BBQ Equipment: The Art of Fine Grilling



Like most methods of cooking, barbecuing is an art, not a science. Sure, there is some science involved in concocting sauces, and a lot of mathematics involved in calculating temperatures, but for the most part, there is no one right way of grilling - the finished product is a result of the character of the griller. But there are a few essentials tools for every grilling experience - for example, a grill.

However, the nature of the grill itself, and specifics of the other pieces of BBQ equipment, is left up to the griller. A dedicated griller will probably have a complete arsenal of tools and tricks, while the typical backyard griller will have a smaller, more self-contained grilling unit. But in the end, it is the destination, not the journey, that matters, and if the end result is good-tasting food, then all BBQ equipment is useful.

Creating Perfection

The most essential piece of BBQ equipment is the grill itself. Grills can come in any number of sizes, from small one-layered porch grills to huge, multi-tiered grills with warming trays and specific areas for smoking and marinating. The size of the grill depends on the needs of the griller