Gas BBQ/Grilling

davegilly · 08-05-2020 1:52pm

glic83 wrote: »

I've seen the Broil king getting recommended here, build quality supposed to be excellent, and 3 burner for 520

https://aroomoutside.ie/collections/gas-barbecue-grills/products/bk-gem-340-with-side-burner

I'd get this over the two burner weber as well. Way more bang for your buck and its much better built. Spend the change on your accessories then.

whippet · 08-05-2020 1:56pm

Deleted User wrote: »

No worries at all- the Weber 210 certainly will put you right for those needs - remember you’ll be buying a propane gas canister maybe a cast iron dish (very useful) and as you say some budget for a nice seating area too- you’re right gas is great for the instant no mess- in the middle of winter it’s great to be able to sear a few steaks in a matter of minutes - and of course you have your smoky still to explore - very best of luck whatever decision you make

I might stretch to the Spirit II e-320.

The cast iron dish is a must have for me - to do fish, eggs etc. The pizza stone would be useful for the kids.

I redesigned my kitchen last year and have sliding doors now right out on to the patio so winter cooking outside would be great

covey123 · 08-05-2020 2:03pm

Anyone use their own wood for smoking on Gas BBQ?
Cut down a few crab apple trees a few months back,and from what I can find online its the same wood on all apple trees,with fruit trees supposed to be one of the better ones for smoking,so thinking of giving it a try once the wood seasons a bit longer.
Anyone try this already?

dendof · 08-05-2020 2:59pm

Took delivery of my Weber this morning. Assembled there and noticed regulator is propane. Last gas bbq was butane so had some of that left over.
I did keep the old butane regulator but I don't really want to go messing with sealed hose to try and save a few quid. My best option to just get propane gas? Is there any difference to be aware of when asking?

**Quick search of thread seems I need propane alright. Hopefully standard type when I head over to get some

Pipmae · 08-05-2020 3:13pm

I'm only reading this thread for the first time so I'm on catch up.

Another place in Dublin that sells Weber is Jones Garden Centre, Donabate. Their website isn't great - get them on FB or over the phone.

I bought a Spirit E-310 there a few weeks ago for €599 with a free cover. I'm not sure if they've any in stock now. I was given free delivery but I'm fairly local to them - I don't know what they'd charge otherwise.

So far so good with it. It's a lot hotter than our previous HS&M one that died a couple of months ago. I found when you filled the grill on that one it stewed the food rather than BBQ'd it if you get me.

A BBQ is used all year around in this house so I'm glad now we invested in a Weber.

hero25 · 08-05-2020 3:41pm

came across this. Looks to be a good offer including the accessroies: https://www.fernhill.ie/product/234/genesis-ii-e-310-black#delivery-link & nationwide delivery

Cyrus · 08-05-2020 3:45pm

hero25 wrote: »

came across this. Looks to be a good offer including the accessroies: https://www.fernhill.ie/product/234/genesis-ii-e-310-black#delivery-link & nationwide delivery

thats a weber deal, so buy it anywhere and you get that, only til 15 may i think

Frank11 · 08-05-2020 4:23pm

heldel00 wrote: »

....... so I'm sure you'll have yours much quicker. Enjoy

I just took delivery

heldel00 · 08-05-2020 4:28pm

Frank11 wrote: »

I just took delivery

Not even despatched yet. Raging because tomorrow is giving for a scorcher!
Enjoy

dendof · 08-05-2020 5:36pm

dendof wrote: »

Took delivery of my Weber this morning. Assembled there and noticed regulator is propane. Last gas bbq was butane so had some of that left over.
I did keep the old butane regulator but I don't really want to go messing with sealed hose to try and save a few quid. My best option to just get propane gas? Is there any difference to be aware of when asking?

**Quick search of thread seems I need propane alright. Hopefully standard type when I head over to get some

Went and got propane for BBQ. Told just the one type. Came home and of course it doesn't fit. So I was either given the wrong one, or it's me asking for the wrong one.
Does anyone know what the correct one to get is, or am I missing something obvious?

Pipmae · 08-05-2020 5:50pm

dendof wrote: »

Does anyone know what the correct one to get is, or am I missing something obvious?

I use the Flogas patio gas which is propane - it's in a light yellow/dark cream bottle. It fitted straight away. I got it in my local Centra.

dendof · 08-05-2020 5:53pm

dendof wrote: »

Took delivery of my Weber this morning. Assembled there and noticed regulator is propane. Last gas bbq was butane so had some of that left over.
I did keep the old butane regulator but I don't really want to go messing with sealed hose to try and save a few quid. My best option to just get propane gas? Is there any difference to be aware of when asking?

**Quick search of thread seems I need propane alright. Hopefully standard type when I head over to get some

Cheers. So I guess there's different types of propane bottles then. Looked at patio gas cylinder online there and that looks to be it alright

doctorchopper · 08-05-2020 6:04pm

dendof wrote: »

Cheers. So I guess there's different types of propane bottles then. Looked at patio gas cylinder online there and that looks to be it alright

Yes, it's patio gas bottle that you need

doctorchopper · 08-05-2020 6:11pm

whippet wrote: »

Cheers for taking the time to respond. I suppose the main reason I was looking for Gas was the ability to just turn it on and it being easy to regulate temps.

it will mainly be just for a family of four - occasionally some guests - not many.

I will be holding on to the Webber kettle bbq so this will still give me the option to go low and slow over coals.

I am now thinking that the Genisis was probably overkill - I have about €1000 to play with (it's a birthday present to myself) and that the Spirit 210 would be a good size and option - and then using the rest of the budget to get a few accessories and a decent side table / bench to prep food etc.

You won't regret spending the extra and getting the genisis, i had a spirit 210, it was a excellent bbq but no comparison to my current genisis s330. The lid on the genisis is twice the weight and holds the heat much nicer. side burner is handy as well

salmocab · 08-05-2020 6:37pm

dendof wrote: »

Cheers. So I guess there's different types of propane bottles then. Looked at patio gas cylinder online there and that looks to be it alright

Yeah you need patio gas, it’s in I think they grey for calor or an off cream for flo gas I think

dendof · 08-05-2020 6:47pm

salmocab wrote: »

Yeah you need patio gas, it’s in I think they grey for calor or an off cream for flo gas I think

Yip, up and running now. Now to decide what to cook first on it!

jos28 · 08-05-2020 7:42pm

There won't be an oven in the house used this weekend judging by all the BBQs being ordered

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I took delivery of the Weber EO 210 today, couldn't resist after Plenty posted that link. Very nice company to deal with and fast delivery. It's probably too small for all you hard core BBQers but it ideal for what we need. Easy enough to assemble, the instructions were very good.
It came with the free cast iron grates, should I use those all the time instead of the lighter enamel ones ? I've looked for videos on how to use them but can't find anything. Any advice much appreciated

doctorchopper · 08-05-2020 8:06pm

Cast iron ones are much better to use and way easier to keep clean

AEH1984 · 08-05-2020 8:08pm

In regards to the wood chips for the smokers.

Are you supposed to replace the chips after each use or is it a case of the longer they're used the better the smoke?

Complete novice but wouldn't mind giving it a go.

doctorchopper · 08-05-2020 8:35pm

AEH1984 wrote: »

In regards to the wood chips for the smokers.

Are you supposed to replace the chips after each use or is it a case of the longer they're used the better the smoke?

Complete novice but wouldn't mind giving it a go.

They will turn to ash after a long use.

august12 · 08-05-2020 9:48pm

Please help me decide between these two,

Char-Broil-Patio-Bistro-180B-TRU-Infrared

WEBER® Q 1200 GAS GRILL

08-05-2020 10:56pm

august12 wrote: »

Please help me decide between these two,

Char-Broil-Patio-Bistro-180B-TRU-Infrared

WEBER® Q 1200 GAS GRILL

If the weber comes with the cart, the weber would be my choice. Apparently the Char-Broil might be a bit of a challenge to assemble so keep that in mind.

I looked at the Weber years ago- i couldn't figure out how the gas burner remains clear/clean from food droppings as the one in this series I looked at appeared to have quite exposed burners without any flavourising bars covering the exposed gas burner- maybe they've changed the design since as that was about 5 years ago.

patsat · 08-05-2020 11:29pm

Bit the bullet on the weber 210 deal from A room outside today. Collected it shortly after with a pizza stone and had 2 sirloins on it within the hour!

Where should a novice go to to learn the ropes on different cooking methods and stuff?

Weber's website is good. Anywhere else?

august12 · 09-05-2020 12:39am

[Deleted User] wrote: »

If the weber comes with the cart, the weber would be my choice. Apparently the Char-Broil might be a bit of a challenge to assemble so keep that in mind.

I looked at the Weber years ago- i couldn't figure out how the gas burner remains clear/clean from food droppings as the one in this series I looked at appeared to have quite exposed burners without any flavourising bars covering the exposed gas burner- maybe they've changed the design since as that was about 5 years ago.

I think the burners are still exposed on the weber, whereas they don't seem to be on the other one.

09-05-2020 6:23am

august12 wrote: »

I think the burners are still exposed on the weber, whereas they don't seem to be on the other one.

It seems to get good enough reviews- one website advocates the Q1300- apparently a much bigger cooking area for not much more money- is it for camping you’re buying it or as a home patio or balcony BBQ?

Henry Ford III · 09-05-2020 10:46am

Stumbled across this thread - what a great idea!

I was looking at getting a new bbq, and was advised for storage and authenticity to go for a good quality kettle type charcoal fired one. Looked online and narrowed it down to one from COOP Superstores. €100 reduced to €80. They wanted €30 to deliver it though and that was excessive so I canned the idea.

Called into a pal for a coffee at distance in the back garden. Mentioned this in passing.

5 minutes later I was loading a Landmann Gas BBQ into the back of the car! It was quite dirty but it cleaned up well. I rubbed down some surface rust and used satin black on the cold areas and an ultra high temp. paint I had on the outside hot areas. The piezo ignition took a bit of coaxing but came to life. It cooks via lava rocks. I used an oven cleaner (in a bag) overnight on the racks and they cleaned up very well also.

Most important of all it cooks really well! Just oiled the cooking rack and away it went.

I've ordered some non stick PTFE grill mats - seemed like a good idea from a cleaning and reuse perspective - scraping black soot off the rack is a bit of a pain.

Tonight I'll be cooking some ribeye steaks!!!

atilladehun · 09-05-2020 3:35pm

Fair play on the thread. I've held out for a few years cause I've an uuni pizza oven and cast iron skillet. Perfect for rib eye but not all meats.

I'm keen on the hybrid functionality of those Char Broil although I'm not married to the brand.

I've also got about €500 worth of one4all vouchers I'd like to use on a BBQ. Does anyone know where I can bring this hybrid voucher dream together?

pelliven · 09-05-2020 5:22pm

hi all. been using the weber q3300 for a few years now. no issues with burners getting clogged with grease for me

L1011 · 09-05-2020 6:27pm

Sahara X350 old type is now in to its third season, living entirely out doors under their branded covers only. Exterior still looks new and the grills clean up as new if you can be bothered.

First cover has suffered severe UV damage and was developing huge holes so was dumped; bought the new one which is apparently more UV proof but is also less form-fitting to the grill so you need to loop two opposite corners under the wheels which is an annoying two person job. It'll blow away otherwise.

Based on experience so far I'm very willing to recommend them. Has probably done eight meals so far this season, and would have done more if I was WFH!

Irish firm although I would not expect the units to be made in Ireland; doesn't say where. The new model has a centre-swappable "grill system", mine doesn't.

Probably comparable to Weber but cheaper enough to be worth going "off-brand".

jos28 · 09-05-2020 7:41pm

My BBQ cooking experience has been limited to chicken, burgers, steaks and sausages. I've never cooked a large piece of meat on one. I have a smallish eye of the round beef (1KG) for tomorrow. Can this be cooked on my Weber Spirit and if so what's the best way to do it.

Dizzyblonde · 09-05-2020 7:44pm

patsat wrote: »

Bit the bullet on the weber 210 deal from A room outside today. Collected it shortly after with a pizza stone and had 2 sirloins on it within the hour!

Where should a novice go to to learn the ropes on different cooking methods and stuff?

Weber's website is good. Anywhere else?

This site gets mentioned a lot in the BBQ threads:
https://amazingribs.com/tested-recipes/spice-rubs-and-pastes/meatheads-memphis-dust-rub-recipe

The Orchard do courses, but not this year with the pandemic:

https://www.theorchard.ie/bbqworld.ie/

Gloomtastic! · 09-05-2020 8:34pm

atilladehun wrote: »

Fair play on the thread. I've held out for a few years cause I've an uuni pizza oven and cast iron skillet. Perfect for rib eye but not all meats.

I'm keen on the hybrid functionality of those Char Broil although I'm not married to the brand.

I've also got about €500 worth of one4all vouchers I'd like to use on a BBQ. Does anyone know where I can bring this hybrid voucher dream together?

Argos have a few of the cheaper Weber bbqs for delivery. Loads of Weber accessories including charcoal. They take one4alls.

L1011 · 09-05-2020 8:45pm

You can only use 50 of a One4All in one go online since the latest anti money laundering regs came in; which is a complete pain in the arse.

august12 · 09-05-2020 9:44pm

[Deleted User] wrote: »

It seems to get good enough reviews- one website advocates the Q1300- apparently a much bigger cooking area for not much more money- is it for camping you’re buying it or as a home patio or balcony BBQ?

It's for home but I want a small compact one and generally for two person use.

august12 · 09-05-2020 9:47pm

pelliven wrote: »

hi all. been using the weber q3300 for a few years now. no issues with burners getting clogged with grease for me

That's good to know, torn between this model and char broil.

mjp · 09-05-2020 11:18pm

Got my new bbq off homestore yesterday and assembled it today which wasn't too bad.

https://www.homestoreandmore.ie/gas-barbecue/master-cook-classic-500-5-burner-bbq/066033.html

One slight problem. Instructions says it accepts both buthane and propane gas. After trying to connect a neighbours buthane barbell which didn't fit I went a got a bottle of propane /patio gas. Same problem though as the regulator wouldn't connect to bottle.

Can anyone recommend me what the right bottle and connection is for such bbq's. Thanks

Gloomtastic! · 09-05-2020 11:23pm

mjp wrote: »

Got my new bbq off homestore yesterday and assembled it today which wasn't too bad.

https://www.homestoreandmore.ie/gas-barbecue/master-cook-classic-500-5-burner-bbq/066033.html

One slight problem. Instructions says it accepts both buthane and propane gas. After trying to connect a neighbours buthane barbell which didn't fit I went a got a bottle of propane /patio gas. Same problem though as the regulator wouldn't connect to bottle.

Can anyone recommend me what the right bottle and connection is for such bbq's. Thanks

We use Patio Gas canisters with ours. Like this one

[image] https://tomphibbs.ie/image/cache/catalog/download%20(6)-500x500.jpg[\image]

pelliven · 09-05-2020 11:39pm

mjp wrote: »

Got my new bbq off homestore yesterday and assembled it today which wasn't too bad.

https://www.homestoreandmore.ie/gas-barbecue/master-cook-classic-500-5-burner-bbq/066033.html

One slight problem. Instructions says it accepts both buthane and propane gas. After trying to connect a neighbours buthane barbell which didn't fit I went a got a bottle of propane /patio gas. Same problem though as the regulator wouldn't connect to bottle.

Can anyone recommend me what the right bottle and connection is for such bbq's. Thanks

its the grey patio heater propane tank youre looking for or i think the flogas is a cream colour

the beer revolu · 10-05-2020 11:38am

Cooked a full meal on the Broil King yesterday.
Chicken thigh fillets, fried/roast, crushed baby potatoes. Asparagus. Pine shoots.
Very happy with the cooking area and heat control

salmocab · 10-05-2020 12:27pm

the beer revolu wrote: »

Cooked a full meal on the Broil King yesterday.
Chicken thigh fillets, fried/roast, crushed baby potatoes. Asparagus. Pine shoots.
Very happy with the cooking area and heat control.

I do the baby potatoes that come in microwave bags. I microwave them just short of the suggested time then put them on skewers with chorizo and whatever else I fancy and onto the bbq to get the chorizo juicy. Delightful.

the beer revolu · 10-05-2020 12:48pm

salmocab wrote: »

I do the baby potatoes that come in microwave bags. I microwave them just short of the suggested time then put them on skewers with chorizo and whatever else I fancy and onto the bbq to get the chorizo juicy. Delightful.

Mine were steamed the day before. I did them in a cast iron pan on the grill with just salt, pepper and olive oil.
Chicken and asparagus done direct on the grill.

Wisesmurf · 10-05-2020 12:52pm

mjp wrote: »

Got my new bbq off homestore yesterday and assembled it today which wasn't too bad.

https://www.homestoreandmore.ie/gas-barbecue/master-cook-classic-500-5-burner-bbq/066033.html

One slight problem. Instructions says it accepts both buthane and propane gas. After trying to connect a neighbours buthane barbell which didn't fit I went a got a bottle of propane /patio gas. Same problem though as the regulator wouldn't connect to bottle.

Can anyone recommend me what the right bottle and connection is for such bbq's. Thanks

Just make sure you're pressing the button on the regulator when fitting it. It has a button under the valve.

atilladehun · 10-05-2020 3:31pm

L1011 wrote: »

You can only use 50 of a One4All in one go online since the latest anti money laundering regs came in; which is a complete pain in the arse.

Thanks for that. Did not know that. My local hardware is a topline. Might go into them on the 18th if they open up. The topline site is frustrating though, no prices.

https://www.topline.ie/garden-outdoors/outdoor-living/bbqs-outdoor-cooking/gas-bbq?category=all-categories&brand=all-brands&Page=1&PriceHigh=2147483647&PriceLow=0&SortBy=1&q=&ProductsPerPage=18

the beer revolu · 11-05-2020 8:35am

Did a piece of butterflyed leg of lamb yesterday. Just salt, pepper, Korean chilli flakes and olive oil.
Had grilled tender stem broccoli and green lentils with it.
Very, very tasty, tender spring lamb.

Charlie19 · 11-05-2020 11:22am

That looks delicious, did it take long to cook?

the beer revolu · 11-05-2020 1:12pm

Charlie19 wrote: »

That looks delicious, did it take long to cook?

About 10 minutes on the grill and 15 minutes in a 50c oven.

salmocab · 11-05-2020 1:46pm

the beer revolu wrote: »

About 10 minutes on the grill and 15 minutes in a 50c oven.

Is that temperature right?

the beer revolu · 11-05-2020 2:09pm

salmocab wrote: »

Is that temperature right?

Yes.
It's really just resting at a warm temperature - not much more cooking going on.

salmocab · 11-05-2020 2:14pm

the beer revolu wrote: »

Yes.
It's really just resting at a warm temperature - not much more cooking going on.

Ah right

Frank11 · 11-05-2020 2:16pm

Did my 1st cook on my new Weber Spirit II E-310 over the weekend. Couple of striplion steaks and corn on the cob. Steaks were delicious but i was surprised how long they took to cook compared to a hot pan.

The grill grates consist 3 pieces, left, right and circular center. I thought the grates were reversible, one side for thin grill lines and the other for thicker. The center piece will only fit when on the thicker grill line side. Is that correct?

Are people cleaning the flavoriser bars after every use?

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