of a year. From being crowned The Best Burger in Ulster, Highly commended winners of Street Food of the Year and finalists in the Food & Wedding Awards. After conquering Ulster’s Best Burger, they are now on the hot pursuit for even bigger things. Next on the award radar is ‘The Best Burger in Ireland’ as they will be ‘burgering’ it out this year with some of the top players in hopes for that gold-plated trophy! The Hatch and their talented chefs focus on cooking locally sourced produce on their Trailblazer BBQ and from what we hear, love smoking [...]

2021-08-10T11:22:51+01:00February 4th, 2019|Customers, Featured, Trailblazer BBQ News|

4 Reasons Why You Need A Trailblazer BBQ In 2019!

Trailblazer has proven to be a huge hit throughout many different industries and sectors. Trailblazer BBQ will prove to become a huge asset to your catering business, allowing you to enjoy many benefits, both financially and quality of life. Here are just four key reasons as to why your business needs a Trailblazer BBQ in 2019! Profitability “If everything I bought paid me as well as my Trailblazer BBQ/Grill I would be a millionaire! There’s not a day when we don’t get a customer compliment from the machine.” Pat Brady – The Kitchen Letterkenny Extend your outdoor catering season to all year round, stand out from competition and reach cooking capabilities of up to 1,200BPH! (burgers per hour) Quality of Life Earn more and work less with Trailblazer! Run [...]

2021-08-10T11:23:10+01:00January 16th, 2019|Featured, Trailblazer BBQ News|

How to Profit in The Food Truck & Street Food Sector

As street food trends continue to peak throughout the UK, research shows that foodies are now prepared to put their money where their mouth is (literally) in order to feed their growing desire for artisan foods. It's no surprise to see a promising growth in mobile catering and food truck start ups! Although this industry offers affordable entry, flexibility and mobility, many mobile traders go out of business within the first year due to a lack of planning, research and dedication. Trailblazer BBQ have highlighted some do’s and don'ts to take into consideration when starting a food truck or mobile catering business to help ensure you reach success. There are many reasons why mobile catering is such an appealing industry to enter for entrepreneurs. Firstly, who doesn’t [...]

2023-01-25T18:00:45+00:00January 5th, 2019|Featured, Street Food Tips|

Taking Your Trailblazer To New Heights!

Stand above the competition at your next event with Trailblazers latest eye-catching innovation.... The All New - Trailblazer Overhead, Removable Sign Trailblazers latest innovative accessory - The Removable, Overhead Sign. (Available for 600 & 1200 models) This detachable, retrofit accessory is now available for ALL 600s and 1200 models. Standing a whopping 3m off the ground, this striking accessory will ensure you draw attention from the crowds! Simply remove the sign, fold the frame and re-attach to the fixings for safe and easy transportation. This accessory has been designed in a way to allow easy retrofit installation to your existing machine or factory fitted with any new orders. Whether you opt for your own branded sign or Trailblazers generic one, turn your iconic Trailblazer BBQ into [...]

2019-07-31T13:34:32+01:00December 11th, 2018|Featured, Trailblazer BBQ News|

The Ultimate Luxurious Home Charcoal BBQ

The first large, commercial quality charcoal bbq with adjustable cooking heights for the home BBQ enthusiast. Our 'prosumer' charcoal bbq is built to the very highest standard. Boasting a stainless steel interior with a fully galvanised then powder coated exterior body, giving years of hassle free grilling! Introducing the all new and exciting Alfresco 120 by Trailblazer BBQ Check out our Youtube channel for more videos on Trailblazer BBQ The Alfresco 120 offers the ability to instantly control cooking temperatures and grill heights. Giving the very best choice of cooking, varying from extreme searing heat to low temperature grilling in an instant. Like all of the Trailblazer range, the Alfresco 120 thrives in all-weather conditions. No more keeping your BBQ in a sheltered corner [...]

2020-07-18T13:35:02+01:00September 24th, 2018|Featured, Trailblazer BBQ News|

Emerging Street Food Trends 2018/19

Renowned for being in the forefront of food innovation. Street food trends and their popularity has undoubtedly exploded throughout the UK in recent years. What was once seen as a temporary, festival styled catering solution that usually died out after a couple of weeks has now completely transformed the way we eat and socialise. Landowners and councils now realise street food is a relatively cheap and easy way to revive and lift derelict areas. It’s therefore no surprise that street side catering is now recognised as a promising career choice. Many top cooks are now being brought up on the streets! Your menu is often your most valued asset. After all it’s your love and passion for food that's likely driven you towards the commercial catering and street food [...]

2019-09-16T17:40:19+01:00September 4th, 2018|Featured, Trailblazer BBQ News|

Street food branding & mobile catering marketing tips

In 2019, the UK street food industry has taken over the food sector and is now valued at £1.2bn and continues to provide many profiting opportunities for ambitious, hard working street food traders. However, in order to Trailblaze your way to success you must stand out from the competition, expose your brand and offerings to a wide range of potential customers. Are you successfully marketing your food truck business online? Of course it's no secret that great tasting food served with a friendly smile is a vital factor for success in the food truck & catering industry. However, if no one knows where, when or what you are selling then what's the point? According to 'The Food People' people searching the internet for good food using their mobile or tablet have [...]

2020-04-08T15:27:10+01:00August 20th, 2018|Featured, Street Food Tips|

Location Catering and Event Targeting with Trailblazer BBQ

Interested in starting an outside catering business or toying with the idea of adding a mobile catering division or even moving away from your static business and going mobile? With over 2.6bn people consuming street food daily, a 2.3% increase in quick service food stations and food purchases topping consumer spend throughout UK festivals at 35% it's no shock to see the outside mobile catering industry grow in popularity and consumer demand. However before you jump the gun and start profiting on this rewarding industry, ask yourself... 'Where am I going to cater?' Location, Location, Location  Location catering & event targeting is an important aspect within your planning stages. It’s vital to get your positioning right for viability, visibility, footfall and the right customer. So whether you’re an experienced mobile caterer [...]

2018-11-19T16:57:33+00:00June 13th, 2018|Featured, Street Food Tips|

Further Afield with Trailblazer BBQ… Now You Can!

It's no secret that we pride ourselves on the mobility of the Trailblazer range, giving individuals the ability to cater anywhere at anytime. Hence the Trailblazer slogan; Just Hook It 'N' Cook It! As many Trailblazer owners find themselves travelling far and wide with their Trailblazer BBQ we have now taken things one step further... ...introducing the Trailblazer Shipping Module! Ship your Trailblazer around the country, from event to event or even further afield with reassurance that your pride & joy will arrive at its destination without any hassle or damage! Eliminate any long haul transportation damages, enjoy hassle free shipping, benefit from additional storage and keep your Trailblazer enclosed and sheltered through periods of inactivity. The Trailblazer Shipping Module offers surround protection and shelter of your Trailblazer BBQ. Simply drop the hinged walls. Reverse/push your Trailblazer up the ramp, along [...]

2018-05-31T11:05:16+01:00April 23rd, 2018|Featured, Trailblazer BBQ News|

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