Quite cross

[GrannyGoggles]

I would like to buy something quite extravagant which I don’t need. I can afford it. Our adult children will enjoy it too. We have room to store it.

I have asked my husband to look at choosing the specification, as a) he’s competent at such things and b) historically if I’ve made such a purchase without consulting it’s resulted in a massive sulk.

His verdict is that we don’t need it, it’s expensive and extravagant.

Unlike the ride on lawnmower that’s awaiting delivery? His most recent 4 wheel drive? The machine that’s on order for ‘our’ (his) business that IMO is entirely unnecessary?

I’m quite cross

Really, really disappointed that it’s a posh barbecue.

Buy it then don’t let him use it!

I love how this quite cross thread is sat next to punch her lights out thread. 😂

Ooh buy it! Or suggest something even more expensive and then 'compromise' on the one you really want!

If you think you'll use it and can truly afford it then it is a shame he has put a dampener on the plan. But I would struggle to be enthusiastic if my DH suggested this, but maybe if I could be sure he would be the cook frequently enough then I could be persuaded. But I can't fathom a BBQ at this price and 111kg just the egg bit!

OP is there a more expensive version? Go with that one and tell him it was the highest spec

@Dinosauria

You are very unreasonable op, I now really need something that five minutes ago I didn't know existed

Same!

@3luckystars

Is it a puppet show like the one in the Sound of Music

Honestly, thought it was a hot tub.. disappointed!

Wishing you happiness with whatever Big Green Egg you decide upon, OP.

I was going to go with pizza oven or kitchenaid

Oooooh I've just googled Green Egg. They look fun. If you have enough money and grounds that your DH can justify a ride on lawnmower then I don't see any reason why you shouldn't buy one.

Well he doesn't have to agree with you, and you dont need his approval. My dh admitted I was right about the trampoline after a couple of years...

I did not know what a green egg was. I now know, and want one. I too am quite cross..

friend got egg-bbq thing a few yrs ago. Cost £600 IIRC. From Ikea IIRC, like this one. She thinks it's marvelous. However, I will point out these things to consider ...

Covid happened & socialising has been limited -- friend is especially cautious about Covid so friend is cooking for self or just one house mate/guest since... 2019?.

It's ruddy heavy. It falls over it will destroy itself. it takes big effort to move around or put in/out of shed.

It's a theft risk nonetheless.

It takes ages to heat up or cool down.

It isn't all that efficient (fuel hungry)

it cooks slowly (compared to a nice indoor cooker or microwave)

The British climate sucks & lots of days aren't suitable for using it outdoors

Friend's patio is small & now the egg vies with a hot tub for space -- both summer items

In constant use every weekend, year round.
@fairislecable -- how? Do you live in GB? Big covered patio maybe?

@Dinosauria

You are very unreasonable op, I now really need something that five minutes ago I didn't know existed

Haha - I was just thinking exactly the same thing

@Purplecatshopaholic

I did not know what a green egg was. I now know, and want one. I too am quite cross..

Me too😂

Buy the egg, the biggest one you can. Cook your husband in it. Problem solved.

Oh a BBQ. How disappointing, I was hoping it was going to be a donkey or a herd of alpacas 😀.

Please tell me you at least pointed out the disparity in treatment: he gets extravagant, unnecessary luxuries but you don't need them?

FFS

I think he’s worried it will mean he has to cook more often

I’d never heard of a green egg. Now that I’ve googled, I’m afraid I’m with your dh. Sorry.

What's the dynamic - does he just buy what he wants without consultation but you always 'ask', if so why?

Anyway I bought one of these last year without any consultation with anyone (well the Aldi equivalent - much cheaper). DH was very sceptical and couldn't believe what it cost. However I have to say it's one of our best buys, used it loads! Go on order your egg, it'll make you happy :-)

I had to Google Green Egg as I assumed it was something from Ann Summers 🥴

We live in the country, lots of outdoor space, love food and cooking (to point of obsession). Have an out door kitchen set up. Will get a wheeled stand so the brute can be moved which was one of the things I wanted to talk over.

The incoming lawnmower will be additional to the one already with us. It will, in ways I do not fully understand, be an invaluable extra resource.

My husband is not a dentist. So no to the exciting sounding leather chair.

Am considered saying I’ve changed my mind, think we should have a hot tub instead

It’s not gas therefore in my book filed under way too much hassle.