Take outdoor cooking to the next level with the BBQ Companion , the must-have compendium of recipes by acclaimed Australian chef, TV presenter and barbecue expert, Ben O'Donoghue. With more than 180 diverse and contemporary recipes on and off the barbecue, this book is the ultimate guide for anyone who loves to cook and entertain outdoors, no matter what the occasion or equipment.

Be inspired by the exciting world of barbecued food with recipes that cover everything from juicy Mexican suckling pig, delicious Singapore chilli crab or Pancetta kebabs to succulent vegetarian dishes for outdoor dining like Artichokes with lemon, honey, thyme and almond or Grilled Haloumi with lemon and mint – you'll have your friends talking about your barbecue for years.

Whether your pride and joy is a simple wire rack over an open fire, an everyday kettle barbecue or a BBQ with all the bells and whistles, the recipes in this book can be cooked on any equipment. In BBQ Companion you'll also find recipes for rubs and marinades, breads, salads and vegetables along with the best drinks and desserts to accompany your meal – everything you'll ever need to make your barbecues the best in the neighbourhood.

About the Author

Chef, restaurateur and television personality Ben O'Donoghue has worked at some of the UK's most notable restaurants, including the River Cafe with Jamie Oliver. He co-presented four seasons of Surfing the Menu with fellow Aussie Curtis Stone and New Zealander Mark Gardner and has also hosted his own TV shows in Australia. He has written a number of cookbooks and is a regular contributor to food magazines. Ben lives with his wife and children in Brisbane, where he has his restaurant, Billy Kart Kitchen.