Char-Broil Gas2Coal Hybrid Grill - 3 Burner Gas & Coal Barbecue Grill, Black Finish

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Most models will be hot enough to cook on in just a few minutes thanks to the fast-lighting gas mechanism.

First, you need to fill the charcoal tray with a single layer of coals, then put both gas burners on their highest setting and close the lid.It can be hard to control the heat if it's a gas to charcoal model, as most of them don't have air vents. This stylish-looking B&Q model might catch your eye if you've got a large family, as it can supposedly grill for up to 14 people at the same time while also being reasonably priced. You can use both the gas and charcoal burners at the same time, and they each have their own lids that close independently. The gas-powered barbecue uses disposable gas canisters, which are also easy to transport, and as well as being able to use these models for your holidays, on the beach, or at a local park (with permission), it is also a great choice for people with limited garden space.

Okay, let's talk about why you'd want a hybrid grill. When it comes to cooking on a BBQ for friends or family, the last thing you want is to be let down by poor quality or temperamental hardware. Cooking on a coal barbeque can be risky –the biggest of which is that you might not light it properly and the coals don't catch, resulting in an embarrassing and disappointing trip to the oven. There's no question, cooking with a gas barbeque is more convenient, faster and reliable. The cover helps to protect your barbecue from the weather and from dirt and debris, and it is a great way to protect your new Charbroil BBQ either during the winter months when not in use, or at the end of the day while still being left outside. This John Lewis hybrid has four burners plus an additional side burner, which is handy for heating up sauces or other accompaniments to go alongside your barbecue feast. There's a cover for the side burner, too. When not in use it can double up as a second shelf for holding items such as condiments and utensils. Once the BBQ's frame is built you simply attach the cooking drum, which comes with its gas ring and controls pre-installed. Everything is pre-wired, so there's never any need to touch wires. There are three cast-iron cooking grids, one of which can be swapped out for a griddle (supplied) depending on how you want to grill, so it's a versatile barbecue.Lastly, in terms of features, as I mentioned above, the Gas2Coal grill has side tables, which are very useful for storage and food preparation. Char-Broil calls this hybrid barbecue 'the solution for everyone who can't decide', and it's easy to see why. It converts from a gas grill into a charcoal grill in less than one minute, or you can use both cooking methods at the same time thanks to the two separate grill trays.