[[{"@type":["BlogPosting"],"@id":"https:\/\/www.rakuten.com\/blog\/the-best-outdoor-grilling-and-entertaining-supplies-for-the-big-game\/#BlogPosting","@context":{"@vocab":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","kg":"http:\/\/g.co\/kg"},"url":"https:\/\/www.rakuten.com\/blog\/the-best-outdoor-grilling-and-entertaining-supplies-for-the-big-game\/","publisher":[{"@id":"https:\/\/www.rakuten.com#Organization1"}],"dateModified":"2023-02-01T17:53:06+00:00","description":"Get your backyard ready for game day by decking out your outdoor kitchen with a grill, patio furniture and other outdoor accessories to keep your guests comfortable.","name":"The Best Outdoor Grilling and Entertaining Supplies for the Big Game","author":[{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.rakuten.com\/blog\/the-best-outdoor-grilling-and-entertaining-supplies-for-the-big-game\/#BlogPosting_author_Person","image":[{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.rakuten.com\/blog\/the-best-outdoor-grilling-and-entertaining-supplies-for-the-big-game\/#BlogPosting_author_Person_image_ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.rakuten.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rakuten-logo.jpg"}],"name":"The Smart Shopper Editors","url":"https:\/\/www.rakuten.com\/blog\/author\/ebatessocial\/","description":"From the latest tech to the hottest fashions and everything in between, the editors at The Smart Shopper are in the know and ready share their expertise. 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Whether you\u2019re new to the world of grilling or you\u2019re looking for an upgrade, you\u2019ve come to the right place.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First you need to decide what type of grill works best for you. There are several different kinds to choose from.<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gas grills<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Charcoal grills<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pellet grills<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Electric grills<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The heat source for a gas grill is typically gas or propane. These grills are by far the most popular type of outdoor grill. They\u2019re easy for novice cooks to use since all you have to do is turn a dial or push a button to activate it. The temperature dials also give you more control over how hot your grill can get. Propane gas grills typically need propane gas tanks to work, whereas natural gas grills only need to be hooked up to a natural gas line. Natural gas grills have virtually unlimited power as a result.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Charcoal grills burn hotter and deliver a punchier, charred flavor you won\u2019t get from other grills. You need some serious cooking skills and technique to work a charcoal grill, since it can be easy to burn whatever you\u2019re cooking on it. These grills can get as hot as 700 degrees Fahrenheit and ruin your cooking time. They\u2019re also the most portable grills.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A true grill master will appreciate the versatility of charcoal grills due to their ability to grill or smoke chicken wings, burgers and more right over the coals. You can also do indirect cooking by placing an easy-to-clean grate over the coals. Charcoal grills tend to take a lot longer to clean, but some people swear by the chargrilled flavor they produce.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pellet, or wood, grills are becoming increasingly popular. They deliver a unique smoky flavor that can\u2019t be reproduced on other grills. Sometimes they have an electric power switch, making them easy to start or turn off. They\u2019re still rather uncommon, though, so you can expect them to be pretty pricey.<\/span><\/p>"}]},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/www.rakuten.com\/blog\/the-best-outdoor-grilling-and-entertaining-supplies-for-the-big-game\/#9_BlogPosting_subjectOf_FAQPage_mainEntity_Question","name":"What is the best outdoor grill?","acceptedAnswer":[{"@type":"Answer","@id":"https:\/\/www.rakuten.com\/blog\/the-best-outdoor-grilling-and-entertaining-supplies-for-the-big-game\/#9_BlogPosting_subjectOf_FAQPage_mainEntity_Question_acceptedAnswer_Answer","text":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That depends on what you need. Gas grills tend to be the best all-around grills for outdoor living due to their accessibility. A portable gas grill can also be a good investment if you\u2019re taking the grilling to other parties after your own.<\/span><\/p>"}]},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/www.rakuten.com\/blog\/the-best-outdoor-grilling-and-entertaining-supplies-for-the-big-game\/#10_BlogPosting_subjectOf_FAQPage_mainEntity_Question","name":"What type of grill provides the best flavor?","acceptedAnswer":[{"@type":"Answer","@id":"https:\/\/www.rakuten.com\/blog\/the-best-outdoor-grilling-and-entertaining-supplies-for-the-big-game\/#10_BlogPosting_subjectOf_FAQPage_mainEntity_Question_acceptedAnswer_Answer","text":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expert grillers will swear by charcoal grills\u2019 potent flavor for chargrilled meat. Others adore the smoky flavor a good pellet grill can bring. Whichever sounds more appealing to you should be the grill type you go with.<\/span><\/p>"}]},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/www.rakuten.com\/blog\/the-best-outdoor-grilling-and-entertaining-supplies-for-the-big-game\/#11_BlogPosting_subjectOf_FAQPage_mainEntity_Question","name":"What grills do professional chefs use?","acceptedAnswer":[{"@type":"Answer","@id":"https:\/\/www.rakuten.com\/blog\/the-best-outdoor-grilling-and-entertaining-supplies-for-the-big-game\/#11_BlogPosting_subjectOf_FAQPage_mainEntity_Question_acceptedAnswer_Answer","text":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professional chefs are split on whether they prefer pellet or charcoal grills. 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