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The Camp Chef Sidekick Sear Propane Searing Station.
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Expert Review: Camp Chef Sidekick Sear Propane Searing Station
This review is my honest opinion of the searing station, which I purchased with my own money in March of 2023.
The Camp Chef Long Patio Cover for Pellet Grill.
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Expert Review: Camp Chef Long Patio Cover for Pellet Grill
This is my honest opinion of the pellet grill cover, which I have purchased with my own money three times in the last ten years, and used consistently over that time.
Top lid of the Camp Chef DLX
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Expert Review: Camp Chef SmokePro DLX Pellet Grill On Cart
This review is my honest opinion of the grill, which I purchased with my own money in September of 2018.
A person uses tongs to flip a burger on a grill.
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How to Grill the Perfect Burger
Grill and Outdoor Kitchen Expert Travis Hill gives some simple tips and tricks that will leave you with a perfect burger every time you fire up the grill!
Asparagus on a grill.
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How to Grill Asparagus Perfectly Every Time
Grill and Outdoor Kitchen Expert Travis Hill gives easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions for a delicious, must-try grilled asparagus recipe!
Grilling on the Broil King Regal Pellet 500 Pro
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The 8 Best Pellet Grill Brands
Not sure where to start when looking for a new pellet grill? Grill & Outdoor Kitchen Expert Travis Hill lays out his top 8 brands for you to consider while shopping.

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Chicken on the Kamado Joe grill
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The 15 Best Grill Brands
Looking for the best brand for your new grill? Grill & Outdoor Kitchen expert Travis Hill gives you his top 15 grill brands for you to consider when shopping around.
Close up of some burning wood on a grill.
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An Expert Guide to Big Green Egg vs. Kamado Joe
Big Green Egg and Kamado Joe are the two biggest players in the kamado grill scene, but what's the difference? Grill Expert Travis Hill breaks it down!
Someone is using tongs to move around charcoal in a charcoal grill. There is a bag of Weber charcoal grills in the background.
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An Expert Guide to Weber Grill Accessories
Check out these Expert recommended grill accessories to make your grilling experience with your Weber grill both easier and more fun!
Someone lays some octopus on a grill.
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An Expert Guide to Napoleon Grills: A Family-Run BBQ Enterprise
Napoleon makes some of the most superior grills on the market today! This Expert gear guide will take an in-depth look at their popular gas grills.
A Joe Kamado grill sits in a backyard.
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The Top 5 Most Recommended Kamado Grills
Kamado grills have a long history, and they're only growing more popular! Check out Grill Expert Michael Courson's top 5 kamado grills.
A man grilling some meat on a pellet grill.
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An Expert Guide to Camp Chef's Pellet Grills
Grill Expert Ethan Scherer details Camp Chef's versatile line of pellet grills and a few of the can't-miss accessories that will make grilling easier than ever!

Buying Guides

A hand opens a pellet grill with one hand while holding a board of meat with the other hand.
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An Expert Guide to Pellet Grills
Check out this guide for everything you'd need to know about pellet grills including the history, parts, and what type of griller they are best suited for!
A Traeger Grill against a brick wall.
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An Expert Guide to Traeger Grills: Premium Wood Pellet Grills
Traeger is one of the most well-known grill makers on the market. Learn more about their best wood pellet grills with Grill Expert Luke Henry.
Someone lays some octopus on a grill.
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An Expert Guide to Napoleon Grills: A Family-Run BBQ Enterprise
Napoleon makes some of the most superior grills on the market today! This Expert gear guide will take an in-depth look at their popular gas grills.
Two people standing near a grill. There are some tongs putting some grilled shrimp on a plate.
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6 Common Mistakes When Buying a Grill
In the market for a grill? Read this first! Grill & Outdoor Kitchen Expert Travis Hill lists 6 common mistakes you'll want to avoid when purchasing a new grill.
A spatula flipping a burger on a grill.
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An Expert Guide to Weber Kettle Grills
Grill Expert David Wilson walks us through Weber kettle grills, one of the oldest and most well-known names in charcoal grills!
A spatula flips burgers on a grill.
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An Expert Guide to Gas Grills
Grilling season is upon us! This year make sure you have all the necessities to host some great barbecues, starting with the perfect gas grill!

Brand Guides

Grilling on the Broil King Regal Pellet 500 Pro
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The 8 Best Pellet Grill Brands
Not sure where to start when looking for a new pellet grill? Grill & Outdoor Kitchen Expert Travis Hill lays out his top 8 brands for you to consider while shopping.
Chicken on the Kamado Joe grill
Updated
The 15 Best Grill Brands
Looking for the best brand for your new grill? Grill & Outdoor Kitchen expert Travis Hill gives you his top 15 grill brands for you to consider when shopping around.

Most Recommended

Some chicken cooking on a charcoal grill.
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It’s All About the Smoke: Top Most Recommended Charcoal Grills
Charcoal grills are a great option that is easy to use and adds intense flavor to your food! Grill Expert David Wilson lists his favorite charcoal grills!
A pair of tongs flips some burgers on the grill.
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An Expert Guide to Grill Cleaning Brushes: My Top 5 Picks
If you want a grill to stand the test of time, you need to keep it clean. And that requires the right grill cleaning tools! Check out these top five grill brushes.

Product Reviews

The Camp Chef Long Patio Cover for Pellet Grill.
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Expert Review: Camp Chef Long Patio Cover for Pellet Grill
This is my honest opinion of the pellet grill cover, which I have purchased with my own money three times in the last ten years, and used consistently over that time.
Top lid of the Camp Chef DLX
Updated
Expert Review: Camp Chef SmokePro DLX Pellet Grill On Cart
This review is my honest opinion of the grill, which I purchased with my own money in September of 2018.
The Camp Chef Sidekick Sear Propane Searing Station.
Updated
Expert Review: Camp Chef Sidekick Sear Propane Searing Station
This review is my honest opinion of the searing station, which I purchased with my own money in March of 2023.

Gift Guides

An image of selected products from each 2022 Holiday Gift Guide.
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The Ultimate 2022 Holiday Gift Guide
Looking for the perfect holiday present? Curated Experts share their top Outdoor Sports, Baby & Toddler, Coffee & Espresso, and Grill product recommendations for your loved ones.

Product Care

A brush scrubbing a grill.
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How to Clean a Grill: 4 Easy Steps for Perfect Results
Cleaning a grill is a task that is often dreaded. However, a dirty grill can end up ruining the taste and quality of your food. Here's how to clean a grill the easy way!

How To

Two steaks on a charcoal grill.
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How to Start Your Charcoal Grill
Grill & Outdoor Kitchen Expert Travis Hill explains the four main ways to start a charcoal grill. Read on for some tips and considerations for each method!

Recipes

A person uses tongs to flip a burger on a grill.
Updated
How to Grill the Perfect Burger
Grill and Outdoor Kitchen Expert Travis Hill gives some simple tips and tricks that will leave you with a perfect burger every time you fire up the grill!
Asparagus on a grill.
Updated
How to Grill Asparagus Perfectly Every Time
Grill and Outdoor Kitchen Expert Travis Hill gives easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions for a delicious, must-try grilled asparagus recipe!

All Articles

The Camp Chef Sidekick Sear Propane Searing Station.
Updated
Expert Review: Camp Chef Sidekick Sear Propane Searing Station
This review is my honest opinion of the searing station, which I purchased with my own money in March of 2023.
The Camp Chef Long Patio Cover for Pellet Grill.
Updated
Expert Review: Camp Chef Long Patio Cover for Pellet Grill
This is my honest opinion of the pellet grill cover, which I have purchased with my own money three times in the last ten years, and used consistently over that time.
Top lid of the Camp Chef DLX
Updated
Expert Review: Camp Chef SmokePro DLX Pellet Grill On Cart
This review is my honest opinion of the grill, which I purchased with my own money in September of 2018.
A person uses tongs to flip a burger on a grill.
Updated
How to Grill the Perfect Burger
Grill and Outdoor Kitchen Expert Travis Hill gives some simple tips and tricks that will leave you with a perfect burger every time you fire up the grill!
Asparagus on a grill.
Updated
How to Grill Asparagus Perfectly Every Time
Grill and Outdoor Kitchen Expert Travis Hill gives easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions for a delicious, must-try grilled asparagus recipe!
Grilling on the Broil King Regal Pellet 500 Pro
Updated
The 8 Best Pellet Grill Brands
Not sure where to start when looking for a new pellet grill? Grill & Outdoor Kitchen Expert Travis Hill lays out his top 8 brands for you to consider while shopping.
Two people standing near a grill. There are some tongs putting some grilled shrimp on a plate.
Updated
6 Common Mistakes When Buying a Grill
In the market for a grill? Read this first! Grill & Outdoor Kitchen Expert Travis Hill lists 6 common mistakes you'll want to avoid when purchasing a new grill.
A hand opens a pellet grill with one hand while holding a board of meat with the other hand.
Updated
An Expert Guide to Pellet Grills
Check out this guide for everything you'd need to know about pellet grills including the history, parts, and what type of griller they are best suited for!
An image of selected products from each 2022 Holiday Gift Guide.
Updated
The Ultimate 2022 Holiday Gift Guide
Looking for the perfect holiday present? Curated Experts share their top Outdoor Sports, Baby & Toddler, Coffee & Espresso, and Grill product recommendations for your loved ones.
Chicken on the Kamado Joe grill
Updated
The 15 Best Grill Brands
Looking for the best brand for your new grill? Grill & Outdoor Kitchen expert Travis Hill gives you his top 15 grill brands for you to consider when shopping around.
Product images from the gift guide below arranged in a collage.
Updated
The Ultimate 2022 Grill Gift Guide
Looking for the perfect present for someone who loves to grill? Grill & Outdoor Kitchen Expert Luke Henry shares his top 10 picks for this holiday season.
Two steaks on a charcoal grill.
Updated
How to Start Your Charcoal Grill
Grill & Outdoor Kitchen Expert Travis Hill explains the four main ways to start a charcoal grill. Read on for some tips and considerations for each method!