For different reasons — poor late-spring weather, a month
back in the States and a long evening commute, among others — it took more than
three months before I finally grilled with gas for the first time.
I’ve used it a few times since and I really like the
push-button convenience and ability to use dials to control and maintain a
desired temperature, but I miss the intense smells and flavors of charcoal
grilling. I also think the latter experience is more hands-on, but on the other
hand it’s much messier than gas.
There are other pros and cons for both barbecue methods and
you can even throw electric grilling into the ring. I’ll probably never fully commit
to one technique. Even though I have an awesome gas grill now I still think
there’s a time and a place for charcoal every once in a while. You just can’t
beat the smoky flavor.
