Property, Apartment Managers Benefit From Installing Stainless Steel Community Grills

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Property managers who oversee condos, apartments and gated living complexes are discovering that installing a quality, stainless steel PGS gas grill brings residents closer together. Accentuating common areas with amenities gives people a reason to gather and bond. These spaces also allow residents a place to bring visiting friends and loved ones to enjoy deliciously grilled outdoor meals. Decision-makers also …

Tips for Buying Your Best Gas Grill

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The days of a gas grill being a throw away outdoor accessory are a thing of the past. Dumping charcoal into a cheap metal bin and dowsing it with lighter fluid just doesn’t make sense when you can enjoy the grilling excellence of a high-quality gas cooking station. The popularity of gas grills has led to new designs that enjoy …

Tips for Buying a Grill That Will Last

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Nothing is better than spending a night outside making a great meal with your very own grill. If you enjoy grilling and making some great food, you will soon realize how important it is to have a quality grill. While many people choose to purchase a lower-priced grill, it often makes far more sense to buy a higher-quality grill that …

Bowl Style Pan Vs Flat Style Pan

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Choosing the right burner can be a bit confusing unless you’re familiar with fire pits and their burner inserts, you probably don’t know the ins and outs of a burner. One of the most confusing parts can be the selection of a Flat Pan or Bowl Pan and what is the best Pan style for your application. Lets take a …

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Our family has always loved the outdoors. I hardly remember a time when the weather was over 60° that we couldn’t be found sitting on our deck or patio, often entertaining friends and family. About 10 years ago, I happened upon a display of built in grills at a local specialty store. Wow! This was something that had never crossed …

Electric or Gas Heaters?

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ELECTRIC OR GAS? When it comes to powering your heaters, there are three traditional types of fuels: Natural Gas, Liquid Propane (Portable), and Electric. While each fuel has its respective pros & cons, here are three main factors to consider: Space confinement and design Availability of utilities Cost of operations

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UNDERSTANDING THE CHALLENGES Since an outdoor area is not a confined space by walls and roof structure, forced air systems are not effective in controlling the ambient temperature. In an outdoor environment, hot air rises and quickly dissipates. Even the slightest breeze will diminish the effect of heating system, making a forced air heating system impossible. THE SOLUTION The only …

The Fundamentals of Smoke

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The Fundamentals of Smoke Smoke is the taste that can’t be mimicked or faked. It transforms even the most lowly of meats, adds complexity, makes a meal worth remembering. Because the Kamado Joe is charcoal-fueled, everything you cook in it will come away subtly changed by smoke, no matter which technique you use. Smoke is the flavor we’re all chasing. …

The Art Of Fire

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The Art of Kamado FIRE TAMED THE WORLD— BECAUSE WITHOUT FIRE, THERE IS NO COOKING Meals began and ended around a fire. Over time, cooking progressed from a simple skewer to a spit to early ovens. These earthenware cooking vessels channeled and controlled the fire’s heat for better flavor. Slowly, the rudimentary cooking vessels evolved around the world, becoming the …