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WHAT'S COOKING? Whatever your culinary ambitions this summer — low ‘n’ slow meats in a smoker, backyard pizza, or just classic grilled snags — Bunnings has the tools for the task. Who doesn’t love an alfresco cook-up? These days, there’s not only a barbecue to suit every size of space, from a balcony to a generous, sprawling backyard, but there’s also one to suit what you love to cook, too. When you're making your choice, look at the space you have available, and what type of food - and how ~ you like to cook as a starting point. We're sharing some tips to help you on your barbecue-buying journey. Consider the size you need For couples and small families, a two or three burner is generally big enough, while larger families or keen entertainers may prefer the flexibility and capacity of a four or six burner barbie. Where you plan to use the barbecue may also influence the size and style. “Portable barbecues are great for those with limited outdoor space, such as apartment balconies or townhouse courtyards, and allow flexibility to move it to different locations,” says Matt Hoffmann, Bunnings national barbecue and heating buyer. “Alternatively, an in-built barbecue or barbecue kitchen, complete with extra bench space, storage and even a sink, can be a fantastic addition to an outdoor entertaining area.” Fuelling up! Preferred fuel type - gas, electric or charcoal - will also influence which model you choose. “Cooking on quality solid fuels is widely thought to add greater depth of flavour to your cook, while gas barbecues are generally less expensive to run and can get up to cooking temperature more quickly, making them incredibly convenient,” explains Matt. LPG bottles allow portable models to move where desired, while plumbed natural gas is ideal for inbuilt models and ensures you won't run out of gas mid-cook. To assess durability and functionality, Matt recommends looking at the main components and favouring models made from stainless steel, with cast iron burners. Beneficial, user-friendly features include a self-cleaning glass viewing window, side burner, temperature gauge and LED lights. Beyond the barbecue To expand your culinary repertoire, you might also like to explore specialised cooking devices. “If you love the ambience of woodfired cooking, but prefer a simpler method, a gas-fired pizza oven is a great option,” suggests Matt. “It provides fast high temperatures ideal for convenient cooking, without the need for wood or cleaning up ash and soot.” If it's smoky American-style low ‘n’ slow cooking you crave, Matt recommends a wood pellet grill. “It’s easy to use and, with the ability to grill, smoke, bake, roast, sear, braise, chargrill and barbecue, it's far more capable than a traditional charcoal or gas barbecue. Much like an oven, the natural hardwood pellets give you precise temperature control, while dispersed heat and smoke infuses food with a wonderful smoky flavour.” Going big with your barbecue fare? Then consider a spit roaster, which can tackle cuts you might not be able to accommodate in an oven, such as a whole lamb. Barbecue hunter’s checklist FUNCTION: What type of cooking do you want to do: grilling, roasting, baking, smoking? NUMBER OF BURNERS: How many people are you catering for? AESTHETICS: How will it look and is a suitable cover available? FUEL SOURCE: Natural gas, LPG, solid fuel or electric? FEATURES: Does it have functions or accessories that promote convenience, ease of use and varied cooking? For example: a temperature gauge, wok burner, rotisserie attachment, sear burner, hood lighting or self-cleaning. MAINTENANCE: Is it easy to clean and look after? PRICE ls it within your budget? With wood-burning appliances such as pizza ovens, avoid burning any timbers that have been painted, stained or treated with preservatives. Outdoor Living 2022-23 65
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