Over The Fire Cooking by Derek Wolf

Derek Wolf is the creative force behind Over The Fire Cooking, a channel born from a sparked obsession with open-flame gastronomy. Inspired by South American live-fire traditions, Wolf swapped conventional grilling for the primal, unpredictable art of cooking directly over wood and embers. What began as backyard experimentation with a wedding-present fire pit has evolved into a masterclass in fire control, smoke infusion, and outdoor culinary photography.

Wolf's channel delivers three weekly recipes that strip cooking back to its raw elements, focusing on bold flavours, rustic techniques, and high-heat searing. From perfectly charred skirt steaks with vibrant chimichurri to complex spit-roasted joints, his content demystifies the mechanics of live-fire management.

For the professional chef, Over The Fire Cooking offers a valuable return to basics, focusing on how heat, wood choice, and direct flame interaction affect texture and caramelisation. Wolf’s visual approach provides plenty of inspiration for wood-fired menu development and theatrical outdoor catering techniques. It is an essential resource for any cook looking to master the heat of the hearth.