Gizmodo: charcoal

What Type Of Grill Do You Prefer?

Sean Fallon — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 16:20:00 EDT

The weather is starting to get nicer and that means it's time to start busting out the grill. So, I must ask the age old question: what type of grill do you prefer?

60 Second Charcoal Starter is Not a Bunch Of Hot Air...Wait, Yes It Is

Sean Fallon — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 17:50:25 EST

I think that most people will agree that charcoal grilled burgers taste better, but getting those little briquette bastards to light can be more trouble than it is worth. Fortunately, there are dangerous man-tools out there that can help get the job done. Hammacher has just such a device—in fact, they claim that their starter can ignite charcoal in 60 seconds without lighter fluid using air that is heated to 1,290 degrees Fahrenheit. Unfortunately, that kind of power requires an AC wall outlet, so you will be on a short leash when grilling outdoors. Available for $80. [Hammacher via Uberreview via DVICE]

Eva Solo Gas Grill

Charlie White — Wed, 19 Jul 2006 11:14:25 EDT

Grilling with gas is the way to go even if you have to use a propane tank, and here's a gas version of the Eva Solo Barrel Grill that hides that funky-looking canister out of sight where no one will be the wiser. The grill is all stainless steel through and through, and has a minimalist look that might go well with your trendy outdoor kitchen. It has a protective top that lets the grill double as a patio table, and three burners to keep that steak sizzlin'.

We're liking this gas version of an already-chic design from Eva Solo. If only it were available in a natural gas version, which would make it almost worry-free. Either way, gas is good. Why waste your time futzing with all that messy and unpredictable charcoal or wood when the food just ends up tasting vaguely of lighter fluid? After all, the charcoal-broiled taste is a result of burning fat, anyway. Everybody knows that, don't they? – Charlie White

Product Page [Eva Solo]