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BBQs Direct

BBQs Direct is your BBQ HQ, where quality meets expertise. Before BBQs, we were heating specialists… and we still are. Join the 'que!
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From outdoor cooking to indoor comfort, we help New Zealand homes live warmer, cook better, and choose smarter. Anyone can become a grill master after a visit to BBQs Direct - in store or online. We are your BBQ HQ, where grilling and smoking season never ends

Recreational Griller or Competitive Pitmaster - you'll find the largest number of the top smokin' brands in one place, including all of th

e leading names in all styles of grilling to suit every individual customer. It's all here for grilling and smoking; bbq grills, fuel, woods, rubs & sauces, tools, gear and accessories.

18/06/2026

🥧🔥 NEW IN STORE – PITMASTER PIE CO. PIES🔥🥧

The legends at Pitmaster Pie Co. have arrived at BBQs Direct, bringing proper BBQ flavour wrapped in golden pastry.

Choose from two mouth-watering options:

🔥 Smoked Brisket & Jalapeño with Cheese
🧀 Smoked Mince & Cheese

Packed with real smoked BBQ goodness and available in convenient frozen 2-packs for just $17.99.

Perfect to keep in the freezer for an easy lunch, quick dinner, or whenever those BBQ cravings hit.

Available now from BBQs Direct – but be quick, we have a feeling these won’t stay in stock for long! 🍖🥧

17/06/2026

🥩🔥 A huge thank you to everyone who joined us tonight for our first BBQ Workshop: Cooking the Perfect Steak at Craft Embassy!

It was fantastic to spend the evening talking all things steak - 🥩 from choosing the right cut and seasoning techniques to achieving that perfect crust and juicy finish every time.

We hope everyone picked up a few tips, enjoyed some great food, and left inspired to fire up the grill at home.

A special thanks to The Craft Embassy for hosting us, to Josh from Texanz BBQ for presenting, Speckle Beef for the mouth watering meats and to everyone who came along and made it such a great night.

Keep an eye out for details of our next BBQ Workshop coming soon! 🔥🥩

14/06/2026

🔥 RIBS DONE YOUR WAY 🔥

Sauced, dry-rubbed, wrapped, unwrapped, 3-2-1, hot & fast… everyone has their own secret to BBQ ribs perfection. 🍖🔥

Are you chasing a thick bark, a sticky sweet glaze, a hit of heat, or that perfect bite-through tenderness?

Whatever your rib game, we’ve got the rubs, sauces, woods, and BBQ gear to help make it happen. Pop into BBQs Direct and let’s talk flavour combinations for your next cook.

What’s your go-to rib method? Share your tips, tricks, and favourite flavours in the comments below! 👇

13/06/2026

🔥 Discover a Better Way to Heat Your Home with Lucht LHZ Electric Radiators from BBQs Direct 🔥

Tired of noisy heat pumps blowing air around your home? You’re not alone - it’s one of the most common frustrations we hear from customers every day.

At BBQs Direct, we’re proud to offer the Lucht LHZ range of electric radiators - a smarter, quieter, and more comfortable way to heat your space.

Control your heating from anywhere with the app. Adjust temperatures, set schedules, and come home to warmth exactly when you want it.

👉 View LHZ Radiators in our showroom at BBQs Direct or contact us to learn more about LHZ electric radiators.

13/06/2026

Experience legendary ceramic grilling with the versatile Kamado Joe Classic Joe Grill Series II!

This ancient-inspired powerhouse delivers unmatched heat retention and precision temperature control for everything from low-and-slow smoking to blazing hot searing, transforming your backyard into a culinary paradise with professional results.

Shop Kamado Joe now at bbqsdirect.co.nz

13/06/2026

Make authentic wok cooking in compact style with the Lodge Cast Iron 23cm Mini Cast Iron Wok!

This American-made powerhouse delivers exceptional heat retention for perfect stir-fries, single servings, and side dishes, while the mini size makes it ideal on the grill, for camping trips, or quick weeknight meals.

Shop Lodge Cast Iron now at bbqsdirect.co.nz

13/06/2026

Experience the future of ceramic grilling with the game-changing Kamado Joe Konnected Joe Digital Grill and Smoker!

This smart ceramic powerhouse combines legendary heat retention with cutting-edge digital control, letting you monitor and manage perfect cooks from anywhere via your smartphone with precision that takes outdoor cooking to the next level.

Shop Kamado Joe now at bbqsdirect.co.nz

12/06/2026

🔥 Night Store heaters haven’t gone anywhere - they’ve just evolved. 🔥

Our Elnur Next Gen storage heaters bring this proven technology firmly into the modern era, with smarter controls, better heat retention, and far greater efficiency. You still get the same dependable, off-peak heating advantage - simply pair them with a Day/Night electricity plan or integrate in to your Solar set up and let the system do the rest.

With years of experience in home heating, we know efficient electric heaters inside and out. Whether it’s for your home or business, we’ll help you find the right solution.

👉 View Elnur Storage Heaters in our showroom at BBQs Direct or contact us to learn more about Night Store Heating.

12/06/2026

introducing our BBQ WORKSHOP SERIES

Join BBQ enthusiasts Josh Fash (Texanz BBQ Rubs) and Alan Wenmoth (BBQs Direct) for an interactive series of BBQ workshops designed to help both beginners and experienced grillers improve their skills and confidence around the BBQ.

Workshop #1 – Cooking the Perfect Steak, with some sensational Speckle Beef Ribeyes and Whole Fillets: we love it for its superb grass-fed flavour and Wagyu-like marbling

📅 Wednesday 17 June
⏰ 5:30pm – 7:30pm
📍 The Craft Embassy
Level One, The Terrace
126 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch

What You'll Learn

• Selecting and preparing great steak cuts
• Cooking a whole beef fillet
• Cooking individual steaks to perfection
• Understanding steak doneness and temperature control
• Hot & Fast grilling techniques
• The Low & Slow "Reverse Sear" method
• Tips, tricks and techniques for consistently great results

Your Ticket Includes
• A complimentary beer or wine on arrival
• Delicious steak and BBQ food cooked during the workshop
• Expert demonstrations and practical BBQ knowledge
• Opportunity to ask questions and learn from experienced pitmasters

🎟 Tickets: $25 per person

Tickets available now:
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Address

36 Stanley Street
Christchurch
8023

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 4pm

Telephone

03-365 0212

Website

http://www.bbqsdirect.co.nz/

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