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36 <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Wednesday <strong>September</strong> <strong>21</strong> <strong>2022</strong><br />
HOME PROFESSIONALS<br />
Time to think about<br />
the barbecue season<br />
Gone are the days when choosing a<br />
barbecue was an easy task. Now, with<br />
spring in the air, it is time to think<br />
seriously about either replacing that old<br />
version that is rusting away in the back<br />
yard or buying your first one to make<br />
the most of the fine weather and the<br />
opportunity to cook outdoors.<br />
There are so many different ones that<br />
making a decision can be difficult. The<br />
first step is having a think about what<br />
you will use the barbecue for.<br />
If you will usually be cooking for<br />
your family you don’t need the largest<br />
version in the show room with all the<br />
bells and whistles. If however you are<br />
often the host for large family functions<br />
or get-togethers with friends, then that<br />
might be just what you need and they<br />
often include roasting, smoking and<br />
baking options.<br />
For some people having a portable<br />
one is the perfect choice. You can use<br />
it at home but also put it in the car and<br />
take it with you when you are camping<br />
or going for a picnic at the beach.<br />
Some versions have removable legs so<br />
it can sit neatly on a picnic or outdoor<br />
table. They are also a great choice if<br />
you only have a small outdoor patio or<br />
courtyard.<br />
The two basic barbecue designs are<br />
the round kettle which uses both direct<br />
and indirect heat or the flat top grip<br />
which cooks using direct heat only.<br />
Another important question is<br />
budget and prices can vary. Often<br />
the cheaper versions are made from<br />
painted steel so will not last as long<br />
as those made from powder coated or<br />
stainless steel. Also think about the<br />
cost of accessories when working out<br />
a budget. Extras like rotisseries, side<br />
burners, built in thermometers,<br />
hood lights and glass<br />
windows can all add to the<br />
cost.<br />
Whether you are<br />
upgrading or buying<br />
your first barbecue it<br />
pays to pre-plan what you<br />
are looking for before you<br />
visit your local retailer and<br />
also ask the salesperson lots<br />
of questions so you choose the<br />
right one to meet your needs.<br />
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