The tale of two grills

So what's the deal with the different types of grills?? Basically there are two major categories of grills. You have the propane version which uses a clean burning gas to cook its food and the other is charcoal. Each has it's own distinct advantages let's get into it a little further.

Gas Grills

• Quick and easy start up by a push of the pilot button
• Nice advance perks like smoke box, infrared cooking, side burner
• Easy control of heat with the turn of a dial
• Walk away flame monitoring, no need to feed the fire
• Instant shut off
• Weber 3751001 Genesis E-320 Propane Gas Grill, Black

Charcoal Grills

• Smoky natural flavor use of wood charcoal or briquet coals
• Inexpensive
• Rustic campfire smell you can only get from something burning

If you can't decide get both. My brother got me a nice commercial Propane Gas Grill and I still can't part with my trusty charcoal grill. This allows me to experiment and cook with each or both simulataneously if I want to.

Some other versions of BBQ grills you'll find are smoker that have an offset heat source. They are great for smoking food at a low and slow heat imparting distinctly unique flavors using the wood you choose. You'll also find ceramic grill using a terracota earthenware to retain consistant even cooking throughout the cooking process.

You'll also find two types of charcoal out there:

Charcoal Briquets:
Inexpensive
Easily available
Burns longer

Wood Charcoal:
Charcoal Companion Smoking Wood Chips, Beef and Lamb
Burns hotter
Imparts more flavor
You can control and experiment the flavor based on the wood you choose

Either one you choose you're always a winner when grilling a weiner. So get out there and get primal!


Great must haves:
Weber 7416 Rapidfire Chimney Starter
Ozark Oak Hardwood Lump Charcoal 10 Lbs.
 Outset QS77 Stainless Steel Wood Chip Smoker Box
Charcoal Companion Non-Stick Corn Grilling Basket with Rosewood handle
Fulcrum Clip-On Work Light/BBQ Light
Weber Style 6445 Professional-Grade Stainless-Steel 3-Piece Barbeque Tool Set
Drymate GMC3058 Extra-Large 30-by-58-Inch Gas-Grill Mat