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BBQ Buying Guide From Canadian Tire

BBQ Buying Guide: See All BBQs: http://www.canadiantire.ca/en/outdoor-living/bbqs-smokers-accessories.html Whether you choose Natural Gas or Propane, Traditional Charcoal or Plug-in Electric the right barbeque should complement the way that you like to cook. By far, the most popular type of grill in use these days is either Propane or Natural Gas. One is fueled with widely available 20lb refillable tanks. The other is designed to tap into a dedicated Natural Gas supply from outside your home. When you compare each model up-close, you will get an immediate sense of the fit, finish and quality. Check-out the weight and substance of the lid, the feel of the controls and the options for storage and shelving. Also, the on-board ignition method. Many grills feature a mechanical igniter that creates a single spark with each push. Premium models will typically feature an electronic igniter. These require a small battery and are typically designed to deliver a steady sequence of sparks while pressed. This helps to insure a safe-and-easy instantaneous start. Electric starters can also be incorporated into the control dial. The BTU rating is the measured expected output of heat produced when all burners are fully set to high. As a rule, a higher rating does not necessarily mean a hotter cooking environment. Rather, it ensures that there is enough output volume in proportion to the physical size of the grill. The burners themselves come in three predominant styles. Tube burners, which run straight across the entire width of the grill. Double Burners, which roughly offer the same coverage as two standard tube burners. And, Even-Heat burners. Shaped like a long pancake, they combine the spread of a tube and the coverage of a double burner. Having multiple burners allows you to produce balance heat all the way across or adjust your cooking temperature for a specific cooking area. All models are equipped with Heat Distribution Plates. They spread and diffuse the heat and help prevent drippings from landing directly on the burners. The interior cooking surface is typically covered end to end with grates. Popular options include Porcelain Enameled Stamped Steel. And, Cast Iron either with a natural surface or easy-to-maintain porcelain coated Like a heavy fry-pan, Cast Iron grates do a terrific job of holding the heat while you cook. Dual-Surface grates offer a raised surface for all-purpose grilling and a flat surface for more delicate foods. Many Propane and Gas grills offer an internal infrared burner for rotisserie use. And, a versatile side burner that's perfect for searing and pan frying. Another great option is the Dual Fuel Grill. One side uses either Propane or Natural Gas... The other side, traditional lump charcoal or briquettes for that true unmistakable flavour of charcoal grilling. It's no wonder why charcoal grilling is making a comeback. The smoky flavour profiles are unique to char-grilling. And, preparing the perfect bed of charcoal is easy and adds to fun of outdoor cooking. An electric starter is a great way to ready your charcoal. Arrange lump or briquettes on top prior to plugging-in. The embers established on the bottom will naturally work their way up. A starter chimney is another easy and effective method. Simply prepare the base with some loosely packed newsprint then fill the chamber with either lump charcoal or briquettes. In roughly ten minutes, this controlled burn will efficiently produce a nice, even quantity of embers. A traditional charcoal grill can use either Lump Charcoal or Briquettes. Briquettes are uniformed in size and shape and as a result burn very evenly. This helps makes the cooking-temperature easier to control and the burn time more predictable. Lump charcoal, by its very nature, is irregular in shape and burn time. That said, lump charcoal offers a higher heat profile and contributes favorably to the authentic smoky flavor enhancement of your food. The pure wood burning attributes of lump charcoal are best enjoyed in a Kamado style grill. The thick ceramic walls radiate heat evenly into the food allowing you to effectively grill, sear, bake and smoke. Starting is incredibly easy and so is temperature control. You can low-n-slow cook for up to twelve hours on a single load of charcoal. Or, produce and maintain incredibly high heat. Giving you some of the most flavouful grilling imaginable. An Electric Grill excels in convenience and is perfect for condos, balconies and many locations where a typical fuel burning grill is discouraged. They are very manageable in size and easy to set-up, plug-in and operate. They can also serve as a terrific side-warmer for the main grill. If you need to use an extension cord, be sure to follow the recommendations outlined in your manual..