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Ducane Affinity is built for durability and tough conditions. The three stainless steel burners promise heat of 36,000 BTU to the porcelain enameled heat distribution plates. The enameled plates ensure even heat distribution to a main cooking area of 418 square inches. Buns and various cooked foods can be kept warm on a 132 warming rack located above the cooking area, making up a total cooking area of 550 square inches.
Fueled with natural gas, it has a built-in thermometer in the center of the lid for accurate temperature readings to ensure efficient cooking times. It also makes allowances for the cook carrying more food than he can cook at one go with two scratch-resistant work surfaces that also provide space for utensil and condiment storage.
The first thing many cooks discover about it is how sturdy it is. A good cook expects the solid casters on a grill of this size, and it does not disappoint. Two of the casters are fixed while the other two are swivel-locking casters, which cooks have found helpful when they have to move and secure the grill.
True to the manufacturer’s claim, it lights quickly and there are no flare-ups at all. The grill heats with an even flame. A major plus point of having three burners is that cooks have greater control over the heat generated, and heating takes place evenly and there are fewer hot and cold spots.
Given the size and quick heating of the grill, it is able to cater efficiently to a large gathering. For example, one cook was able to turn out enough food for 12 people in a 40-minute period; ensuring guests were fed and happy. The ability of the porcelain enamel layer to reduce or eliminate flare-ups altogether also lends itself to the quality of food cooked – juices from food cooking above vaporize upon contact with the enamel layer, imparting a delicious, smoky flavor to the food as a result.
The porcelain enamel not only helps to produce tastier food, it also makes the cooking grate much easier to clean. Coupled with the lid-mounted thermometer, it also facilitates faster cooking, allowing the user to enjoy a great meal in almost no time at all.
As well as the grill performs when it comes to cooking, it would be odd not to find a review that doesn’t contain a gripe or two. One grievance that crops up consistently involves the assembly. People who bought this grill have stated that they would greatly appreciate assembly instructions that are more explicit. You can see this grill list as well to explore more brands and models.
The Charcoal Grill
We have the conventional charcoal grill that uses charcoal briquette. Charcoal grill can produce the distinctive taste found in grill-cooked foods, though it is time consuming and more effort needs to be put on cooking with this type of grill. Buying charcoal can also be more expensive than other source of fire power.
The Electric powered grill
Then we also have the Electric powered grill which uses –as the name implies- electricity and is very useful for folks who are city dwellers and are bounded by fire regulations and are not allowed to use charcoal or fire. Although this is convenient by easily starting up the heat it makes food that are nothing compared to the taste made by a charcoal grill mainly because it uses plates heated by electricity, not something that’s natural which can add aroma to the food. The good thing about this grill is that it is smokeless but being smokeless removes the flavorful aroma that the meat should have absorbed to be more tasteful.
The Portable grill
There is also the portable grill which is like a combination between a charcoal-powered or propane powered grill. This type has no particular specification on the type of resources it can use but it is mainly made to be versatile in using any of the two kinds of heat source mentioned above. This is greatly used for picnics and tailgaters since you have a choice to take advantage of being able to cook tasteful burgers using charcoal or less tasty but more efficient by the use of propane gas. However being portable means less size and less size would mean more time cooking and the inability to feed more people at the same time and is definitely not advisable for a big group of people going on a picnic.
The Gas Grill
Lastly we have the gas grill which can either use the bottled propane gas or the natural gas once you are able to tap in your utility provider. Most of the high-end gas grills can be converted from propane user to the natural gas user and vice versa. It was already mentioned above that the charcoal grill makes the most flavorful taste, but using gas for the heat source will not compromise much of the taste and you will still consider the grilled foods delicious.
1 – Weber Genesis E330
Weber Genesis E330 is a breakthrough when it comes to gas grills. Featuring the control knobs in the front for extra control of the heat and 2 great big stainless steel work areas make it simple to keep all of your grilling need within easy reach.
You get perfect sear marks on all your steaks and burgers with the high powered sear station burner which gives you maximum heat without taking away any of the primary grilling space. The sear burner allows you to turn the heat up when required for perfect searing marks.
This also features a side burner that is flush with the rest of the grill, so that you can simmer sauces or gravies for slathering on your favorite dishes. The electronic ignition gives you a quick and easy start every time. You will know exactly how much propane you have thanks to the precision fuel gauge and the enclosed cart keeps it looking great as it hides the liquid propane tank.
The porcelain enameled cast iron cooking grates let you cook with an even amount of heat while making searing marks you can be proud of. The center mounted thermometer ensures the perfect temperature for all of your grilled foods. You will love its look with copper colored steel doors and aluminum end caps that complement the stainless steel. You can learn more about Weber at Grilllist.
2 – Char Broil
Char Broil Heatwave with its infrared cooking is just one more discovery made by Char Broil for an excellent cooking experience. Two troughs are used for channeling the radiant heat into infrared heat that then cooks your steaks, burgers, chops, etc. This provides 100 percent infrared heat for cooking. You will not have to worry about flare ups or charring when you are using it even if you choose to add your own wood chips for a smokier flavor, thanks to the unique design system.
Using an infrared cooking system also means better efficiency and higher heat for cooking with just three burners. The primary cooking area is 550 square inches and also features a side burner for cooking sauces or other lighter dishes on the side.
Two more great features buyers love are the electronic ignition which makes for an easy start up every time and the dual fuel system that allows the grill to be converted to natural gas easily. You will also love the look of the grill in your back yard or on your patio with its slick metallic porcelain top and doors to match. Keep your firebox clean for extra safety and use a cover to extend its life.
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