Throughout the winter I enjoy grilling outdoors. I must say though, its time for a new grill. The one I have presently has lasted a number of years, actually more than I imagined! I’ve been on the lookout for early spring deals, last years models “reduced” and the newer version of the old one I have. There are quite a few to choose from. Features include side burners, rotisseries, broiler options which conduct heat from the top as well as the traditional underneath heating element. They include charcoal that last through the grilling season and absorb the grill flavors you cook with and a good conductor of heat. I thought about a smoker, but I know I can turn my grill into a smoker when I need to. With my old grill my biggest concern was replacement parts, I could never find exactly the correct piece I needed from where I purchased my grill originally. I kept that manual for its phone number and description of parts after running out to various local stores for parts, I sometimes could not find.

I think the best use unless you have two propane tanks is a gas line to the grill. Yes, I have run out of gas in the middle of cooking. Fortunately, to refill a tank is not far away. To avoid extra parts, I always buy a pre-assembled grill, I enjoy creating great meals on them, but putting them together is another task I prefer to leave to the experts. I believe purchasing a cover if its not included is a smart move; it’s like an extended warranty for your knobs and keeps the body looking first-class. I’ve a few brands in mind to date, but was interested to see what input or thoughts on purchasing a grill you may have? What are the benefits of some of the extra features that come with a grill and how often do you use them? Any information on the act of getting a grill will be helpful to us all…especially if you’re grilling and not chill-in!

Thank you-ciao

Bernard