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Read our privacy notice . Summer is when barbecuing comes into its own, but with the right machine, you can grill at any time of year. The BBQ market is huge with models of every type vying for our attention - and our cash.
While cooking food over fire has existed for centuries, it was only in the mid-1950s that the modern charcoal BBQ grill burst onto the scene. In around 70 years, barbecuing in the summer months has become a religion for many countries: the US, Australia, South Africa, and of course, the UK. There are starter kettle BBQs for basic cooking, smart BBQs that offer hi-tech extras to help you nail your feast, portable devices for grillin’ on the go and dual fuel beasts that offer ways to cook with gas and charcoal .
BBQ smokers add intense flavour to cuts while ceramic BBQs, modelled on ancient Japanese fire cooking methods, are the most status-affirming orbs since Fabergé released its coveted eggs. With so many choices on offer, picking your perfect BBQ grill is challenging, to say the least. The right one boils down to the individual and your needs, from outside space and household size to what fare you will typically cook on your grill.
Are you organised enough to remember to stock up on.
