With clear skies and sunshine, outdoor entertaining transforms a simple meal into a celebration. A barbecue embodies the essence of summer gatherings, from the glow of coals to smoky aromas. As National BBQ Week approaches (25-31 May), now is the time to upgrade your equipment.
For small spaces, a hybrid barbecue (dual fuel) offers the aesthetic of charcoal with the convenience of electric. It heats quickly, has variable temperature control, non-stick plates and a warming rack – ideal for a bijou balcony.
For larger parties, a gas barbecue with a 32-burger capacity, sear burner, side burner, warming rack and rotisserie for spit-roasted chicken or lamb is perfect. IKEA’s flexible modules allow a bespoke outdoor kitchen with a four-burner gas barbecue and built-in thermometer.
Char-Broil’s three-in-one compact model features two grilling zones for pizza, steak or kebabs, with a griddle, pizza riser and removable tiles. A four-burner gas barbecue with multiple cast-iron grids, side burner and modular options like a pizza stone or paella pan caters for 15 people, with InstaClean Aqua Pro for easy cleaning.
The iconic Big Green Egg, a kamado-style charcoal grill, maintains heat and moisture, cooking six chickens or fish like sea bass. Jamie Oliver’s slate griddle, featured in his Perfect Match Quiz, offers a fun lid-up theatre and generous cooktop for skewered meats and chicken wings.
