King's Day BBQ
King's Day in Amsterdam is chaos at its most beautiful — orange everywhere, street markets, music from every corner. And the grill. Because nothing brings a group of people together like the smell of smoke and well-seasoned chicken over a bustling crowd. King's Day BBQ is big, festive, and deliciously fast.
Below you'll find a complete King's Day BBQ plan: a menu for large groups, the best rubs for a busy holiday, timing tips for grilling for 10+ people, and how to assemble the package that will last all day.
Rubs for a large gathering
King's Day is not an intimate dinner — it's a party for many people at once. The rubs must work quickly, be widely appreciated, and suit anything that can come off the grill.
Tex Mex: spicy, festive orange in color — ideal for chicken wings, sausages, and corn on the cob. Works for the masses. Memphis BBQ: sweet-smoky — the safe choice if you don't know what everyone likes. Kids and adults love it. Carolina Gold: mild and yellow — appropriately orange on the plate, perfect for those who don't like spicy. Jamaican Jerk: spicy and warm — for the enthusiasts in the company who want something special in addition to the standard menu.
For a large group, always use at least two rubs: one mild (Carolina Gold or Memphis) and one spicy (Tex Mex). This way, there's something for everyone — children, parents, and true spice lovers.
The King's Day BBQ Menu
A menu for a busy holiday — fast, scalable, and delicious for everyone.
Chicken wings with Tex Mex: 20 minutes direct over medium-high heat — the quick King's Day classic, perfect for large batches. Sausages with Memphis BBQ: 12 minutes direct, turn regularly — quick to prepare, everyone happy. Chicken thighs with Carolina Gold: 25 minutes indirect at 180°C — mild, juicy, and perfect for those who don't want spicy. Corn on the cob: 15 minutes direct with a pinch of Tex Mex and butter — the side dish that always gets eaten. Grilled bell pepper and zucchini: 10 minutes direct with olive oil — fast, colorful, and vegetarian-friendly.
Start early with the chicken thighs (indirect, slow) and keep them warm in foil. Grill the wings and sausages in batches directly over the fire as guests arrive. This way, there's always something ready without you having to stand behind the grill all day.
Assembling the package for King's Day
For King's Day, you'll need more rub than for a weeknight. A few options depending on group size.
Up to 6 people: 2 bags of 100g — one Tex Mex, one Carolina Gold. Enough for a complete evening. 6-15 people: the Starter Pack with 3 × 100g — mild, spicy, and a third flavor of your choice. 15+ people: choose 500g bags — one bag of Memphis or Tex Mex is enough for an entire group. Want to try multiple flavors? The package assembly page helps you choose the right combination based on group size and flavor preference.
Orange outside, smoke within — start small and discover your favorite
The 3-Evening Pack gives you 3 bags of 50g of your choice — perfect for placing three flavors side-by-side on King's Day. Or choose the Starter Pack with 3 bags of 100g for a larger gathering.
- → Assemble a BBQ Package The right combination for your group
- → Which Rub Suits Me? Find the right flavor in 3 questions
- → Product Knowledge All ingredients and techniques explained
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