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July 10, 2009 10:39 AM PDT

Weber gas grill keeps the flame going

by Brian Krepshaw

Looks good in any backyard.

(Credit: Sur La Table)

Weber may be the company that perhaps more than any other makes us think of backyard grilling. Their iconic grills in classic black conjure up memories while simultaneously providing anticipation for the future; I look at one and I want to grill. Luckily, Weber has enough options to satisfy any backyard griller.

The Weber Q 300 Gas Grill aims to be a new backyard classic. With value and performance, the gas grill features a good-sized cook top built into a sturdy glass-reinforced nylon frame. The grill itself consists of a cast-aluminum lid and body, while two stainless-steel burners provide the heat. The rust-resistant porcelain-enameled cast-iron cooking grates are capable of feeding enough for a crowd, yet compact enough to facilitate individual cooking.

Folding work tables with tool hooks and a removable catch pan further the utility of this grill. The grill measures 55.5-inches in height with a width of 50.2-inches and a depth of 30-inches. The cart frame also features two oversize wheels for easy maneuverability. A built in thermometer rests neatly in the center of the lid, supplying backyard chefs with needed temperature information. With a 393-square-inch cooking area, the grill offers the space needed for some quality cooking, while keeping in mind versatility for all back yards.

Brian Krepshaw is a member of the CNET Blog Network and is not an employee of CNET.
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by Merkel1 July 15, 2009 3:21 AM PDT
Look cute enough to be part of the Star Wars cast.
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by DJ_Lae July 15, 2009 2:16 PM PDT
I'm a bigger fan of the Q220, although it's a tradeoff - the 300 has a bit more room, but the 220 lifts off its stand and can be carried (by someone large) to the beach or park and run off small propane cylinders.

The 220 is definitely more economical if you're just cooking for two, as it's very easy on the gas.
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by ESKCSG July 16, 2009 10:46 AM PDT
Be sure to check out Weber?s new video series ?Weber Grill Master?. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRN-VTuA0aw Grilling experts Jamie Purviance and Steven Raichlen compare notes on grilling techniques, what inspired these classically trained chefs to pursue the art of cooking with live fire, and find out what led to their biggest grilling mistakes.
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