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Just to add another fuel type into the mix, we bought a Traeger Ironwood 650 pellet grill in Lockdown.
You need to change the way you cook slightly (reverse sear) but it’ll open up a world where you can turn bbq’ing into a whole day job (or longer!) depending on what you want to cook.
It’s internet connected too just to add even more nerdiness
You need to change the way you cook slightly (reverse sear) but it’ll open up a world where you can turn bbq’ing into a whole day job (or longer!) depending on what you want to cook.
It’s internet connected too just to add even more nerdiness
Edited by Paulsd on Saturday 11th May 07:33
Greshamst said:
I got a gas bbq that you can use charcoal on as well, so easy for a mid week dinner, but can also get some good flavour, when I can’t be bothered to fire up the kettle bbq.
https://www.cambridgehomeandgarden.com/product/gri...
I have something similar from Char-Broil. Great to be able to light the coal evenly and quickly using gas.https://www.cambridgehomeandgarden.com/product/gri...
Chicken Chaser said:
Hang on, it's Charcoal Vs Gas yet no one has mentioned the new electric Ninja BBQs....,
Dan_1981 said:
And I'm really really hankering after an electric ninja woodfire at the moment...
I got the pro xl woodfire last weekend and the first use was two smoked roast chickens which fit on in one go. Ridiculously easy, tasted great, easy cleanup. It really is as good as the reviews, and it still chucks out smoke so you feel slightly bbq manly.I bought it as needed a new gas bbq as old one rusted itself to bits, so plan to see how it goes as an occasional use sole outdoor cooking machine.
OK, Im going to throw in a curveball that none of you are considering - aesthetics!!!
We have a Hofats Triple 120 and its a stunningly beautiful firepit, which has various optional grill arms for cooking food. We have a grid 55 and its huge enough for even a large BBQ party, but 2nd and 3rd grill arms or Tables can be fitted if needed too! After the food is cooked, the grill arms can be removed and everyone can gather round and enjoy the firepit. Had it now for 4 years and it looks as good as new. The Triple is Corten Steel so it rusts a protective layer in about 2-3 weeks, but it never rusts away and the rust doesnt come off to the touch and isn't affected by burning, it just looks beautiful even in winter against the snow!
https://uk.hofats.com/en/TRIPLE-120-Fire-Bowl/0501...
Hofats do a whole range of other beautful firepits with grills too, so if the Triple isn't your thing there are many more to choose from, all beautifully constructed with premium materials and many of which have dual uses. Such as these:
The "Fire Kitchen" is their ultimate chef BBQ setup with a more conventional layout.
https://uk.hofats.com/en/FIRE-KITCHEN-with-BOWL-57...
We have a Hofats Triple 120 and its a stunningly beautiful firepit, which has various optional grill arms for cooking food. We have a grid 55 and its huge enough for even a large BBQ party, but 2nd and 3rd grill arms or Tables can be fitted if needed too! After the food is cooked, the grill arms can be removed and everyone can gather round and enjoy the firepit. Had it now for 4 years and it looks as good as new. The Triple is Corten Steel so it rusts a protective layer in about 2-3 weeks, but it never rusts away and the rust doesnt come off to the touch and isn't affected by burning, it just looks beautiful even in winter against the snow!
https://uk.hofats.com/en/TRIPLE-120-Fire-Bowl/0501...
Hofats do a whole range of other beautful firepits with grills too, so if the Triple isn't your thing there are many more to choose from, all beautifully constructed with premium materials and many of which have dual uses. Such as these:
The "Fire Kitchen" is their ultimate chef BBQ setup with a more conventional layout.
https://uk.hofats.com/en/FIRE-KITCHEN-with-BOWL-57...
Oh, and if I want to do just a few kebabs then I use this fella. Blowy fan means it's ready very quickly 
https://uk.bioliteenergy.com/products/firepit-plus
https://uk.bioliteenergy.com/products/firepit-plus
I have one of these…
https://www.weber.com/GB/en/gas-barbecues/genesis/...
Internet enabled, temp probe (ooo errr), and gas… makes barbecue enjoyable again and gives me time to play with my Barbies or whatever else gas users do
Seriously though, good for a quick steak at lunch or full on family evening meal - we rarely put the oven on… mainly as the air fryer sits nicely on one of the sides too
https://www.weber.com/GB/en/gas-barbecues/genesis/...
Internet enabled, temp probe (ooo errr), and gas… makes barbecue enjoyable again and gives me time to play with my Barbies or whatever else gas users do
Seriously though, good for a quick steak at lunch or full on family evening meal - we rarely put the oven on… mainly as the air fryer sits nicely on one of the sides too
RacingPete said:
I have one of these…
https://www.weber.com/GB/en/gas-barbecues/genesis/...
Internet enabled, temp probe (ooo errr), and gas… makes barbecue enjoyable again and gives me time to play with my Barbies or whatever else gas users do
Seriously though, good for a quick steak at lunch or full on family evening meal - we rarely put the oven on… mainly as the air fryer sits nicely on one of the sides too
Does the Weber ever get properly hot? I have a genesis and it’s great for some stuff such as rotisserie but not great for searing steaks etc…Just wonder if mine is faulty.https://www.weber.com/GB/en/gas-barbecues/genesis/...
Internet enabled, temp probe (ooo errr), and gas… makes barbecue enjoyable again and gives me time to play with my Barbies or whatever else gas users do
Seriously though, good for a quick steak at lunch or full on family evening meal - we rarely put the oven on… mainly as the air fryer sits nicely on one of the sides too
Greshamst said:
I got a gas bbq that you can use charcoal on as well, so easy for a mid week dinner, but can also get some good flavour, when I can’t be bothered to fire up the kettle bbq.
https://www.cambridgehomeandgarden.com/product/gri...
We bought the six burner classic during the pandemic. We have those lave rocks in it … never tried charcoal on it even though that was my argument for getting it. https://www.cambridgehomeandgarden.com/product/gri...
Been outside since it arrived … every spring it looks knackered and I think it’s done… but with a bit of soap and water it comes up quite good. The only thing I struggle with is that drain channel thing.
Anyway, dusted it off again this weekend… connected the bottle and one click and it was burning away. Happy with that.
It does supplement my Oklahoma Joe smoker …. Which is very tired. Might swap that next spring for a pit boss pellet smoker…. We shall see
Anyway, Grillstream…. Very good!!!
Edited by mattyn1 on Saturday 11th May 19:42
mattybrown said:
RacingPete said:
I have one of these…
https://www.weber.com/GB/en/gas-barbecues/genesis/...
Internet enabled, temp probe (ooo errr), and gas… makes barbecue enjoyable again and gives me time to play with my Barbies or whatever else gas users do
Seriously though, good for a quick steak at lunch or full on family evening meal - we rarely put the oven on… mainly as the air fryer sits nicely on one of the sides too
Does the Weber ever get properly hot? I have a genesis and it’s great for some stuff such as rotisserie but not great for searing steaks etc…Just wonder if mine is faulty.https://www.weber.com/GB/en/gas-barbecues/genesis/...
Internet enabled, temp probe (ooo errr), and gas… makes barbecue enjoyable again and gives me time to play with my Barbies or whatever else gas users do
Seriously though, good for a quick steak at lunch or full on family evening meal - we rarely put the oven on… mainly as the air fryer sits nicely on one of the sides too
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