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Alfresco BBQ Grill Review

Dr. Grill — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 18:01:00 +0000

Alfresco LX2 47″ Freestanding gas grill – $6,600

Alfresco’s LX2 47” gas grill has 770 square-inches of cooking space, an integrated rotisserie and halogen lighting to help illuminate the hole your wallet has burned through your pocket

TEC BBQ Grill Review Cherokee Portable Grill

Dr. Grill — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 17:57:42 +0000

Cherokee^® FR – TEC’s Infrared Portable

This compact portable gas grill makes TEC’s super moist, charbroil taste more affordable than ever! The new Cherokee FR is small and light enough to travel with you anywhere-on your next hunting or fishing trip, picnicking at the beach or tailgating with your family at the game. Now you can enjoy the same state-of-the-art infrared technology found in our full size residential and commercial grills in a high performance portable.

The Cherokee provides one-half the grilling surface of our full-size two burner models in a less expensive cabinet. Because it cooks with the speed of infrared energy and distributes heat evenly across the grilling surface you’ll find that this portable can cook more food than traditional convection style grills three and four times its size.

It is fueled with a 16.4 oz. disposable LP gas cylinder making it ideal for patio and balcony use in attached living areas where large gas tanks and charcoal are prohibited. However, the Cherokee can also be used with a 20 lb. LP gas tank (regulator sold separately) or converted to Natural Gas with a TEC Natural Gas conversion kit.

Technological Benefits of the Cherokee^® FR

> 100% Infrared Grilling

TEC’s original ceramic infrared technology, introduced in the 1980’s, was a great improvement over conventional grilling. Conventional grills use convective burners that cook with hot air that dries out food. But TEC’s ceramic burners cooked with 50% infrared heat (and 50% hot air) so food retained more of its natural juices. This is because everything in nature, including food, has a moisture boundary that surrounds it, and infrared energy can penetrate food and cook it without disturbing this moisture boundary. Hot air cannot do this, and once it disturbs the moisture boundary, the food begins to dry out as it cooks. All other infrared grilling systems today use TEC’s original ceramic technology that cooks with 50% hot air, but TEC’s new FR Series grills employ patented 100% infrared cooking systems that cook food without using any hot air so food retains the maximum amount of moisture. As a result, moisture loss and food shrinkage are reduced by up to 30% – even well done meats remain tender and juicy.

> Uniform Distribution of Heat – No Hot or Cold Spots

Infrared heat is by nature non-uniform. TEC’s original ceramic burners, employed by other grill companies today, cannot distribute heat evenly and they produce a hot spot at the center of the burner. But TEC’s new all stainless burners have specially configured apertures that distribute heat evenly across the cooking grids. All other grills sold today, whether they are infrared or not, have hot and/or cold spots, but every square inch of cooking surface of the new TEC grills is available for grilling. You can cover the entire cooking grid area with steaks, chicken or hamburgers, and each piece will be cooked exactly the same.

> Enhanced Charbroil Flavor

An important part of TEC’s patented infrared technology is the radiant glass panels located between the burner and the cooking grids. These panels, like the glass designed for residential stovetops, are developed to withstand high temperatures. Although they keep the burners clean by protecting them from the debris and drippings associated with grilling, their major function is to produce an outdoor grilled flavor. The radiant glass works much like charcoal. When drippings from food touch the surface of the heated glass, they are incinerated, producing a smoky vapor that infuses food with a charbroil taste. Expensive marinades can be poured on food while grilling without wasting them because any excess that drips on the glass sizzles into steam that becomes part of the smoky vapor.

> Virtually Flare Proof

TEC’s FR (flame resistant) grills are virtually flare proof. The radiant glass panels are located above the burner flame, and the cooking grids rest directly on top of the glass panels. This close positioning eliminates the oxygen required for flare-ups. Normal amounts of grease that are produced from grilling the fatty, more flavorful parts of meat, as well as oils from marinades, do not cause flare-ups when they are incinerated by the glass panels because there is no oxygen to ignite a flame.

> Unprecedented Range of Cooking Intensity

Most people associate infrared grilling with high temperature searing. This is because TEC’s original ceramic burners have little turn down capability. They only run hot, and that’s a great thing. Other grill companies that use TEC’s original infrared ceramic technology typically build hybrid units – grills that employ ceramic burners on one side of the grill, usually called the “Sear Zone”, and convection style burners on the other side that cook at lower temperatures but use hot air that dries out food. TEC’s new grilling system is not only 100% infrared, it has an unprecedented range of cooking intensity that allows you to smoke a turkey on low fire (200 degrees F) and sear a steak on high (800 degrees F). It heats up quickly too – ready to be used within 7 minutes after lighting when the hood is closed.

> 100% Stainless Steel Burners

The ceramic burners used in other infrared grilling systems today are known to be fragile – susceptible to moisture damage and impact breakage. But TEC’s patented stainless steel infrared burners are ultra-tough and built to last. These burners have been cycled in laboratory testing for thousands of hours and have proven to be virtually indestructible.

> Fuel Efficient Green Grilling

TEC’s patent and patent pending burner systems are the most fuel-efficient burner systems ever developed for grilling. In fact, laboratory tests indicate that TEC’s grills are over 50% more energy efficient than traditional convection grills. And because the amount of harmful emissions produced by a burner is directly proportional to the amount of fuel the burner consumes, TEC grills also reduce emissions by 50% or more.

Special Features of the Cherokee^® FR

Handcrafted in America
Brushed Aluminum outer surface
Certified for use on any surface, including wood
Easy to transport
Electronic Ignition
304 heavy-duty stainless steel burner and cooking grid
Removable ash tray
Self cleaning surface protects burner and eliminates messy cleanup
Removable interior trim panels simplify cleaning
Allows for conventional cooking as well as grilling – cookware can be placed directly on the cooking grids or radiant glass panel

Specifications

212 square inches of grilling surface
304 stainless steel burner – 13,500 BTU/hr – LP
Uses 16.4 disposable LP cylinder (regulator included)
Can be used with a 20 lb. LP tank (regulator sold separately)
Dimensions 23 1/2″ W x 11″ H x 17″ D
Weight 28 lbs.

Weber Spirit E-310 review

Dr. Grill — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 01:20:51 +0000

The 2010 Weber Spirit models carry over from last year without many changes. Weber brought back the retired Weber Spirit name in 2007 for its entry-level grills when the company added the new Genesis E Series, which sits in between the Spirit and Summit Series.

The Weber Spirit E-310 is the perfect size for most families who need a good, dependable grill. It has three separately controlled burners, an enclosed cart with stainless steel doors to hold the propane tank, two thermostat plastic work surfaces (one with built-in tool holders), a condiment tray basket and a built-in thermometer. The Spirit E-310 also has Weber’s very dependable electronic crossover ignition system, which usually lights every time on the first try and will work for years. The Spirit E-310 also cooks very evenly across the entire gill, so you won’t have the hot and cool spots commonly found on cheaper brands.

The other great thing about the Weber Spirit E-310 is that it’s easy to assemble. Take advantage of the tax savings and free shipping available from many online vendors and have it delivered to your home. You can assemble it in about 10-15 minutes.

Weber Genesis EP-310 review

Dr. Grill — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 17:23:56 +0000

The Weber genesis is one of the most popular grills available today. Check out some of the basic specs below and search our shop for weber genesis covers, parts, and accessories

3 Stainless steel burners

42,000 BTU-per-hour input

Electronic Crossover® ignition system

7mm diameter stainless steel rod cooking grates

Stainless steel Flavorizer® bars

Primary cooking area = 507 sq. in.

Warming rack area = 130 sq. in.

Total cooking area = 637 sq. in.

Tank not included with LP models

Natural gas grill includes a 10-foot flexible hose

6 Tool holders

Limited warranty

Weber® cookbook

Brinkmann BBQ Grill Replacement Parts

Dr. Grill — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 20:17:10 +0000

Its that time of year again… As we clean off our grill from a long winter nap and get it ready for a busy spring grilling season.

As you get your bbq grill ready you may notice that it’s not working as well as it used to, or has stopped working all together. If that’s the case you may be interested in getting some replacement parts to fix your grill instead of getting a new one.

if that is the case consider the following information about Brinkmann replacement parts.

Replacement Parts

The Brinkmann Corporation is dedicated to delivering quality customer service to our patrons. To that end we have developed an extensive Replacement Parts section.

In the event that you cannot locate the replacement part you are searching for or have difficulties defining what product you need for replacement, Customer Service Representatives are standing by to assist you. Please feel free to contact our Customer Operations Department at (800) 527-0717 during regular business hours Monday through Friday from 8:30 to 5:00 Central Standard Time. If you wish to contact us after hours, the Contact Brinkmann section provides you with an online form to facilitate communication.

Lynx BBQ Grills

Dr. Grill — Sat, 09 Jan 2010 20:37:25 +0000

Company History
The timing was perfect. When Lynx Professional Grills was started in 1996, the company was committed to elevating outdoor cooking to new levels. At that time, outdoor cooking meant barbecue grills. But within a few years, the trend for outdoor living took off with Lynx perfectly positioned to capitalize on the demand for luxury outdoor kitchens.

The creation of Lynx Professional Grills was the vision of a group of people who, for more than 30 years, had been manufacturing stainless steel products for the commercial restaurant industry under the brand BECA. These products were engineered to stand up to heavy use and the test of time, the same “design elements” needed for outdoor kitchen products, which must endure extreme weather conditions.

The founders of Lynx Professional Grills were committed to incorporating the same high standards used for commercial restaurant kitchen products – quality materials, fine craftsmanship and innovation – into the company’s collection of luxury outdoor kitchen products and accessories for the consumer.

When Lynx products were introduced, the company sold the Lynx Professional Grill (free standing and built-in models), access door, side burners and a cocktail station, which were built exclusively for outdoor use. Made of stainless steel, the eye-catching grill set the standard for form and function, delivering such a great cooking experience that it soon became known as the “world’s greatest grill.” Consumers loved that it was easy to clean, too. Because it’s manufactured using a special welding technique, the grill has no gaps or seams where moisture and grease can collect.

The Lynx family of products soon expanded when the outdoor living trend emerged. To help consumers create the luxurious outdoor kitchen of their dreams, Lynx introduced a line of additional products built for durability and performance – and all with the company’s trademark sleek stainless steel look.

Today, the Lynx Professional Grill is available in five models (built-in and free standing), ranging in size from 27 to 54 inches. The company’s comprehensive product lineup includes a Cocktail Pro cocktail station; outdoor refrigerator; outdoor ice machine; burners, including side burners, double side burner prep-center and ProSear™ side burner; warming drawer and convenience center with warming drawer; access doors; utility drawers; trash center; and additional accessories such as towel dispenser, towel bar, griddle plate, sliding tank tray and custom covers.

Since its launch, Lynx has set the standard for design, innovation and engineering excellence, introducing proprietary technologies and custom features to ensure consumers have the ultimate Lynx experience.

With continuous innovation a hallmark of the company, Lynx’s design engineers have continually introduced a long list of “firsts” to the industry while others follow. They are constantly seeking to add enhancements to existing products to make what is already a great cooking experience for consumers, an even better one.

This dedication to innovation has resulted in such advances as Lynx’s hood assist kit, which makes lifting and lowering the grill’s hood effortless; the Lynx ProSear variable infrared burner, for cooking at high and low temperatures, and the use of cast brass burners for holding and radiating high temperatures.

Lynx outdoor kitchen products embrace fine craftsmanship, and the company is proud of its highly trained employees who have developed their skills over many years of employment with Lynx Grills.