From Vegetarian to Smokehouse Owner: A Flavorful Journey with Claire from Welshhomestead Smokery

What happens when a former vegetarian turns smokehouse owner and homesteader? Join us as we chat with Claire from Welshhomestead Smokery about her fascinating journey and the importance of animal welfare, all while nestled in the stunning Cambrian Mountains in West Wales. Discover her mouth-watering experiments with unique bacon flavors, like chocolate espresso and chili and paprika, and learn the secret behind her maple wood-smoking process.

We also dive into Claire's venture into smoked chili jams, revealing her passion for sourcing from local UK farms and her dedication to perfecting the heat levels. Transitioning from a home smoking setup to launching a commercial smokehouse, Claire shares the impact of weather on her process and the techniques she employs to ensure consistent, scrumptious results.

But that's not all – we also explore the world of outdoor cooking with Claire, as she guides us through her barbecue and fire cooking workshops, along with revealing methods for making delectable jams, chutneys, pickles, and ferments. Uncover valuable advice on using different types of charcoal, managing temperature, and creating vegetarian-friendly dishes. Don't miss this enlightening and flavorful conversation with Claire from Welshhomestead Smokery!

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