It’s never too early to start thinking about the best BBQ, especially now spring has landed. They’re a really good thing to have ready to fire up at a moments notice since the great British weather never fails to change at a moments notice, and a weekend of summer sunshine could be on the cards sooner than we think (we hope).
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With the best barbecue you can slow cook brisket or flash-fry a perfectly rare steak, and with a mix of gas and charcoal barbecues, as well as a few hybrid and even electric options, the choices are tantalizingly good. It can be quite an overwhelming venture to hone in on the most suitable option for you, but our this guide will have something to whet everyone’s appetite.
1. Char-Broil Big Easy Outside Grill
A great concept, the Big Easy® Smoker, Roaster and Grill combines a smoker, roaster, and grill all in one.
Equipped with TRU-Infrared™ cooking technology, the Big Easy radiates heat that helps lock in juices. Roast up to 11 kg poultry with no oil using the included cooking basket and adjustable racks. This ensures a healthier meal for the entire family. The Big Easy includes four rib hooks to roast mouth watering barbecued ribs. The removable porcelain coated grate provides easy cleaning when you cook your favorite meat.
Cooking Area (cm) Ø 38.5.
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
- Height (cm) 92, Width (cm) 59, Length (cm) 59.4
- Weight (kg) 22.7
MATERIALS
- Grate Material: Porcelain Coated Cast Iron
- Burner Material: Stainless Steel
- Heat Tent Material: Stainless Steel
HEAT TYPE & POWER
- Cooking System: Infrared
- Main Burner Power: 5.3 (kW)
Assembly required
2. Charles Bentley Deluxe Charcoal BBQ Grill
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Charles Bentley Deluxe Charcoal BBQ Grill is an ideal choice for the summer months, make the most of being outdoors by hosting a family barbecue with this highly versatile charcoal barbecue. Perfect for catering this barbecue is ideal for cooking a wide range of foods, ranging from seafood to sausages. The hood has a built-in thermometer, ideal for getting the best cooking results. Designed with porcelain enamel coated grill plates, for long-lasting use. With a convenient chrome steel warming rack to keep food at a perfect temperature. It also features two wheels making it easy to manoeuvre around.
Features:
- Deluxe charcoal BBQ grill
- Enamel steel warming rack with chrome support bar
- Enamel steel cooking grid
- Two 5 level gear system to adjust the height of charcoal pan
- Removeable ash pan
- Stainless steel air vents with plastic handle to prevent heat
- Condiment basket
- Two wheels making the BBQ easy to manoeuvre
- Thermometer
Materials:
- Steel
- Black powder coated steel
- Chrome Plating
Dimensions:
- H128 x L164 x D60cm
Weights:
- 35.5kg
Colours:
- Black
Additional Info.:
- Cooking grill height: 86cm
- Cooking Area: 104 x 45cm
- Warming Rack Area: 92 x 24cm
Some self-assembly required. Full instructions provided.
3. Char-Broil 140 883 - All-star 125 Gas Barbecue Grill
All-Star 125 Gas Barbecue with TRU-Infrared
Star-Performer
This Char-Broil All-star Gas Grill is designed to be space efficient, smaller in size but packed with practical features and benefits for perfect outdoor grilling. Ideally suited for a balcony or smaller spaces, like all top-performance products in the Char-Broil portfolio, the All-star is equipped with TRU-Infrared Cooking System which cooks food evenly to give up to 50% juicier food. Fitted with caster wheels to help easily transport your grill to and from the balcony or garden patio.
Let’s just Barbecue
Char-Broil is a leading American brand for gas barbecues and America’s oldest barbecue brand. As a recognised leader in design and innovation, Char-Broil products are enjoyed by millions of customers around the world. Established since 1948, Char-Broil continues to build on its long standing heritage and expertise in building quality grills and accessories that cook-up great tasting food and lots of fun.
4. Outsunny Portable 4+1 Gas Burner Grill BBQ
The 4 + 1 gas BBQ grill from Outsunny features 4 stainless steel burners and an aluminium side burner, ideal for outdoor barbecue parties. The lid design that helps preserve all the flavours. When preparing for your party, you can put all your grilling essentials and accessories within easy reach on the side tabletop or in the lower cupboard. Add the durable and safe BBQ and enjoy your cooking outdoors with complete peace of mind.
Transform your own backyard or take the comfort of home with you on vacation. Whether it’s one of our barbecues, hammocks, or patio furniture sets, Outsunny makes your outdoor events unforgettable.
5. Char-Broil Grill2Go Portable Gas Barbecue
Enjoy a great barbecue experience anywhere with the rugged Charbroil Grill2Go X200 Portable Gas Barbecue. With a stainless-steel burner and an output of 2.7kW there is plenty of heat for a family BBQ or picnic.
The innovative TRU-InfraredTM grill system prevents flare-ups, and gives 100% uniform heating across the cooking grate, for meat that is evenly cooked and 50% juicer. Not only will your food be better cooked, but with the TRU-InfraredTM grill system you will use up to 30% less gas.
The stainless-steel grill is tough, durable and easy to clean – as well as producing lovely sear marks on your food.
The Char-Broil Grill2Go is compact but it does not stint on quality. A lid thermometer ensures you can monitor and control the cooking environment. The cooking chamber and lid are made with cast-aluminium making the Grilll2Go corrosion resistant and light to transport. Two stainless-steel clasps ensure the lid stays closed whilst you are on the move.
The Char-Broil Grill2Go X200 has an attachment for a 16.4-ounce disposable liquid propane cylinder (not supplied).
