Introducing the Showwoman of Live-Fire, Annie Quinton Smith
Live-fire cooking is more than just cooking to eat; it’s about being outdoors, hospitality, and spending time with friends and family. It’s not a chore; it’s an experience. It’s the...
Our Purpose
We believe cooking is an act of love, meant to be shared with those you care about, whether it’s family, friends, or neighbors—for daily meals or special occasions.
For over fifty years, the world’s most celebrated charcoal grill has connected people through a passion for bold, flavorful food cooked over a live fire, because we put a lot of belief behind everything we do. And everything you cook.
We stand for quality that endures. Tools that inspire. And flavors that stick with you. Rooted in tradition while embracing innovation, we craft products for those who care — about great food and about everyone around the table.
Because those who pour their heart into cooking deserve a Big Green Egg that matches their passion.
Our History
1974
Atlanta Origins
Ed Fisher, founded Big Green Egg in Atlanta, when he began importing kamado-style grills, pioneering a new outdoor cooking category in the U.S.
1990s
The Ceramic Revolution
In the pursuit of perfecting its materials and performance, Big Green Egg transitioned from clay to advanced ceramics, revolutionizing its durability, success, and its inability to be matched.
Present
International Influence
Today, Big Green Egg serves as the gold standard of food and flavor served everywhere from backyards to Michelin-starred restaurants in 50 countries around the world – and counting.
Flavor, Quality, and Innovation
Heritage Built On Flavor
With fifty years of unmatched
flavor, all it takes is an open flame, a single bite, and you’ll understand.
Quality For A Lifetime
Our patented ceramics provide
unrivaled heat retention, control, and durability for a lifetime of cooking.
Driven By Innovation
We’ve innovated temperature-control design and an outdoor kitchen system to enhance your entire cooking experience.
Worldwide Culinary Community
Fifty years ago in Atlanta, Big Green Egg ignited a culinary revolution. Now, a staple of backyards and revered restaurants across the globe, we unite a worldwide community of people passionate about exceptional food, outdoor cooking, and more than anything, creating lifelong connections forged around the fire.
Stories
Sisterhood & Smoke with Black Girls Grilling
Meet Black Girls Grilling Why cook to eat when you can cook to bring your friends and family together? Fellowship is the philosophy of sisters Felicia Jordan and India Glass,...
Rae Barker Proves You’re Never Too Old — Or Young — For Live-Fire
Imagine entering a BBQ competition with zero BBQ experience… Only an enthusiastic, fearless, confident person would do it, right? That’s the spirit of Raelyn ‘Rae’ Barker, a 13-year-old national BBQ...
How to Manipulate Smoke and Its Impact on Cook
Grilling is one of those hobbies that requires neverending practice. You start by learning about the types of grills and smokers, temperature control, seasonings, charcoal, and smoking wood. Then, as...
Our Values, Our Legacy
Cooking is an act of love.
We believe in the power of food to bring people together and create meaningful connections.
Excellence drives us.
We pursue quality and innovation in everything we do.
Integrity matters.
We do what we say and stand by our commitments.
People are our priority.
We value relationships and put our community, employees, and customers first.