grill

Conquer kitchen fear with the strength of a grill

Not everybody enjoys cooking. I know, I know. It seems like a crazy thing to believe, impossible even; yet strange as it may sound, it happens to be true. For those who find the kitchen akin to a torture chamber, they look upon kitchen gadgets and appliances as something clearly designed to cause pain, while the rest of us see only possibilities of meals to be. While no appliance can eliminate the waves of terror that some may feel when faced with an approaching mealtime and no cash on hand for delivery, perhaps having one customizable multitasker can help make … Read more

Sharper waffles, paninis, and grilled goodies

Kitchen appliances have grown to be incredibly versatile machines capable of easily making anything from soup to roasted nuts. Having the right tool for the job ensures that whatever you have a craving for, a kitchen appliance can handle it. Unfortunately, sometimes we just need to settle. Want waffles, but don't have a waffle maker? Pancakes might just have to do instead. Unless, of course, you have one appliance that can do both (and a whole bunch of other stuff, too).

The Sharper Image Super Grill ($99.99) is a multipurpose countertop kitchen appliance designed to be used from … Read more

Are you ready for some tailgating?

Fall may or may not be in the air in the part of the country where you happen to live, but another aspect of the season is definitely live no matter where you call home: football. From back yards to parks to stadium parking lots, the oddly shaped ball is being tossed back and forth, and the players are sure to be working up an appetite. Luckily, there is one thing (well, in addition to beer) that is the perfect accompaniment to football games everywhere. I speak of course, of tailgating.

If you are ready for some tailgating, the Cuisinart CCG-400 Charcoal Grill-On-The-GoRead more

Grill with your lid on

Indoor grills offer a quick and easy way to prepare a variety of meals. Throw in the versatility of a griddle as well, and suddenly you have a machine that's capable of breakfast, lunch, and dinner. From bacon and eggs in the morning to steaks, burgers, and chops at night, grill and griddle combinations offer a complete solution for cooking throughout the day.

The Viante Indoor Grill with Griddle Plate combines convenience and versatility into one countertop appliance, and costs around $200. With a 200-square-inch cooking surface, the unit provides plenty of room and is capable of preparing entire … Read more

Grill it, smoke it, or roast it

Patio cooking has never been easier. Any number of appliances are available that are designed to bring food and the great outdoors (or at least the back yard) together. It's no longer simply a matter of burgers and hot dogs when considering cooking out of doors. Now choices exist where anyone with the inclination could get an outdoor smoker, or roaster, or a grill. Or one appliance that does all of the above.

The Char-Broil Big Easy Smoker, Roaster and Grill is a combination propane-powered appliance that takes the versatility of the kitchen and sets it free. The vertically-oriented … Read more

Dial into this portable electric grill

There are two ways to go when grilling: go all out and work up a sweat over every little detail, or keep it simple and take the no fuss, no muss approach. Both are equally valid. It is easy to get carried away when it comes to the grill. From secret rubs and marinades to unique preparation methods, outdoor grilling is one area of cooking where there is no end to elaborate systems. Sometimes however, having ultimate control is as easy as dialing in a number.

The Outdoor Great Room Company Stainless Steel 20-Inch Electric Cook Number Grill is a … Read more

Toaster bags let you toast pizza, more

Ever wanted a grilled cheese sandwich but didn't have time to do anything but stick some bread in the toaster? That simple act can translate into a grilled cheese sandwich if you're willing to put cheese between your slices of bread and find a way to keep it from dripping into the toaster. The NoStick Toast It Toaster Bags can keep your cheese contained, along with other sandwich fixings. The bags are made from a heat-resistant material that can be reused up to 50 times and works well with any type of toaster.

The NoStick Toast It Toaster … Read more

A gas grill ready to roll

Grilling out at picnics, camp-outs and other locations far from home often requires carting along heavy bags of charcoal or searching for an electrical outlet. The O Portable Gas Grill relies on standard propane cylinders for heat, making for a lightweight solution that is self-contained. The design makes for easy transport: the clamshell-shaped grill folds up and has a carry handle. The legs fold in so that you don't have to worry about them catching on something as you're carrying the grill. It's light enough that you'll likely be able to manage this grill with just … Read more

Buffet server turns into a grill

Indoor grills have a way of showing up in the most unexpected of places. They are convenient and versatile in their own right, but when they are integrated with another countertop appliance, they can suddenly become must-have gadgets. However, sometimes a grill comes combines with another appliance that is surprising and unexpected, and doesn't appear to be necessary--until it is needed, that is.

Even as far as specialty appliances go, the E-ware 8K103 buffet style two-in-one grill is still somewhat out of the blue. After all, a combined buffet server/indoor grill probably isn't on the top of … Read more

Grill how you want to

Summer is in full swing, and not surprisingly, we all are spending more time outside. While parks and beaches will always be popular destinations during the hot weather months, sometimes we need travel no further than the backyard for fun in the sun. One of the more enjoyable aspects of a backyard cookout is the anticipation of the meal to come--and more and more that meal can rival anything the kitchen inside can produce.

The Capital Precision Series 30-Inch propane gas grill on cart is a workhorse for the backyard. The versatile grill combines convenience and features, supplying the power … Read more