Char-Broil Quickset Gas Grill

May 27, 2009

The Char-Broil Quickset Gas Grill is a no frills grill that is great for an occasional griller or somebody not looking to invest too much money in a gas grill.

Two stainless steel burners pump out 26,500 BTU’s of cooking power.  With a total cooking size of 460 square inches, there is plenty of gas pumping out of the burners to cook a small meal or if you do want to entertain a larger crowd, no worries, you should be able to fit about 24 1/2 pound burgers on the Quickset.  The grates are Porcelain-Coated Steel that make for easy cleanup.  There’s an easy push button ignition for quick starting every time.  The Char-Broil Quickset Gas Grill also has a 185 square inch warming rack that’s great for warming buns, or keeping your finished food warm while you finish up other foods.

Not everybody needs a huge cooking surface, four burners, side burners, or cooking lights.  If you find yourself looking to grill an occasional meal but don’t want to spend too much money, or pay for things you aren’t going to need, the Char-Broil Quickset Gas Grill might be the right choice for you.

Where to Buy: GrillsDirect.com

Charmglow 5 Burner Grill with Rear Searing

May 20, 2009

The Charmglow 5 Burner Grill with Rear Searing is a larger more powerful grill with a good amount of storage for all your cooking and prep needs.

This Charmglow grill has 72,000 BTU’s pumping through five stainless steel tube burners that will pump out plenty of heat to cook for that large family get together this summer.  A stainless steel lid will help keep all that heat from escaping and help keep a steady temperature.  The Charmglow 5 Burner Grill with Rear Searing has a primary cooking area of 640 square inches which should be plenty of room to handle all your cooking needs.  There is a foldable side shelf that provides plenty of storage space.    Porcelain-coated, cast-iron cooking grates will help keep your food from sticking and will make for easy cleanup.

There is a 15,000 BTU searing side burner that provides high heat to lack in flavor for a variety of cooking options.  Another nice touch on the Charmglow 5 Burner is two built in halogen lights for easy night time cooking.  One of the knocks against the Charmglow 5 Burner Grill with Rear Searing is a rust problem.  Make sure you buy a grill cover to keep your grill protected from the elements!

Where to buy: GrillsDirect.com

Brinkmann 4 Burner Stainless Steel Grill

May 18, 2009

The Brinkmann 4 Burner Stainless Steel Grill is a big grill with lots of space and a relatively small price tag.

48,000 BTU’s and four high powered stainless steel burners provide plenty of power and heat to cook all types of food and crowds of all sizes.  There’s plenty of space to cook on with over 630 square inches of cooking space.  130 square inches of that is dedicated to a warming rack that’ll keep the hot dogs warm while you finish the burgers or steaks.  Porcelain coated cast iron cooking grates are good quality and will last a long time with proper care.  If you wan to heat up sauces, marinades, or other side dishes, there is a 12,000 BTU cast-iron side burner with brass insert that’ll allow you to do just that.

The Brinkmann 4 Burner Stainless Steel Grill not only has plenty of accessories that come with a quality grill, there are also a few things that it has that seperates it from other grills.  There is a convenient bottle opener and a flip-up condiment/drink holder that’ll keep everything within easy reach and will keep things from falling of a typical storage shelf.  There’s also an easy one-touch igniter for a quick start each time.

If you’re looking for a quality grill packed with features but don’t want to pay top dollar for other brands, check out the Brinkmann 4 Burner Stainless Steel Grill.

Where to Buy: GrillsDirect.com

Char-Broil Traditions Series Gas Grill

May 15, 2009

The Char-Broil Traditions Series Gas Grill is a no frills inexpensive grill that can be a good addition to your grilling needs.

With 2 burners pushing out 35,000 BTU’s, it puts out a good amount of heat for a smaller grill.  The total cooking surface is 590 square inches.  215 of those inches are part of the warming rack.  If you’re cooking for a large crowd, you’ll probably be able to get about 28 burgers on the Char-Broil Traditions Series Gas Grill.  Stainless steel burners, porcelain-coated steel grates, and a porcelain coated steel lid are quality materials for an inexpensive grill.  On each side of the grill you’ll find steel side shelves for storage or food prep. 

The Char-Broil Traditions Series Gas Grill could be a good choice as a secondary grill, a backup, tail gating, or a vacation home.  Don’t be fooled by the low price of the Char-Broil Traditions Series Gas Grill.  Char-Broil has been making grills for 60 years.  The “Keeper of the Flame” does make a quality product and for around $100, you won’t feel bad buying this grill.

Char-Broil RED 3 Zone LP Gas Grill

May 12, 2009

The Char-Broil RED 3 Zone LP Gas Grill is the perfect sized grill for medium sized families with lots of cooking options.

Three stainless steel burners heat up the 750 square inch cooking space (550 square inch primary cooking area).  100% infrared heat helps sear in flavor and keeps your food moist and juicy.  Porcelain-coated, cast-iron cooking grates keep food from sticking and help make your post meal cleanups easier.  You can also use the Char-Broil RED 3 Zone LP Gas Grill as a smoker as well.  Just drop wood chips through the grates and watch them smoke to add a little extra flavor.  A 200 square inch warming rack will help keep your finished food warm while you attend to other dishes, and an integrated push and turn electronic ignition will ensure quick starts. 

Other features of the Char-Broil RED 3 Zone LP Gas Grill that caught my eye were the nice fully enclosed storage cabinet under the cooking area.  A 13,000 – BTU side burner provides you with options to heat sauces, marinades, or other side dishes.  One of the most important features of a grill is how evenly it heats and maintains the temperature.  The Char-Broil RED 3 Zone heats up fast and high temps are no problems when searing steaks and it also has a BBQ setting for low temp cooking. 

If you’re looking for a dependable grill from a reputable brand, check out the Char-Broil RED 3 Zone LP Gas Grill.

Sonoma by Altima 4 Burner Gas Grill

May 6, 2009

The Sonoma by Altima 4 Burner Gas Grill is a large, heavy duty, well constructed gas grill.

The main burners on the Sonoma By Altima  4 Burner Gas Grill pump out an impressive 52,000 BTU’s which will surely be enough to keep your grill hot enough to cook all night.  The Porcelain-coated cast iron grates are easy to clean.  The 756 square inch cooking surface is large and has enough room to cook about 40 burgers.  There is a 196 square inch warming rack so you can toast buns, or keep food warm while finishing longer cooking meats.  The Altima 4 Burner Gas Grill also has a 12,000 BUT side burner, and integrated lights to help cook at night. 

One of the big selling features of this grill is the use of FlameGuard Technology which virtually eliminates unwanted flare-us while evenly distributing heat.  Another big selling point is the BrickOven Liner which is designed to retain and radiate even heat to keep the cooking temperature even. 

If you have a big appetite, a big family, or always find yourself entertaining for large crowds, check out the Sonoma by Altima 4 Burner Gas Grill.

Weber Q 320 LP Gas Grill

May 5, 2009

The Weber Q 320 LP Gas Grill is a good sized portable grill perfect for a small deck, a second home, or to bring tailgating.

With 2 burners pumping out 21,700 BTU and a primary cooking area of 393 square inches, you’ll have plenty of heat and space to cook about 17 burgers comfortably.  The two burners allow for direct or indirect cooking.  Usually on smaller grills you’ll have to sacrifice the all important warming rack, not with the Weber Q 320 LP Gas Grill.  A 69 square inch warming rack will let you toast the rolls or keep your finished food warm while you cook up a few more items for the party.

2 porcelain-enameled cast iron cooking grates allow for easy clean up and restaurant quality grilling.  A removable drip tray helps keep the grill clean and an electronic ignition makes for easy start up every time.  The cast aluminum lid helps retain heat and allow for a steady temperature and good grilling.

Weber prides itself on quality in all areas.  The Weber Q 320 LP Gas Grill not only cooks great, it’s easy to put together and durable.  The nylon frame is glass reinforced, the work tables can be folded down to fit the grill in smaller areas, and it’s easy to assemble since it bolts onto the included stationary cart.

If versatility, size, and quality are on the top of your list when looking for a grill, check out the Weber Q 320 LP Gas Grill.

Where to Buy: GrillsDirect.com

Kenmore Vanilla 4-Burner LP Gas Grill with Built-In Halogen Lights

May 2, 2009

The Kenmore Vanilla 4-Burner LP Gas Grill with Built-In Halogen Lights is one in a series of retro grills from Kenmore.

This Kenmore grill has 4 burners and a generous total cooking space of 680 square inches to help you prepare food for that large summer party.  The four burners will help heat the grill up in no time, and the porcelain coated steel finish will help maintain the temperatures to ensure even cooking.   The Kenmore Vanilla 4-Burner LP Gas Grill with Built-In Halogen Lights has 2 side shelves and on the left shelf is a covered side burner.  The covered side burner is versatile enough so if you do decide to cook and prepare marinades and sauces you can.  However if storage and prep area is more important, the lid over the burner makes a flush, flat, solid surface for just that.  Kenmore realizes that not all cooking is done during the day so they included 2 built in halogen lights that take the guesswork out of cooking at night. 

Other features of the Kenmore Vanilla 4-Burner LP Gas Grill with Built-In Halogen Lights include, Porcelain coated cast iron cooking grids, a warming rack, lid and firebox.  The enclosed cart has 2 front doors, and there is a shelf mouted towel bar on the right shelf. 

If the Vanilla finish of the Kenmore Vanilla 4 Burner LP Gas Grill with Built-In Halogen Lights isn’t your taste, there are other options available.  Forest Green, Red, and Blue, are also available to help add color, sophistication, and style to any backyard.