New to smoking on a BBQ? If you’re wondering what you can smoke with a gas grill, look no further. Smoking on a BBQ is a great way to create some of the most flavorful barbecue you’ve ever had. A dedicated smoker may be the ultimate smoking machine, but with a few tools, you can easily smoke just about any food on a charcoal and gas grill as well, including both propane and natural gas grills. All you need is a smoker box and some wood chips. We’ve already covered how to turn a gas grill into a smoker and how to smoke meat on a gas grill, but there’s no limit to smoking on a BBQ (though ..read more

When a member of the Grill Spot content team received a free (but very rusty) gas grill from her local Buy Nothing Project group, we knew we had to document and share the process of restoring this not-so-old-but-never-been-cleaned barbecue to its original grill glory. Whether you’re the lucky recipient of a free grill or you’re finally getting down to the business of deep cleaning your own rusty barbecue, rust doesn’t always signal the end of a grill’s life. Even if your grill seems rusted beyond repair, don’t despair—there’s a good chance your rusty grill is entirely repairable with a bit of ..read more

Many grillers seek the classic BBQ flavor of charcoal grilling, but prefer the convenience and precision of gas grills. If you’re seeking the best of both worlds, you might be wondering “can I use charcoal briquettes in a gas grill?” As avid barbecue lovers, we understand the thrill of experimenting with different grilling techniques in the quest to achieve that delectable smoky flavor and charred perfection. While gas grills offer simplicity and precision, there’s an undeniable allure to the rich taste that comes from traditional charcoal grilling. Flavor is probably the #1 reason people wan ..read more

Don’t get us wrong—we love rotisserie chicken. Whole spit roasted chickens are popular for good reason, but they are only the tip of the rotisserie “iceberg.” If you’re getting tired of rotisserie chicken and your woefully underused rotisserie kit is collecting dust, it’s time to break it out and try some new recipes. Whole chickens may be the flagship choice, but rotisseries are extremely useful BBQ tools you can use to grill up a multitude of delicious treats, from different cuts of meat to vegetables and even fruit. So, what else can you cook on a rotisserie? In this post, we’ll share 13 o ..read more

Setting up a gas grill is pretty straightforward—simply fire up the burners you need, wait a few minutes for your barbecue to reach the right temp, and you’re good to go. Charcoal grills, on the other hand, take a bit more prep and planning. From choosing the right charcoal to arranging the coals for optimal heat distribution, there’s more to setting up a charcoal grill than hitting an igniter button. The process can seem a bit intimidating if you’ve never used a charcoal grill before, but the basics are actually quite simple. Whether you’re new to grilling entirely or just new to charcoal ..read more

Tired of running back and forth between your grill and your oven to cook your side dishes? Sick of stuff slipping through your grill grates, never to be seen again? We’ve all been there. But with a grill basket (or two), no one needs to sprint around or lament the loss of wayward food again. A grill basket is an excellent tool to add to your arsenal of accessories and an easy way to enhance your grilling repertoire. Grill baskets make it possible to grill a greater range of food items, including smaller pieces that would otherwise slip through the grates and burn up, such as vegetables, shri ..read more

The choice of charcoal can make all the difference between a mediocre cookout and a mouthwatering masterpiece. But even if you use it routinely when you grill, barbecue charcoal may feel like a bit of a mystery. If you’re new to charcoal grilling (or grilling in general), choosing the right kind of charcoal can be a daunting decision. There are countless varieties to choose from, all with different shapes and different compositions, and narrowing down your choices can seem downright impossible if you aren’t familiar with the ins and outs of each variety. Just as a chef carefully selects the ..read more

Temperature is one of the most important aspects of grilling. The ambient temperature of your grill, the temperature of your cooking zones, and the temperature of the food are all key to ensuring you can serve up the best possible version of the dish you are cooking. Enter an essential grilling tool: BBQ thermometers. BBQ thermometers help you confirm that you are cooking at the right temperature and getting your food up to its safe zone without overcooking. The trouble is there are a lot of different types of grill thermometers out there, so how do you know which one is right for you? In thi ..read more

Moving bulky items is always a stressful experience, especially when they can be used to start fires like your trusty grill. Whether you’re moving house or transporting a grill for any other reason, we’re here to answer any questions you may have about how to move a gas grill. Moving bulky items is always a stressful experience, especially when they can be used to start fires like your trusty grill. Whether you’re moving house or transporting a grill for any other reason, we’re here to answer any questions you may have about how to move a gas grill. Here’s some good news: gas grills are actua ..read more

Making a holiday gift list and checking it twice? The holiday season is fast approaching and it’s time to start filling your pack with BBQ gifts for the good grillers in your life. Everyone has someone on their list who is hard to shop for—someone whose gift only gets chosen after staring at the aisles or the screen for 20 minutes (or more) and sighing “I don’t know!” before randomly selecting something. We’ve all been there. With their grill tucked away for the winter and snow starting to fly, grill gifts may not be the first thing you think of for those difficult-to-buy-for people in your l ..read more