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New TAFE NSW course help locals barbecue like a boss

Locals will have a chance to “ up the steaks ” in the great Aussie tradition of barbecuing as part of a unique new TAFE NSW course .
For the first time ever , TAFE NSW will offer a Barbecue Pitmastery Masterclass to locals , hosted by world-renowned multi-award winning pitmaster , Adam Roberts .
It comes amid a surge in popularity in ‘ low ‘ n ’ slow ’ smokers and grills in Australia in recent years .
More than 18 million Aussies now have a barbecue in their home and
American-style barbecue is the fastest growing part of the sector .
The TAFE NSW course , to be delivered entirely online and able to be completed at your own pace , is aimed at those new to this form of cooking and includes units covering simple techniques , different cuts of meat , types of barbecues and the ideal fuel to use .
A special one-stop shop website will be available , featuring video tutorials , recipes and other useful links .
Mr Roberts , who directed and narrated the internationally awarded
documentary Beyond the Flame , said he was honoured to partner with Australia ’ s largest training organisation , TAFE NSW , to share his passion for smokers , grills and specialist cookers through the course .
“ It ’ s all about sharing my love for food , friendship and culture with others and helping them learn a new skill and then [ they ] share that with others ,” Mr Roberts said .
“ This course will give participants a baseline knowledge of cooking great food over fire and it is a great starting point for those just dipping their toe in
the water for the first time .
“ Harnessing the reach of TAFE NSW will ensure more people are able to get the hands-on , practical skills to learn the art of perfect grilling and smoking .”
The course costs $ 149 and is launching in time for Father ’ s Day , with TAFE NSW offering a gift card as a special touch for those wanting to give their dads a unique present .
To enrol or learn more about the Barbecue Pitmastery Masterclass , call 131 601 or visit www . tafensw . edu . au / bbq .

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The well-renowned pitmaster Adam Roberts is running the masterclass .

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