RECENT POSTS
Is Backyard Camping Safe? Everything You Need to Know
“Can we camp in the backyard tonight? Pleeeease?” It’s a question parents know all too well. And, unfortunately, it usually comes just before sunset. After all, children aren’t exactly known for their planning skills. But when thinking about letting your kids camp in the backyard, there are many things to consider. Most of these considerations … Read more
How to Clean a Gas Grill Step by Step
It’s a dirty job, but someone has to do it. Why? Because a dirty gas grill can malfunction, smell strange, affect the taste of your food, or break down altogether. Luckily, you don’t have to deep clean your gas grill more than once or twice a year. If you’re a heavy griller, clean it twice … Read more
Are Weber Grills Worth the Money?
If you’ve done any shopping for grills, chances are you’ve noticed the price differences. It’s hard to ignore the fact that Weber grills are significantly more expensive than most other grills on the market. This goes for both charcoal and gas grills. With this in mind, you’ve probably asked yourself, “Are Weber grills worth the … Read more
How to Manually Light a Gas Grill Safely
Most modern gas grills come with a built-in ignition system. Usually, this system is designed for ease of use, meaning you can start your grill with the push of a button. But sometimes your ignition system wears down and or only works on occasion. Or, if you have an older grill, you may have to … Read more
How to Start and Use a Gas Grill: A Step by Step Guide
Gas grills are designed for simplicity and ease of use. Even so, there are some things that you, as a responsible griller, should know. Safety tips, food-handling and temperature tips, and how to set up your gas grill for the first time. We’ve got you covered, grillmaster. Below is all about how to start and … Read more
Charcoal vs Gas Grill: Which is Better?
The question of which type of grill is better: charcoal or gas, has never had a definitive answer. It depends on many different factors, including your particular tastes, and not to mention your cooking preferences. But there are some marked differences between gas and charcoal grills, which we’ll discuss in detail in this article. You’ll … Read more
Lump Charcoal vs. Briquettes: Which is Better?
Lump charcoal (sometimes called lumpwood) and briquettes are similar in many ways but a world apart in others. Of course, the differences vary depending on the brand you’re using and whether or not the briquettes are ‘quick light.’ In general, lump charcoal lights quicker, burns faster, and generates more smoke than briquettes. However, it may … Read more
How to Clean Rusty Grill Grates & Make Them Shine Like New
If you’ve got unsightly rust on your grill grates, you may be thinking about purchasing new ones. Before you go out and spend hard-earned money on new grill grates, try one of our methods for safely removing rust. Chances are one of them will clean your rusty grill grates and make them shine like new. … Read more
How to Clean Grill Grates: Step by Step
Your cooking grates are integral to a properly functioning grill. But, since you do your cooking on them, they tend to get dirty first and fast. The rest of your grill may not need a deep cleaning when your grates do. Plus, the material your grill grates are made out of can determine how to … Read more
How to Clean a Charcoal Grill: Step by Step
The beautiful thing about charcoal grills is their low maintenance requirements. Unless you grill a lot, cleaning your charcoal grill once or twice a year is all you really need. If you grill often, you can clean it 2 to 4 times a year and still be okay. But, there are things you need to … Read more
How to Properly Dispose of Charcoal After Grilling
If you’re grilling, you’re going to have to dispose of charcoal and ash after you’re done. You generally want to clean the ash out of your grill after every session, but what’s the best way to dispose of charcoal and ash? Well, it depends on the type of charcoal you’re using. In this article, we’ll … Read more
Can You Reuse Charcoal for Grilling? The Answer May Surprise You
If you’ve ever grilled with charcoal before, chances are you’ve found a few chunks of half-burned charcoal at the bottom of your grill. It seems a waste to throw them out, but reusing them also seems like a grilling no-no. So, can you reuse charcoal? You can reuse charcoal for both grilling and smoking purposes. … Read more